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Jane M. (Bosley) Boyd (80) of Town Hill Road in Whitingham passed away peacefully at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington, Vermont on June 21, 2023, after a brief period of declining health. Born on July 5, 1942, in North Adams, MA, the daughter of the late William E. Bosley and Myrtle E. (Berard) Bosley. Jane grew up on Bosley hill in Readsboro, attended Readsboro School and graduated from Whitingham High School as president of the first class to graduate from the new Whitingham School Facility in 1960. At a young age, Jane learned how to play piano. Although she professed to not know how to read music, she could usually play any song requested. In her teen years she played...

Laura "Susie" Putnam, 85, a resident of Hatch School Road in Jacksonville, passed away June 8, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. Laura was born in North Adams, Massachusetts on September 3, 1937 the daughter of the late Louis and Doris (Page) Furlon. She attended school in Monroe Bridge and graduated from Drury High School in North Adams. Laura was a rural route carrier and also worked inside at the Halifax, VT Post Office for many years. Laura was a member of the Ladies Aid, loved crafts and was an avid knitter, quilter, sewer, canvas painter and was a member of the Red Hatters. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. Laura is survived by her children Jeff Putnam...

Robert Arthur "Bob" Pease, 85, a resident of 61 Look Road, Wilmington VT, passed away at his home March 8, 2023 after battling a strong fight with cancer for 8 years. Robert was born in Brattleboro, VT, the son of Arthur and Eleanor (Robbins) Pease. He graduated class of '58 from Brattleboro Union High School. Robert enlisted in the U.S. Army, stationed in Fort Sill, OK. At the age of 18, Robert worked at the Retreat Dairy Farm, and then transitioned to the Retreat Carpentry Shop, retiring after 45 years. Robert was a true meat and potatoes guy. He enjoyed the outdoors hunting deer, bear, rabbit, and turkey. It was normal for him to "bag a good deer every year". He would hunt the ridge...

Geraldine Marie Blair, 99, a resident of South Emery Street in Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Arlington, VT passed away March 6, 2023 at her daughter's home in Mesa,Arizona. Geraldine was born in Tupper Lake, NY on July 26, 1923 the daughter of the late Martin and Yvonne (Proulx) Cummings and attended Tupper Lake and Malone, NY schools. Geraldine worked as a retail clerk for the Enchanted Dollhouse. She was a member of St. Margaret Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Arlington where she was a member of the Sodality. She was a volunteer at Martha Canfield Library in Arlington and was awarded the 20- year pin for volunteering. Geraldine was involved in various bowling leagues in Arlington and...

Barbara LeVan, the daughter of Robert LeVan and Dolores Nikles (Nicki) and a long-time resident of Wilmington, VT died peacefully in her home on February 1st, surrounded by the love of family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Barbara is survived by her daughter Emma Rose Sprenger-Timmons and grandson Lennon Timmons from West Dover, VT, father Robert LeVan and his wife Gail LeVan, her sister Sandy LeVan, brother Robert LeVan and his wife Linda Dietz, and step daughters Brie Beckwith and husband Justin and their children Redmond and Frida of Warren, VT, Tyne Pike-Sprenger and husband David Rothman and their children Tulsi and Wilder of Fayston, VT. Originally from Allentown, PA,...

William J. Myers, "Bill", 81, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 4, 2023. Bill was born in New Haven, CT, the son of Frank and Leona Myers. For 57 years, he was married to the love of his life, Jackie Myers. He was a hard working and proud man who opened his own printing company- Nova Printing and ran it successfully for 22 years. Bill loved life and he lived it with "No Regrets". He was an amazing man - husband, father, Poppy, and friend. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. He leaves his daughters Maria Snow (Brad Glazer) and Elisa Gobany, 4 grandchildren - William Myers III, Leah Rose and Andrew Gobany and Jadi Glazer, and 3 great grandchildren. The...

Dawn Franceschetti, 55, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2022 at home surrounded by her family following a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Born May 22, 1967 in Tarrytown, NY, she was the daughter of Stephen and Florence (Scheffold) Mastellone. She grew up in Poughquag, NY and attended Arlington High School in Pleasant Valley, NY and graduated in 1985. Dawn attended Maria College and graduated with an Associate's degree in 1989. She was a Physical Therapist Assistant at Grace Cottage Hospital for 25 years. Her nurturing spirit combined with her bright intellect and her compassionate nature made her an excellent therapist. Dawn was appreciated by her patients and she was admired,...

