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It is with great sadness that the family of Molly Kremers Williams announces her passing on November 11, 2024, in Manchester, VT at the age of 54. While Molly is gone from this physical world, her energy, humor and shining smile will be remembered eternally by her family and countless friends. Molly was born a Christmas baby on December 25, 1969 in Susanville, California. She took her first of many trips across the country from California to the East Coast with her family in their orange VW van when she was five. She spent a year with her family in Ireland where she attended first grade and was deemed a "bold girl" by the local mothers by virtue of her energy and profound spunk. When...

John Bernard Patrick Ward, born October 21, 1934 in the Bronx NY, passed away with his family at his side on October 29, 2024. John is survived by his wife Janet, daughter, Karin Ward and her wife Courtney Kaup, Timothy Ward and his wife, Anna Johansen. Plus, two lovely grandchildren, Halle and Remy Ward. With parents born in county Leitrim and county Cavan Ireland, John was always proud of his Irish heritage. John's story starts in the Bronx, NY, just a few blocks from Yankee Stadium, followed by a family move to Bellerose, NY, where he lived with his sisters and brother. Proud to have served two years in the Army, he was again recalled to serve during the Cuban Missile Crisis....

John Bernard Patrick Ward, born October 21, 1934 in the Bronx NY, passed away with his family at his side on October 29, 2024. John is survived by his wife Janet, daughter, Karin Ward and her wife Courtney Kaup, Timothy Ward and his wife, Anna Johansen. Plus, two lovely grandchildren, Halle and Remy Ward. With parents born in county Leitrim and county Cavan Ireland, John was always proud of his Irish heritage. John's story starts in the Bronx, NY, just a few blocks from Yankee Stadium, followed by a family move to Bellerose, NY, where he lived with his sisters and brother. Proud to have served two years in the Army, he was again recalled to serve during the Cuban Missile Crisis....

Linda Gail Guttroff, a longtime resident of Winhall, passed away in Naples Florida on October 19, 2024. There will be a service for Linda on November 15 at 11 am at the Second Congregational Church in Londonderry, followed by a short burial at the Bondville Cemetery. For the complete obituary and to send the family personal condolences, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

After nearly 92 years on this Earth, Donald Frederick Albin of Manchester, Vermont died on October 12, 2024 at Equinox Terrace in Manchester, Vermont. Donald was born on December 19, 1932 in Whitinsville, Massachusetts, the second child of Thelma Hart and Frederick Raymond Albin. Donald spent his early life living with on his grandparent's farm which had no running water or electricity, and the first transportation he owned was not a car, but a horse. He attended Whitinsville, MA school and left school before graduating to join the carnival "because his sister annoyed him". Donald was a lively storyteller and frequently recounted his adventures with the carnival. Donald enlisted in the in...

Theodore Tetreault passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024, in Glen Falls, New York. Theodore was born in Hartford CT., on February 15, 1946, to Theodore Tetreault and Elda Tetreault. He was 78 years old. He is survived by his sister, Eldona Reynolds, nephews, Graham and Keith Reynolds, cousins Tommy and Roger Mitkoski along with Brother-in-Law George Reynolds and Sister-in-Law Stasia Tetreault. Theodore (Teddy) met his wife, Janice Welch when they were children in Windsor, CT. Janice and Teddy spent their entire lives together. Theodore served in the United States Air Force before launching a successful career managing State Parks in Connecticut, preserving and sharing the beauty of...

William Daniel Wade, 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, in the mountains of Dorset, VT, surrounded and in the arms of his 3 beloved children. William was born in Bennington, VT, on October 21, 1951, the son of Paul and Rosalie Wade (both deceased) of Arlington, VT. He was a long time resident of Manchester, VT and graduated from the infamous class of 1969 at Arlington Memorial High School. He is survived by his 3 children, Kimberly McLeod (Jason) of Chester, Kyleen York (Adam) of Glens Falls, NY and Brian Wade (Niti) of Morrisville, NC., 5 grandchildren Jacqueline, Raymond, Casey, Meisha and Karina and 2 great grandchildren, Wesley and Isaac and his siblings-Sheila...

