Susan J. Barton
May 18, 2025
MONTPELIER - Susan J. Barton, 69, a long-time Montpelier resident, passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2025, in her son’s home surrounded by love and family until her last moments. Already missing her profoundly are her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren whom she adored above all else. Her siblings, nieces, and nephews in Maine and Georgia are also deeply mourning...
Tracie A. Watson
May 11, 2025
BARRE CITY-Tracie A. Watson, 62, of Barre left this world with family and friends by her side and into the hands of the Lord on Sunday, May 11th, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on November 11, 1962 to Wayne F. Lawliss and Phyllis J. (LeClair) Lawliss of Barre, VT. She attended St. Monica’s Elementary through second...
Suzanne A. Grenier
May 8, 2025
BARRE - Suzanne A. Grenier, 77, passed away after a long illness on Thursday, May 9, 2025. Born in Piopolis, Quebec on September 22, 1947. She was predeceased by her parents, Francois Grenier and Jeannette Grenier (Coulombe). Suzanne, in her earlier years in Vermont, worked for the Barre Learning Center. She helped many Canadians achieve the goal of earning their...
James E. Gingras
May 5, 2025
BERLIN – James E. Gingras, 87, of Berlin, VT passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of May 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. James was born on August 27, 1937, in Barre, Vermont to Anna M. (Jacques) Gingras and Edmond G. Gingras. He attended Saint Monica’s School in Barre. He then attended Saint Michael’s High School in Montpelier...
John M. Geake-Veaker
May 5, 2025
MONTPELIER – John M. Geake-Veaker, 54, of Montpelier, passed away peacefully after a long courageous battle with lifelong illness. Born on March 10, 1971, to Ronald and Denyse (Dessureau) Geake, John grew up in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1989. John had a brilliant and inquisitive mind. He earned an associate’s degree in liberal studies from Community...
Douglas Christopher Greig
Apr 30, 2025
COLCHESTER-Douglas Christopher Greig Sr., 78, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born on December 28, 1946, in Paterson, New Jersey to Joseph and Dorothy Greig, Doug was a man whose warmth and storytelling touched the lives of everyone he met. Doug graduated from Manchester Regional High...
Francese F. Setien
Apr 27, 2025
MONTPELIER - Francese Farrand Setien, 100, of Montpelier, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Mayo Healthcare in Northfield. She was born November 12, 1924, to Fred and Georgianna Farrand (DeBlois) in Littleton, NH. Francese and her parents moved back to VT when she was two and a half years old. She attended school in South Barre and graduated...
Richard J. Deep
Apr 6, 2025
BARRE – Richard J. Deep, 93, of Barre, passed away on April 6, 2025, at Chestnut Place in Berlin, VT. He was born September 6, 1931, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, to Paul and Susie Deep. His family moved to Barre in 1932. Richard attended St. Monica School and Spaulding High School graduating in 1950. In his early years, Richard...
David W. Blow Sr.
Apr 5, 2025
BARRE - David William Blow Sr., 75, of Barre Vt, passed lovingly into the arms of his Lord and Savior peacefully in his sleep on 4/5/25 while in long term care. David was born in Barre, Vt where he grew up in the Barre/Websterville area. He attended Spaulding High School where he graduated in 1967. After high school he joined...
Nancy L. Goodrich
Mar 26, 2025
ORANGE - Nancy L. Goodrich, 76, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, surrounded by her family. Nancy was a beloved sister, aunt, great aunt and friend to all that knew her. Her love and kindness were present in everyone she touched. She was born November 13, 1948, in Barre, VT. On June 28, 1975, she married the love of...
Howard "Spike" B. Anderson
Mar 22, 2025
EAST BARRE- Howard “Spike” B. Anderson, 70, a longtime resident of East Barre, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, with his family by his side after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 24, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Howard served in the U.S. Navy at the Naval Air Station in Atlanta before working as a foreman at Atlas...
Ralph E. Bennett
Mar 19, 2025
BERLIN-Ralph E. Bennett III (Joe), 90, of Berlin passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, at his home in Berlin VT, surrounded by family and friends. Joe was born to Suzie B. (Willey) Bennett and Ralph E. Bennett II on July 29, 1934. He married Vivian L. (Aldrich) Bennett in 1980. They blended their families and made their home in...
Rose M. Wheeler-Stillson
Mar 18, 2025
BARRE - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rose M. Wheeler-Stillson, affectionately known to many as “Mama Wheeler.” Rose was born on October 13, 1959, in Pulaski, Virginia, to Kenneth W. Wheeler of Montpelier, Vermont, and Stella J. Church of Pulaski, Virginia. She graduated from U-32 Middle and High School in 1978 and continued her...
Julien R. Ramos
Mar 16, 2025
BARRE - Julien Rene Ramos, 25yrs, died suddenly on March 16, 2025, while riding his motorcycle. Julien R. Ramos was born September 8, 1999, 4.5 hours before his twin brother Richard W. Ramos, born on September 9, 1999. MEOW! Julien Ramos graduated from Spaulding High School and then from the Marine Corps, Paris Island the same year 2017. Julien, a...
Markco G. Flye
Mar 11, 2025
BARRE-Markco G. Flye, of Barre Vermont died March 11, 2025, unexpectedly. Son of Clifford and Mary Flye. He grew up in Topsham and Corinth and graduated high school in Bradford Vermont. After which he attended Goddard College. Mark was a Master of Philosophy and enjoyed conversation that sparked the minds of others. Playing banjo and guitar gave him great joy....
Kenneth Bryans Sr
Mar 10, 2025
South Glastonbury, CT- Kenneth Bryans Sr., 91, passed away on March 10, 2025, at Hartford Hospital. Born in Cohoes, New York, he was the son of the late George and Irene Fountain Bryans. On February 11, 1956, Kenneth married the love of his life, Hazel Clark Bryans, in Schenectady, New York. They shared 69 wonderful years together, building a life...
Shirley Marie Bennett-Bill
Mar 9, 2025
BARRE - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Marie Bennett-Bill, who left us on March 9, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on March 5, 1956, in Thetford Mines, Quebec Canada. At the age of four, Shirley moved to Vermont with her family where she grew up making loving memories and developed many...
Michael S. Duprey
Mar 7, 2025
BARRE TOWN - Michael Steven Duprey, 68, passed away on March 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, service, and dedication to his family. Born on May 5, 1956, Michael was the fourth oldest child of Wilfred and Pauline (Little) Duprey. Michael lived a life marked by commitment to his country, his community, and the people he loved....
Chester (Chet) Cookson
Mar 5, 2025
EAST MONTPELIER – Chester (Chet) Cookson, 87, of Chestnut Place in Berlin, formerly of East Montpelier, passed away on March 5, 2025, with his family at his side. He was born in Woodbury at his family’s home to Daniel Carlos Cookson Sr. and Mary (McGill) Cookson. He attended school in Woodbury and Spaulding High School. On June 20, 1959, he...
Jaylin Jj Rollins
Feb 28, 2025
BARRE- Jaylin James Rollins “JJ”, 16 of Barre Vt passed away on Friday February 28.2025 at his home. JJ was born on July 28, 2008, to Mindy Rollins in Randolph Vt. He attended Spaulding High School in Barre. JJ was a boy who loved spending time with his family and close friends. He had the biggest impact in a short...
