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Robert  Edward  Henley

Robert Edward Henley

Dec 19, 2024

Robert Edward Henley, 78, passed away December 19th 2024, at his home where he stepped into the presence of Jesus Christ and heard the words he'd longed to hear his whole life. "Well done, my good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23 Born on the eastern shore on July 22nd 1946 to Robert and Marion Henley, he was the only...

Carol K. Heinecken

Carol K. Heinecken

Dec 16, 2024

Carol Heinecken of Cornwall, 84, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Dec. 16th at Porter Rehab after a three-year progressive journey living with Lewy Body dementia. In its later stages, the journey was eased by the wonderful support she received as part of the Project Independence family in Middlebury.

Carol was born August...

Marcel  Arthur  Benoit

Marcel Arthur Benoit

Dec 15, 2024

**In Loving Memory of Marcel Arthur Benoit**

Marcel Arthur Benoit, born on October 12, 1954, passed away on December 15, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Julia (Lovey) Benoit, and his son, Allen and wife Amanda. Marcel was a dedicated laborer who served his community through the local labor union with pride...

Anne  F.  Damm

Anne F. Damm

Dec 15, 2024

Anne F. (Nancy) Damm - Salisbury

Nancy Damm, 91, passed away peacefully at her home on Lake Dunmore on the morning of December 15th, 2024.

Nancy was born February 25, 1933 at Victory Memorial Hospital in Brooklyn, NY to Margaret Bush Damm and Arthur Damm. She was the eldest of five children, and she very...

Frederick  James  Barnes

Frederick James Barnes

Dec 13, 2024

Frederick James Barnes departed this earthly life on December 13, 2024, in Middlebury, Vermont, at the age of 86. With him he brings the magnificence of his musical spirit and gifts to his departed family and friends who await his arrival to sing and rejoice again at the sound of the melodies and tones he could raise from a...

Scott Morgan  Needham

Scott Morgan Needham

Dec 11, 2024

Scott Morgan Needham

June 5, 1945 – December 11, 2024

Scott Needham of Middlebury, age 79, died of pancreatic cancer on December 11 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester. He was born at Porter Hospital in Middlebury on June 5, 1945 to parents Pauline "Polly" (Morgan) Needham and Charles Reynolds "Rennie" Needham.

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Robert  A.  Burton, Jr.

Robert A. Burton, Jr.

Dec 6, 2024

Robert A. Burton, Jr. (Dec 22, 1935 - Dec 6, 2024)

Robert A. Burton, Jr., passed away quietly at his Cornwall home late Friday, December 6, just shy of his 89th birthday. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Marian; his sister Holly, of Auburn, ME; his three children and their families: John Burton...

Carmen A. Desforges

Carmen A. Desforges

Dec 4, 2024

Middlebury – Carmen A. Desforges, 87, died December 4, 2024, in the Arch Estuary Suite at Porter

Medical Center, surrounded by her nieces and nephews.

She was born in Shoreham, Vermont, April 15, 1937, the daughter of Amedee and Cordelia (Dutil)

Audet. She married John Desforges on April 20, 1985, at Saint Mary's...

Bernard  Quesnel

Bernard Quesnel

Dec 2, 2024

Bernard Quesnel, 86, a lifelong resident of Middlebury, Vt , passed unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, at UVM Medical Center. Born in Shoreham Vt to Euclide and Alice Quesnel, he graduated from Middlebury High School as class president in 1958. Bernard then dove into several spirited entrepreneurial adventures that took him all over New England and Canada. Bernard's businesses...

Shirley Elaine  Giard

Shirley Elaine Giard

Nov 28, 2024

Bridport --On November 28, 2024, Shirley Giard passed from this life to the next, peacefully in her sleep.

Born to Grace and Albert Greene of Bridport, Shirley was the only girl of three, having brothers Allen and Eddie. The family eventually moved to Orwell and Shirley graduated from Fair Haven High School in 1965.

Shirley's...

