Brian Arthur Cardonnel passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 after a battle with COVID-19. There will be a funeral service streamed online on Saturday, May 22nd at 4pm, Anyone wishing to attend please call (802) 681-9079 prior to May 22nd for the link and instructions. To view the full obituary and to send the family personal condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

Juanita Raye Hyatt Eddy, 83, of Manchester, Vt passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2021. Born June 6th, 1937 in Bridgeport, CT to Harold Hyatt and Vera Whitney Hyatt, Juanita married her dedicated and loving husband, Charles Eddy and moved to Vermont. After employment at the Quality Restaurant and the 1811 House, both of Manchester, Juanita found her calling as a housekeeper, working with many area families in Dorset and Manchester, some for decades. Known for her extraordinary work ethic, honesty and kindness to children and pets, Juanita became a member of the family to almost everyone she worked with. Her spare time was spent gardening, tending to her birds, and maintaining...

Mrs. Ruth Ella Sweet, 78 a resident of Jacks Drive passed away on Sunday morning May 2, 2021 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center following a brief illness. The daughter of the late Arthur and Lillian (Stratton) Watson , she was born in Bennington on June 8, 1942. Ruth attended the schoolhouse on Crossover Road and graduated from Bennington High School. She married Jack Sweet in Bennington in August 1960, he passed on March 21, 2020 . In earlier years Ruth had worked at the former Thompson Manufacturing Company , for many years she had assisted her husband in operation Jack Sweet's Rubbish Removal Company where she maintained the office duties and bookkeeping. She enjoyed camping with...

Shirley Anna Brown Adams, 90, formerly of Jacksonville, VT, passed away April 29, 2021 at Thompson House Nursing Home in Brattleboro. Shirley was born in Greenfield, MA on January 8, 1931 the daughter of the late Walter and Mina Hillman Brown. She was an Arms Academy graduate and attended Vermont Community College at the age of 58 where she studied writing in Brattleboro and had some of her work published. She worked for New England Telephone Company in Brattleboro, the Wilson Department Store in Greenfield and as an Auditor for the Town of Whitingham for 9 years. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, the Order of the Eastern Star Mayflower Chapter #19 now in Jamaica and Wilmington and...

Aubriana (Aub, Aubrie) Magnusson-Lasher, 27, of Manchester, Vt. died Wednesday April 28, 2021. Born in Bennington, VT., having spent most of her youth growing up in Keene and West Swanzey, NH, returning to VT. In 2010. Music being a true passion, Aubriana spent her school years playing the flute, percussion drums and singing in chorus. She had a beautiful voice. She enjoyed skating and had been a Cheshire Figure Skater. She loved all things beauty industry related and was a talented makeup artist. She also enjoyed gaming, fishing and visiting the ocean. One of her biggest passions was rescuing animals. Aubriana loved adventures and in 2013 she traveled across country, twice. In 2014,...

Lena Ruth Shattuck, 86, a resident of Union Street, and formerly of Manchester, VT passed away April 27, 2021 at the Manes House in Bennington. Lena was born in Danby, VT on March 28, 1935 the daughter of the late Edgar and Alice Hart Corey attended local schools and cleaned area homes for many years. Lena enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, walking, reading, listening to country music and spending time with her family. Lena is survived by her children Roberta Sargood (David) of Shushan, NY, Barbara Valenkas of Salem, NH and Jerry Shattuck and his significant other Barbara of Manchester Center, VT, her brother Edgar Corey, Jr (Becky) of Wells, VT, sisters Gloria Alden of Glens Falls, NY and Linda...

Dorothy Jean Nelson 91 passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 27, 2021 at the home of her daughter and son in law Rebekah and Brian Green where she had been residing, she has now gone to be with her Lord. The daughter of Wilson and Lydia (Milner) Robinson, she was born in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan on October 10, 1929. She graduated from Minnesota Bible College with a Bachelors Degree in Sacred Literature. She married Walter Nelson on June 20, 1953 in Sault Sainte Marie, he passed away on January 14, 1975. Dorothy had worked at Cannon Falls (MN) High School and raised her seven children. She moved to Vermont in 1988. She was always willing to help her family wherever she was needed. She...