Vanda N. Warner of Whitingham, Vermont, died peacefully in the company of her family on Monday, September 19, 2022 at the age of 81. A memorial service is planned for Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Charlemont Federated Church in Charlemont, Massachusetts with a reception to follow. A private interment ceremony will be held at a later date. For the full obituary, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

Krimhilde Luise (Ziegler) Schneeberger passed away peacefully at home on Friday July 29th at the age of 88. Hilde was born June 4, 1934 in Gau-Algersheim, Germany to Arthur and Theresa (Berktold) Ziegler and was one of seven children. She lived and attended schools in Kempten in the Bavaria region of Germany. After secondary school she studied nursing while attending La Pouponniere et L'Abri in Lausanne, Switzerland where she learned to speak French. In 1963 she accepted a nursing position and opportunity to learn English in New York City, which is where she met her husband George, a Swiss native living in Vermont. They were married in Wilmington on July 16, 1966 and had a second ceremony a...

Jacqueline (Martin) Kenny formerly of Brattleboro VT, passed away on June 23, 2022 in Jamestown KY, where she had been living with her daughter and son in law Lori (Gundry) Lancer and Steve Lancer. Jackie was born January 17, 1940 in Hinsdale NH, to Raymond and Cecile (Gibeau) Martin. She was pre deceased by her husband Deputy Sheriff Richard Kenny in 1999. She is survived by her four children, Shayne (Robert) Holland of East Dover VT, Lori (Steve) Lancer of Jamestown KY, Diana (Peter) Leach of Jaffrey NH, and David (Polly) Gundry of FL, and her step son James Kenny of Brooklyn NY. Her four sisters, Donna King, Andrea Champney, Sandra Cote, and Cheryl Lavalley, 8 grandchildren, and 17 great...

Eva B. Sherman, 87, a resident of Whites Hill Road, passed away June 8, 2022 at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital. Eva was born in East Dover, VT on August 16, 1934. The daughter of the late Erwin Brown, Sr. and Geneva Bartlett. Eva attended East Dover schools, graduating from Brattleboro High School. For over 20 years, Eva was the Postmaster for the East Dover Post Office. Eva was a member of the Ladies Aide, the East Dover Baptist Church, Dover Historical Society, Coordinator for the Strawberry Supper, Trustee for the Dover Free Library and taught Sunday and Bible School. Eva was an avid reader, enjoyed baking and cooking, solving jigsaw puzzles and listening to the sounds of Charlie Pride,...

Richard Sprague Sr., 82, of Wilmington, VT passed away unexpectedly June 5, 2022. Richard (Dick) Sprague was born October 19, 1939 to Percy and Florence Sprague of Brattleboro, VT. Richard was a graduate of Brattleboro High School class of 1957 and was co-captain of the 1956 Brattleboro High School championship football team. He also served in the Army Reserves. Richard married his wife Norma in 1958 and they were married for 64yrs, residing in Wilmington, VT. Richard is well known for his stonework, painting and his Antique shop. He built many of the stonewalls, as well as painting many homes around the valley in his 50+ years in the business, retiring at 70yrs old. After retiring,...

Richard Sprague Sr passed away unexpectedly June 5th 2022. Richard (Dick) Sprague was born October 19 1939 to Percy and Florence Sprague of Brattleboro VT. Survived by his wife Norma Sprague, his sons Richard Sprague Jr of Searsburg VT, and Steven Sprague of Jaffrey NH, 5 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, pre-deceased by 1 son, 1 granddaughter, 2 brothers. Richard was a graduate of Brattleboro High School class of 1957, he was co-captain of the 1956 Brattleboro High School championship football team, Richard served in the Army reserves. Richard married his wife Norma in 1958 married 64yrs, they were currently residing in Wilmington VT. Richard is well known for...

Roger E. Maynard, 94, a lifelong resident of Wilmington passed away peacefully on Saturday May 21, 2022 at The Center For Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington where he had resided for over 2 years. The son of Eleoda and Mary (Buffum) Maynard, he was born in Wilmington on November 1, 1927. He grew up on the family farm, received his education in Wilmington schools and was a 1945 graduate of Wilmington High School. Following his graduation, World War II was still active and he entered the US Navy where he served until 1947, being discharged as a Seaman First Class. Roger began a lifelong career at Deerfield Valley Supply in 1947 where he eventually became the General Manager of five...

