Ronald E. St. John
Dec 15, 2023
BARRE- Ronald E. St.John 85 of Barre, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2023 at his home. Ron was born July 5, 1938, to the late Emery and Ruth (Taplin) St. John. He was married to Linda (Dindo) St. John. She passed away on April 14, 2021. Ron worked for Burrell Roofing for over 40 years before retiring. He enjoyed...
Pamala J. Paronto
Dec 14, 2023
BARRE - Pamala Joyce (Clark) Paronto passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, December 14th, at Central Vermont Medical Center. Pamala was born on April 2nd, 1958, in Framingham, MA. and she lived in various places before settling in Barre, Vermont. She was very strong in her faith. As a teenager, she was a choir member at the...
Sanrda Lee Lyons
Dec 4, 2023
ORANGE-Sandra Lee Lyons (1941 – 2023): Sandy Lyons of Orange, VT passed away just after her 82 birthday. She’s predeceased by her husband, David E. Lyons. Sandy packed so much love and life into those eighty-two years. She spent many winters out West with her daughter Pam Town, her husband, Chris and their son, Ethan. She enjoyed trips to Connecticut...
Laurette M. Leclerc
Nov 28, 2023
Laurette Leclerc, a long-time resident of Barre, passed away peacefully and in the presence of her two daughters, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Barre Gardens. Born in Compton Station, Quebec on October 10, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Mederic and Delia (Poulin) Veilleux. Mom grew up on a farm in Compton with her parents and 9...
Kevin J. Stridsburg
Nov 23, 2023
NEWBURY-Kevin J (Cushing) Stridsberg, 63 of Newbury VT lost his battle with cancer on Thursday November 23, 2023. He married his loving husband, Vincent Stridsberg on June 21, 2002. Kevin cared deeply about others. Putting their needs before his own. Kevin worked as a Developmental Home Provider for many years. He had a kind and generous heart. He loved his...
David P. Puffer
Nov 9, 2023
BARRE - We are deeply saddened to announce the passing Of David Paul “Sam” Puffer of Barre, VT. Sam died peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the age of 60 surrounded by his family. Sam is survived by his wife of 22 years Maria Trombley Puffer; his mother Janet Benzie Puffer; his daughters Erika and Jasmine...
Pierre Grenier
Nov 8, 2023
NORTHFIELD-Pierre Grenier,79, resident of Berlin, VT, passed away on November 8, 2023, after a second battle with cancer. He was in the care of Mayo Healthcare and surrounded by his loving family during his final days. He was Born in Lac-Megantic, Quebec, on January 28, 1944, to Francois Grenier and Jeannette Coulombe. After spending his formative years in Piopolis, Pierre’s...
Joan C. Habbep
Nov 5, 2023
BARRE - Joan C. Habbep, 87, of Barre, VT, passed away on November 5, 2023, at her home. Born on August 10, 1936, in Cohasset, MA, she was the daughter of William and Kathryne Wigmore. She attended a local elementary school and graduated from Cohasset High School in the class of 1954. After graduation, she took classes at Bryant-Stratton Business...
Barbara G. Lyons
Nov 4, 2023
WASHINGTON-Barbara G. Lyons,73, passed away on November 4, 2023, in her home with her family by her side. Barbara lived a happy and full life. Some of her greatest joys were her daughter, her grandsons, her great grandchildren, family, her church family, many friends and above all her love for God. Barbara never let an opportunity go by that smiles...
Theresa Jacques
Oct 27, 2023
LAKE WORTH BEACH/BARRE - Theresa Jacques, 92, of Barre, Vermont, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 27, 2023, at her home in Florida. She was the eldest daughter born to Hector and Amanda (LaPerle) Routhier. She graduated from Spaulding High School and worked full-time as a secretary and bookkeeper until her retirement. She was married and had one...
Margaret Elsie Cushing
Oct 23, 2023
SPRINGFIELD/BARRE – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Margaret Elsie Cushing (Conner), 92, of Springfield, VT, and formerly of Barre, VT. She was born April 5, 1931, in Newport, VT, to George Conner and Julia Flanders and was the youngest of 3 children. She married Ronald Cushing Sr. on August 6, 1950, and...
Winston L. Chase
Oct 2, 2023
BARRE CITY - Winston (Winky) Lucius Chase, 73, of Short Street, died Monday, October 2, 2023, at home with his partner, Sandra Pond, by his side. Born December 30, 1949, to Nelson Gordon Chase and Lola Inez (Toby) Chase. He attended school at Maple Corners Elementary in Calais and Woodbury School. Winston (Winky) married Jolene Houghton on September 28, 1974....
Lorraine R. Watker
Sep 27, 2023
BARRE- Lorraine R. Watker, 92, of Barre, a loving mother and friend to many, passed away on Wednesday September 27, 2023, at her home. Born on May 5, 1931, in Barre, she was the daughter of Clarence and Annette (Gagnon) Hartley. She attended Elementary School in Orange and graduated from Spaulding High School, class of 1949. On June 14, 1952,...
Catherine W. Sawyer
Sep 11, 2023
BARRE- Catherine W. Sawyer, 94, passed away at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester on Monday, September 11, 2023, with her family by her side. She was born on August 8, 1929, in Barre, VT, the daughter of Michael J. and Leona (Hendy) Wobby. Catherine was a Registered Nurse and throughout her career she worked in all aspects of...
Patricia Semanski
Sep 6, 2023
BARRE – Patricia (Pat) Semanski, 84, went to meet the Lord on September 6, 2023, following a brief stay in the McLure-Miller Respite House in Colchester. She was born September 11, 1938, in Scranton, PA. She truly was a coal miner’s daughter which explains why she loved country music so much, though she liked Patsy Cline more than Loretta Lynn....
Alan Joseph Joyal
Sep 5, 2023
LITTLETON, NH – Alan J. Joyal, 58, of Littleton, NH, and formerly of Barre, VT, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2023, with his family by his side at Littleton Regional Healthcare in Littleton, NH. Alan was born May 3, 1965, to Lyman Joyal and Marie (Morel) Joyal. Alan graduated from Spaulding Highschool in 1983 and then went to Champlain...
Armand Raymond Couture
Aug 8, 2023
BARRE – Armand Raymond Couture passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Armand was born in Barre City to Adrienne (Jacques) Couture and Romelus Couture on November 25, 1934. He attended Barre City Schools, graduating from Spaulding High School, Class of 1953. He met his wife, Janet Gordon, in...
Richard W. Ramos
Aug 6, 2023
WILLIAMSTOWN - Richard W. Ramos, 23, passed away suddenly at his Williamstown home at the age of 23 on August 6, 2023. Richard was born in New Britain, CT, and moved to VT in 2010. He enjoyed playing and watching football and baseball. He was always the life of the party and enjoyed spending time with his friends and family....
Michel R. Bonin
Aug 6, 2023
BARRE-Michel “Mike” Bonin of Barre, VT (62) passed peacefully at Central Vermont Medical Center Sunday, August 6, 2023. Born on August 11, 1960, the son of Jean-Claude and Ghislaine Bonin of Summer Street. Mike was a “True Barre City Legend”. He thrived with the love of his family and community by his side. A special soul that brought a smile...
Bernard "Bernie" Corliss
Aug 5, 2023
EAST MONTPELIER-Bernard A “Bernie” Corliss, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 5th of natural causes at Woodridge Nursing Home. Bernie was born December 28th, 1933, the only child of Arthur and Grace (Lane) Corliss. He grew up in East Montpelier, where he continued to live and raised a family. After graduating from Montpelier High School in 1953 he...