Alan Greenspan, 90, of Sanibel, FL and Wilmington, VT, passed away April 22, 2021 at his home in Florida. Graveside funeral services for Alan will be held Monday, May 3rd at 1pm in Riverview Cemetery, Wilmington, VT. There are no visiting hours. To send the family personal condolences and for complete obituary details please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Covey-Allen & Shea Funeral Home 44 East Main Street Wilmington, VT.

Mary Louise Gardner, 81, passed away peacefully April 11, 2021 at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington. Mary was born on August 19, 1939 the daughter of the late George Edward and Helen (Fisher) Nolet. She was the second daughter of five children. Mary spent most of her life caring for family members and raising her two children. She is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Garfield Gardner. She is survived by her children David ( wife Josephine) Gardner and Elaine Caldwell ( husband David) and her grandchildren. A private graveside service per her request was held a Maple Hill Cemetery in Dorset, VT. If friends desire, memorial gifts in Mary's memory may be made to...

Suzanne G. Rose, 75, of Winhall, VT, passed away on April 11, 2021 at the Jack Byrne Center for Hospice Care, located in Lebanon, New Hampshire, after a 6 month battle with cancer. Born June 15, 1945 to the late William F. and Olive D. (Libby) Robinson, Suzanne grew up in Boston where she attended Roslindale High School, and Boston Business School. On October 8, 1966, she married the love of her life, Clayton D. Rose, and after living for a few years in the suburbs of Boston, Suzanne and Clay moved to Wilbraham, MA where they resided for 34 years. In 1984, Suzanne received her bachelor's degree from Western New England College, and went on to work as a medical underwriter in the insurance...

Karen Sue (Robinson) Salmon, 57, of Bennington, VT, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at Albany Medical Center following a brief illness. The first of 3 children, Karen was born in Bennington, VT on Monday, July 8, 1963 to the late Albert K. and Lillian G. (Maxon) Robinson, Jr., of Shaftsbury, VT. Karen was a kind and giving soul who could find the good in everything and everyone. As soon as you interacted with Karen you could tell that she had a heart as big and bright as the sun. This trait was quickly seen and noted by her Grandma Robinson- whom Karen adored- she always called Karen her "Little Sunshine". Karen cared for people in the purest way. She loved them for who they...

Susan Kathleen Sweeney passed away peacefully at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center after a brief illness. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Susan and her family relocated to West Dover in the early 1960s, where they owned and operated the Whippletree Lodge for 40 years. Susan attended the Dover School, and graduated from Wilmington High School. She earned a B.S. in Nutrition from the University of Vermont, then followed her interests in floral design and gardening taking her to Cape Cod and Lake Tahoe. Upon her return to Vermont, she worked as a wedding consultant in the Burlington area, coordinating catering services and flowers for many functions. In 2004, Susan returned to West...

Virginia B. McNulty, 92, a resident of Manchester, passed away April 5, 2021 at Equinox Terrace in Manchester. Virginia was a waitress for area restaurants for many years and a caretaker for many area families. She is survived by her sons Charles "Chuck" Harriman of Manchester and Tom Harriman of New York, step-sons Steven McNulty of Manchester and Dennis McNulty of Shaftsbury, her step-daughter Patricia Thompson of Manchester, very dear friend Louise Wyman of Manchester and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard H. McNulty and step-son Rick McNulty. At the request of the family there are no formal funeral services at this time. A private...

Merlin Francis Bristol, 86 of Dummerston passed away peacefully on April 2, 2021, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. Merlin was born in Brattleboro on September 17, 1934, the son of Everett and Elizabeth (Pratt) Bristol. He was raised and educated in Brattleboro and was a graduate of Brattleboro Union High School, Class of 1952. Following high school, he served his country in the Army and Vermont National Guard. Following his service, he was employed at the Book Press in Brattleboro. He was a loving and compassionate father and grandfather. His passion was spending time with his children and grandchildren. He leaves behind two daughters, Shelby Bristol of Dummerston VT and...