Tawnya  R.  Quesnel

Tawnya R. Quesnel

Nov 24, 2024

We are heartbroken to announce the death of Tawnya Quesnel, 51, beloved husband and father, who passed away Sunday, November 24th at his home in Shoreham after an unexpected medical event. Full obituary to follow with memorial information.

Lisa  Ann  Smith

Lisa Ann Smith

Nov 22, 2024

May 1, 1965 - Nov 22,2024

Lisa Smith passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2024, at the age of 59. Lisa's life was defined by her kindness, strength, and unwavering commitment to helping those in need. Born to Jerrolds Austin and Mary LaRose, Lisa grew up with a quick wit and a great sense of humor that...

Robert  Theodore  Stiles, Jr.

Robert Theodore Stiles, Jr.

Nov 20, 2024

Robert "Bob" Theodore Stiles, Jr. was born November 18, 1970, in Berlin, Vermont. He was unexpectedly lost on November 20, 2024. Bob spent most of his life in the Middlebury area. At the time of his death, Bob lived in New Britain, Connecticut.

Bob was a talented, skilled, and creative artisan in the electrical field. He spent...

Timothy  E. Smith

Timothy E. Smith

Nov 19, 2024

Timothy E. Smith of Shoreham passed away on November 19, 2024.

The Son of Richard and Irene (Gove) Smith. Born on November 5, 1966. He is survived by his son Christopher of Syracuse New York, his beloved siblings Sally Forbes, Richard (Donna), Angie Smith, Susan (Don) Landers, Ilene Trudeau, and was predeceased by his brother David, sister...

Janetta  Schultes

Janetta Schultes

Nov 17, 2024

Shoreham- Janetta Schultes was born in Franconia, Germany in 1948. Her parents later immigrated with young Janetta to Detroit, Michigan. There, Janetta was joined by 2 siblings, Helen and Christopher.

From an early age, Janetta demonstrated a creative temperament. She studied art education at Wayne State University. Several years later, Janetta earned a degree in Interior Design...

Richard  Peter  Dahlgren

Richard Peter Dahlgren

Nov 15, 2024

Richard Peter Dahlgren

July 21, 1942 - November 15, 2024

How can you sum up 82 years that made such an impact on so many? Whether you knew him as a beloved husband, father, "Opi," "Richie," "Coach" or "Mr. D," you have likely never met a kinder soul than Richard Dahlgren. Raised in Bergenfield, New...

Frederick Pratt

Frederick Pratt

Nov 14, 2024

Frederick Pratt, Duxbury, died November 14, 2024. He was born in Concord, Massachusetts on February 19, 1933. He is survived by his son John and was predeceased by his wife Eleanor (Chris) and his daughter Theresa, who died in 1981.

Pratt died in Middlebury, but he was a long-time resident of Duxbury where had had a rustic...

Dolores Louise  Hawkins

Dolores Louise Hawkins

Nov 12, 2024

Dolores Hawkins 12/10/1936 – 11/12/2024

Dolores Hawkins, 87, died peacefully at the University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT.

Dolores (Farr) lived in Barre, VT for several years. Dolores and her husband, Calvin Hawkins purchased land in Ferrisburg, VT in 1988. Dolores worked at Wake Robin Life Plan Community for 29 years and was loved...

Richard  P.  Markwell

Richard P. Markwell

Nov 7, 2024

Middlebury – Richard P. Markwell

Richard P. Markwell, 87, died early Thursday morning November 7, 2024 at Helen Porter Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Middlebury.

He was born July 15, 1937 in Keene, NH, the son of Donald and Myrtle (McClary) Markwell. He was predeceased by his brothers Donald L (Leslie) and Philip and a...

Gilbert  Joseph Mongeon

Gilbert Joseph Mongeon

Nov 4, 2024

Gilbert Joseph Mongeon, born on July 16, 1943, passed away on November 4, 2024. He was 81 years old. He was a life-long resident of Winooski, Vermont.

Gilly enjoyed spending time at his hunting and fishing camps. He had a passion for the great outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed spending time with...

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