Mary L. Russell passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 12, 2024, in Dorset, Vermont. Mrs. Russell was born in Smithtown, Long Island, N.Y., on May 11, 1932, to Charles A. Carroll and Sarah (n?e Pyatte) Carroll. She was 92 years old. She is survived by her four children: Katharine Horgan (sp. Bob decd.) of Maine, Timothy (Deborah) Long of New Hampshire, Ryan (Michaeline) Long of Florida, Susan Long of New York City; her grandchildren: Lillian Darche (Haynes Johnston), Sam Darche (Lisa Marie), Chloe Maggs (Bobby), Derek Long (Anastasia), Emily Long, Atlas de Voldere and Cyrus de Voldere; her great grandchildren: Hannah Johnston, Scarlet Johnston, Mars Johnston, August Darche, Thomas...

Ann Marie Harrington Crosier, born on May 2, 1932, in North Bennington, VT, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024. She lived a life of devotion to her family and her community, West Springfield, MA. Daughter of Walton and Nellie Harrington. Ann graduated from North Bennington High School in 1950 and furthered her education at Springfield Hospital School of Nursing, graduating as a registered nurse in 1953. On June 15, 1954, she married the love of her life, Carlton David Crosier, and together they built a family with their two children, Donna C. Nicolai and Douglas D. Crosier. Ann is survived by her children, daughter-in-law, Julie Crosier, and her four grandchildren, Emily, Jesse, Sarah,...

Emy C LaVecchia went to her eternal rest on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at age 88. She was born to Vincent R Cahill and Dorothy Bornemann on July 1, 1935. She was the middle child of 5, having 4 brothers. Emy grew up in South Orange, New Jersey on Cameron Road, and attended Marshall Elementary School, South Orange Middle School and Columbia High School. She later attended Marymount College in Virginia self admittedly having some of the best years of her life. At age 21 she began dating John B LaVecchia who also grew up in South Orange After a six-month courtship Emy married John on February 2, 1957, in Our Lady of Sorrows Church where they were active parishioners for years. They were married...

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, lover of life, and servant of God; she passed peacefully, gazing into the eyes of her husband and surrounded by her children. She spent the last weeks of her life at home, hosting a stream of visitors who came to share appreciations and some of her infectious laughter. She leaves behind her devoted, adoring husband and best friend, James L. West; her three children Kristen E. Olmstead of Bennington, VT, R. Scott Olmstead (Abby Huston-Olmstead) of Winooski, VT and Gregory P. Olmstead of South Pomfret, VT; and the grandchildren she doted on whenever possible: Abraham Kanda-Olmstead, Joshua Paine, Georgia Paine, Miriam (Mimi) Kanda-Olmstead, Walden Olmstead,...

Born June 7, 1932, in the Bronx, Edwin (Ed) spent his early years living in Long Beach, NY, known as "the city by the sea." As a young adult, Ed spent summers lifeguarding at the town's beautiful beaches. In 1952, Ed was drawn to another city, Washington, DC, where he attended Georgetown University and graduated in 1956. After college, Ed returned to New York and began a career in public relations, most notably supervising U.S. corporate public affairs for DeBeers Consolidated Mines Ltd. In 1966 he met Paula Keane of Boston, MA, and the two were married in 1967. They have three daughters: Kate Talbot (Greg), Meg Cornell (Gavin) and Jane Teeling Chou (Russell), and five grandchildren. In...

Carl Edwin Hedman II, 80, a resident of Dorset, VT passed away on May 7th 2024 following a lengthy illness. Carl was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 17th, 1944 to the late June E. Jacobus and Carl E. Hedman. He attended high school in Cornwall on Hudson, New York and graduated from the University of North Dakota, where he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Carl spent over 20 years in management at Kaiser Aluminum in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. He moved to Vermont in 1987 and served as Plant Manager of Triangle Wire and Cable in Bennington, Vermont. In his later years, he enjoyed meeting and helping people at Shearer Honda in Rutland, Vermont where...