Walter Elmer Crawford passed away on March 31, 2021 in the comfort of his daughter and son-in-laws home where he has lived for the past several years. Visitation will be Saturday, May 8th, at 1:00 pm with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 pm at Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home 213 West Main Street Bennington, VT. Walter will be laid to rest on May 10th, at 11:00 am, next to his wife in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph, VT. To send the family personal condolence and for complete obituary details please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. Due to Covid-19, we politely ask that masks will be required at both services.

Michael Joseph Pike was born on August 2nd, 1970 in Bennington, Vermont to Gladys and Casper Pike. He passed away surrounded by love on March 29th, 2021 from a brief illness. He graduated from Arlington Memorial High School in 1989. He went on to serve 4 years in the U.S. Army and 12 years in the U.S. Army Reserves during that time he served in Operation Enduring Freedom. He is preceded in death by his parents Casper Allen Pike and Gladys Mae Pike. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Roberta Pike, and his five children who he adored more than life itself Sylvia, Scott, Savannah, Jonathan, and Chandler; along with two grandchildren Skyler and Rowan. He leaves behind sisters...

Leonard Charles Hall, 94, a resident of East Dover, passed away peacefully March 22, 2021. He was born August 14, 1926 the son of the late John and Lula Howe Hall at home on the family farm in East Dover. In his youth, Leonard attended North Street and Goose City schools. He went on to attend Leland & Gray High School. In 1944 during his senior year, he was drafted to serve in the U.S. Army during WWII in the 104th infantry division-European Theater. After his service he returned to graduate high school in 1947. Leonard played baseball for the West River League as a pitcher with his best friend Bob Mundell of 90 years as a catcher. On November 16, 1949 he married Beverly Wilder Bartlett....

Maryellen Catherine Young, 67, a resident of Hunt Street passed away March 18, 2021 unexpectedly at her home. Funeral services for Maryellen will be held Tuesday March 23, 2021 at 1pm at Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home 213 West Main Street Bennington, VT. Interment will follow in the family lot in Grandview Cemetery in Shaftsbury. Visiting hours at the funeral home will be held Tuesday March 23, 2021 from 11am-1pm, 2hours prior to the service. To send the family personal condolences and for complete obituary details, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home 213 West Main Street Bennington,...

Edna J. Winslow, 84, a resident of North Street and lifelong resident of Bennington, passed away March 15, 2021 at the Vermont Veterans Home. Edna was born in Bennington on September 5, 1936 the daughter of the late Frederick and Doris Harrington Knight and attended local schools. Edna worked as a librarian for many years even after retirement. She also worked as a dental hygienist, the Thompson Mill and CB Sports. She enjoyed painting, art, making crafts and loved drawing. She loved animals and cherished times spent with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Edna is survived by her sons Robert Harrington, Jr. of North Adams. MA, Stephen Harrington of Bennington and Frederick...

Dick's deep love for his family, his friends, his community, and the beauty of the natural world around him were the foundation of his life. His passionate curiosity, love of learning, belief in justice and fairness, and enthusiasm for wide-ranging interests never diminished, even in the very last days of his life. From a firm belief that there were no incorrigible children to his assurance that there were no bad-weather days, Dick exuded a positive outlook on people and life that inspired everyone whose lives he touched. Born in New Haven and growing up in suburban Philadelphia, Dick discovered a talent for singing and a lifelong love of music. As a teenager, a trip to Europe opened his...

Meri Gertrude (Trudy) Myers died peacefully in her sleep at home on March 12, 2021. Trudy was born on July 6, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio to Helen Marie Bolly and Meriam Clay Herrick. Trudy was much beloved for her kindness, her friendliness, her willingness to volunteer her time and her commitment to her church family. Trudy graduated from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio in 1957 where she majored in Spanish and French, was an active member of Tri-Delta sorority and a peer adviser. Upon graduation she and a group of friends spent a summer touring Europe. She then took a teaching job in New Jersey where she met and married Richard Colin MacDonald. In 1968 they moved to East Dorset, VT to...