Roger E. Maynard ,94, a lifelong resident of Wilmington passed away peacefully on Saturday May 21, 2022 at The Center For Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington where he had resided for over 2 years. The son of Eleoda and Mary (Buffum) Maynard, he was born in Wilmington on November 1, 1927. He grew up on the family farm, received his education in Wilmington schools and was a 1945 graduate of Wilmington High School. Following his graduation, World War II was still active and he entered the US Navy where he served until 1947, being discharged as a Seaman First Class. Roger began a lifelong career at Deerfield Valley Supply in 1947 where he eventually became the General Manager of five...

Ada Marchegiani Libardi, 99, of Readsboro, VT passed away peacefully on May 5, 2022 at home with her family. Ada was born on December 9, 1922 on Grinka Farm Drive, in Readsboro, VT to Celso & Teresa (Colo) Marchegiani. She attended school in Readsboro. Ada worked at Wall-Streeter Shoes in North Adams, MA and the Readsboro Chair Co. In 1949 she married Eugene (Geno) Libardi of Chester, MA, and they began their life together in Readsboro, VT. He was her rock, her partner and the love of her life. In 1959 their son, Mike Libardi was born. After the death of her sister, Dirce, in 1961, their family expanded. She and Geno welcomed their three nieces and two nephews into their family and...

Eric Sprenger, the son of Claus "Joe" and Maryann Sprenger and a beloved long-time resident of Wilmington, died unexpectedly on March 1, doing what he loved while cross-country skiing on Lake Whitingham. Eric is survived by the woman he adored, his wife and soulmate, Barbara LeVan, and his three daughters: Brie Beckwith and husband Justin of Warren, VT, Tyne Pike-Sprenger and husband David Rothman of Fayston, VT, and Emma Rose Sprenger of West Brattleboro, VT. Also surviving "Pops" are his greatest joys, his grandchildren: Redmond and Frida Beckwith, Wilder and Tulsi Rothman, and Lennon Timmons. He is also survived by his sister, Cyndi Sprenger of Wilmington, VT. Eric is predeceased by his...

John "Pat" Hunt died on December 17, 2021 with his family by his side. Pat was born on October 1,1945 to his parents, J Patricia and John Hunt, in Fall River, MA and attended school in Somerset, MA. He served in the Air Force at Malstrom AFB Montana, where he met and married Marilyn Kohut. Pat and Marilyn bought Cooper Hill Inn in 1985, bringing their family to Vermont. Pat enjoyed playing baseball and coached and umpired Little League. He was an amateur meteorologist, was passionate about music, enjoyed playing the guitar, and loved ice cream. Pat was very proud of his children and grandchildren and of all their accomplishments. He is survived by his wife Marilyn and his children; Tim(wife...

Virginia A. Stone, 89, a resident of Larrabee Road, passed away November 9, 2021 at her son Craig's home surrounded by her family. Virginia was born in Readsboro, VT on April 7, 1932 the daughter of the late Carrol and Josephine (Burns) Cutting, Sr. She attended Whitingham schools, graduating from Whitingham High School. Virginia assisted her husband with the Town books for over 45 years and was a member of the West Halifax PTC. She loved her home and cherished times spent with her family especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed baking, snowmobiling, sewing, square dancing and watching game shows. Along with her husband she enjoyed attending local fairs especially the Tunbridge Fair....

Donald Ray Landers passed away peacefully in Vermont on October 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Davenport Iowa on November 14, 1931 to John and Ethel Landers. He was a businessman, avid sports fan, Korean War Navy Veteran, and loving husband to Karen Riith whom he married in 1982. Don moved frequently as a child, graduating from Jacksonville Beach High School in Florida in 1948. He went to work for the Federal Reserve Bank in Atlanta following graduation and attended Georgia State University, receiving a BA in business. His enlistment in the Navy in 1951 brought him to the Pacific theater during the Korean War where his duties as a supply sergeant aboard the USS...

A graveside service with military honors for Peter W. Morris, who passed away October 7, 2021, will be held Saturday April 30, 2022 at 11am at Riverview Cemetery in Wilmington, VT. A reception will follow the graveside service at the Haystack Golf Club, 70 Spyglass Road in Wilmington VT.