Carl Edwin Hedman II, 80, a resident of Dorset, VT passed away on May 7th 2024 following a lengthy illness. Carl was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 17th, 1944 to the late June E. Jacobus and Carl E. Hedman. He attended high school in Cornwall on Hudson, New York and graduated from the University of North Dakota, where he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Carl spent over 20 years in management at Kaiser Aluminum in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. He moved to Vermont in 1987 and served as Plant Manager of Triangle Wire and Cable in Bennington, Vermont. In his later years, he enjoyed meeting and helping people at Shearer Honda in Rutland, Vermont where...

John B. Bradbury, 97, of Jamesville, NY, formerly of Dorset, Vt., passed away Friday, March 29, after a brief illness. Services will be held at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Manchester Center, VT, at a date to be announced, followed by interment at Southview Cemetery in North Adams, MA. For full obituary please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

DUNCAN GRANT OGDEN, ("MONK") died on March 16th, 2024 at his home in Peru, VT. with his wife, Sally, his best friend, and wife of 63 years, his three daughters, Jane, Ann, and Hannah and little dog, Fendi by his side. For complete obituary details and to send the family personal condolences, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

John Backes LaVecchia, Sr. went to his eternal rest on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at age 92. He was born on February 4, 1932, to Nicholas and Mary LaVecchia. He was their only son but had a half-brother Richard LaVecchia who was 18 years his senior. John's father was an attorney and judge in Newark, NJ and John was named for his godfather Vice Chancellor John H. Backes who served as Vice Chancellor of the New Jersey Court of Chancery from 1913-1935. John's father passed in 1940 when he was only 8, and his mother Mary was devoted to him. John grew up in South Orange, New Jersey on Montrose Avenue, and then raised his family on Irving Avenue. He attended Marshall Elementary School and then went...

Lawrence Roger Disco, age 71, beloved husband, treasured father, and grandfather passed away on February 22, 2024 following a courageous battle with Covid. He had resided in Manchester, VT. Larry was born in Pittsfield, MA on April 13, 1952, son of the late Lillian and Roger Disco. He attended local schools and was active in sports. Following his graduation from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in 1975, he began his career as a registered pharmacist in Pittsfield. He married his wife, Janice, in 1976, and the two raised their family in Bennington, VT. While there, Larry was a longtime member of the Bennington Fire Department serving in the Stark Hose Company. He enjoyed the teamwork and...

Elizabeth Mae (Harned) Hulett-Bettie, 99, a resident of Peru, VT, passed away February 21, 2024 at her home. Born in Barton, Vt September 22nd, 1924, she was the daughter of Reba (Porter) Harned & James Bygrave Harned. The family moved to Manchester, Vt when she was 3 years old. She attended local schools & graduated from Burr & Burton Seminary in 1942. After working in Springfield, Vt during World War II she returned to Manchester, worked in what was Factory Point National Bank & married Raymond Ralph Hulett on July 6th, 1946. They moved to Peru Vt in 1953 where she worked in Keltons' Store, served as Town Auditor, and then worked in the Post Office as clerk and...

Renee Snyder of Manchester passed away on February 15 at the age of 95. Renee's journey began in Staten Island, after which she moved to New Jersey and California before settling in Vermont which she called home for the past 23 years. Renee was a lover of choir and the symphony, traveling, and family. She held jobs ranging from radio station DJ to volunteer coordinator of a help hotline. Being a classical music aficionado, with background in piano and choir, Renee traveled the world with various musical groups over the years. She especially enjoyed visiting France, Carmel, Santa Barbara, and Vermont.The family would like to express our deep appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Bromley...

Patricia Ann (Croff) Dorr passed peacefully at home on February 4, 2024 with her loving husband at her side. Pat was born February 22, 1933 to Leslie and Mary (Barnes) Croff and attended high school at Wallingford and Burr and Burton. She married the love of her life Donald Dorr on July 1, 1955. Together, they had four children, Douglas (Dawn Dorr), Debra Salo (Patrick), David and Denise. Not only did Pat raise four children and keep house, she did the bookkeeping for the business she shared with her husband for over sixty years. She was a member and Past Matron of the Eastern Star. For ten years (2001-2011) Pat and Don put on a free Thanksgiving dinner, serving three hundred or more...