Debra J. Karvonen
Feb 17, 2026
BARRE-Debra Jane Karvonen, 69, of Barre, Vermont, passed away on February 17, 2026 after a long illness.
Deb was passionate about so much - both what she loved and what she didn’t. She cared deeply about dogs, gardening, cooking, reading (especially mysteries), and crossword puzzles. She was a lifelong Democrat who was unafraid to share her convictions. Deb was a jack...
Deborah A. Martin
Feb 10, 2026
BARRE – Deborah A. Martin passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at the St. Johnsbury Center for Living and Rehabilitation, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s related dementia. She faced her battle with resilience, strength and grace, with family by her side. Throughout her battle she never lost her sharp wit, entertaining the residents and staff with spirited remarks...
Gail H. Fondry
Feb 9, 2026
BARRE - Gail Haven Fondry, 75, of Barre, Vermont, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 17, 1950, in Barre, she was the beloved daughter of Constance Fondry and John Fondry.
Gail was a proud graduate of Spaulding High School. She went on to marry the love of her life, Bart Foster, and together they built...
David A. Johnson
Feb 9, 2026
WASHINGTON-David A. Johnson, 55, of Washington, Vermont, passed away on February 9, 2026, at home with family and close friends around him, after a long battle with cancer — a fight he met with unwavering determination, pursuing every treatment option available, including traveling to Dana-Farber in Boston in the hope of a miracle.
David was born on July 15, 1970, in...
Adele Alger
Feb 1, 2026
BARRE - Adele Alger (Rollins), 80, of Barre, VT passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Burlington, VT. Born on November 29, 1945, in Westfield, MA, she moved to Barre, VT in the mid 60’s along with daughter Mary Alger and mother Dorothy Rollins. Adele lived a life marked by dedication to her family, a strong work ethic and...
Norman A. LaPerle
Jan 30, 2026
EAST MONTPELIER - Norman Arsene LaPerle, 92, of East Montpelier, passed away in the comfort of his own home on January 30, 2026. Born in Rumford, ME, on December 16, 1933, to Arsene and Odivine (Goulet) LaPerle. The family moved to East Montpelier where he attended St. Michaels High School.
Norm was a Corporal in the United States Army during the...
Kay S. Griggs
Jan 28, 2026
BARRE – Kay S. (Tucker) Griggs, 74, a lifelong resident of Barre, passed away at Central Vermont Medical Center on January 28, 2026 following a brief illness. Her brother Mark was with her when she passed.
Kay was born on March 26, 1951 in Barre, daughter of Everett D. and Frances M. Tucker. She resided at Velie Avenue in Barre with...
Alexander Canas
Jan 23, 2026
WILLIAMSTOWN – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alexander Canas. He was born April 21, 1937, and passed on January 23, 2026. “Alex” as he was known by friends and family passed away after a long illness.
Alex was an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and family man. He and his family loved to travel and did so...
Wesley E. Briggs
Jan 9, 2026
WEST BERLIN- Wesley Briggs, 65, of West Berlin went to heaven on January 9, 2026.
He is survived by his wife Suzanne Briggs and his sister Cindy Briggs of Iowa. His children Nick, Joshua, Jamie, Mandy, Robbie and Josh. Also, his grandchildren Sydney, Liam and Beckham.
He was predeceased by his father Frank Briggs and Mother Lucile (Rumney) Briggs.
A memorial service will...
Larry F. Dunn
Jan 9, 2026
WILLIAMSTOWN - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Dunn, who rode off on his two‑wheel iron horse into the sunset on January 9, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Larry was a friend to many and is remembered for more than 40 years in the autobody shop business, his love of Harleys, and — as...
Rosena C. Ward
Jan 4, 2026
BARRE - Rosena Carter Ward, 90 of Barre, Vt, passed quietly on January 4, 2026 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation, where she had resided since March 2020. Rose was born at home in Warren Village, Vermont on May 18,1935 to her parents Veda Hayes Carter and Rollie Carter. She attended school in the village, then graduated from High School in...
Agnes L. Aubertin
Jan 3, 2026
BERLIN – Agnes L. (Corbett) Aubertin passed away at Woodridge Nursing Home, Berlin, VT, on January 3, 2026, at the age of 95, meeting her goal of living to the same age of her moms passing. She previously resided for over seven years at Heaton Woods, Montpelier, VT.
Born in Barre City on December 30, 1930, she was the daughter of...
Joyce E. Hastings
Jan 2, 2026
BARRE - Joyce E. Hastings, 82, of Barre, VT, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at CVMC in Berlin surrounded by her family. Born September 4, 1943, in Barre to George and Pauline (Edson) Willett. She attended Marion High School. On May 23, 1964, she married Clark Hastings Jr. They made their home in Barre.
Joyce was employed at Sprague Electric,...
Stephanette G. Boudreault
Dec 29, 2025
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BARRE - Stephanette Boudreault, 90, of Barre, Vermont, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, at The Lincoln House with family by her side. Born October 6, 1935, in Lac St. Jean, Quebec, Canada, Stephanette was the daughter of Louis-Joseph and Marie-Louise Boily. She was one of nine siblings. Before meeting the love of her life, Jacques, Stephanette worked as...
Ronald H. Moran
Dec 25, 2025
GRANITEVILLE - The angels rang the Christmas bells for Ronald Moran to join his family in heaven on December 25, 2025.
Ron is survived by his sisters Nancy Moran of Graniteville, and Helen Moran of Chelsea.
He is predeceased by his parents Henry and Pauline Moran, sisters Theresa Lambert (Raymond), Beverly Carroll (Francis), and Marion Moran, brothers Patrick Moran, Harold Moran, and...
Yvonne B. Willard
Dec 17, 2025
BARRE - Yvonne Bella (Beaucage) Willard, age 93, of Barre, passed away peacefully on December 17th at University of Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Born on March 21st,1932 in Wheelock, VT, she was the daughter of Rosario and Blanche (Gregoire) Beaucage.
Yvonne graduated from Spaulding High School in 1950 and was employed for the State of Vermont before starting a long career...
Timothy S. Belville
Dec 16, 2025
BARRE - Timothy Scott Belville, 56, passed away at CVMC Hospital from a suspected heart attack on December 16, 2025.
He was born Dec 29, 1968, to Jean Belville at MacFarland hospital in Barre.
Tim attended Montpelier High School then left early but worked hard to get his GED. He worked different jobs around the Barre area including Real Good Toys. His...
Eleanor G. Dalton
Dec 14, 2025
GRANITEVILLE-Eleanor Dalton of Graniteville Vermont passed away on December 14, 2025 at age 93. She was born July 18, 1932 to Lillian (LaCount) Corliss and Glenn Corliss, and was raised mainly in Central Vermont. She graduated from Montpelier High School. Eleanor was married to James Dalton Sr, and they had a son James Dalton Jr, before divorcing. Though both stayed...
John E. Donald
Dec 12, 2025
MORRISVILLE - John Edward Donald, age 87, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at The Manor in Morrisville, the place he called his home.
Born on November 26, 1938, in Graniteville, Vermont, John was the son of the late Fred Clark Donald Sr. and Emily Catherine (King) Donald. He graduated from Spaulding High School in 1957.
As a proud veteran, he...
Arthur E. Olson
Dec 11, 2025
BARRE – Arthur Ernest Olson, died on December 11, 2025, at 69 years of age in Barre Gardens in Barre, VT. Arthur was born on March 8, 1956, to John and Cecile Olson (Valley) in Barre, VT.
He was a lover of music, and he had a very deep love of all animals. Arthur served in the National Guard for over...
