North Bennington woman made Vermont her home and donated land to establish a trail system for all to use Her children, friends far and wide, and the communities of North Bennington, Bennington and Shaftsbury are saying thanks for the gift of years with Mary Hawes Kohler, who died peacefully at Bromley Manor in Manchester on April 24, 2024. The Hawes, name to which Mary was born in 1934, covered a meandering path from prerevolutionary coastal New England to...
Underhill Center woman was a beneficent force of nature who loved this Earth and loved people even more “She was a giant.” So said Sue Kusserow’s nearest neighbor on the hill in Underhill Center when describing her life and passing on April 19. And so she was, a gentle giant in the lives of family, friends and the community beneath Mount Mansfield where she lived for more than 65 years, beloved by all. Warm, kind and giving, a loving wife and supremely...
South Burlington woman loved to travel to meet new people and learn about different cultures On April 25, 2024, Valerie Patricia Gump left her earthly life to experience another exciting adventure into a new and unknown realm. Valerie was born on January 16, 1932, in London, England, and arrived in North America in 1954. She always loved to travel, to meet new people and to experience different cultures and foods. Her genuine curiosity about others gave her...
Navy submariner and respected businessman relished the thrill of NASCAR and the joy of country line dancing Henry Francis Tutt, age 82, of Weathersfield, Vt., was called to eternal rest on May 10, 2024, in Lebanon, N.H. Born on October 21, 1941, in Meredith, N.H., Henry was a product of Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, N.H., and he rendered honorable service to the U.S. Navy as a submariner from 1959 until 1967. In his professional endeavors, Henry was a...
Outdoorsman took immense pride in his work and could fix, build, mend or tend anything Our beloved champion, son, brother, cousin, nephew, friend and all around amazing human Drew Lalumiere was taken from us too soon, on May 9, 2024. Though we are heartbroken at his departure, we are all the better for having known and loved him, and he will live forever in our hearts and memories. Drew was born 35 years ago on the banks of Otter Creek in Ferrisburgh, a...
Molecular geneticist was dedicated to the pursuit of scientific discovery, academic freedom and fish Michael Joseph Siciliano, 86, died on Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home in Essex Junction, Vt. He was born on May 12, 1937, and raised in Brooklyn, the son of Michael and Marion, née Masi. His education was in the New York metropolitan area: the scientifically-oriented Stuyvesant High School in Manhattan; Jesuit-run St. Peter’s College in Jersey City for his...
Burlington native had an innate connection to the natural world and a unique bond with animals Our beloved boy, Martin Michael Bombard, departed this world on May 2, 2024, at the age of 34. Martin, born in Burlington, Vt., on October 15, 1989, was the cherished second child of Martin T. Bombard and Kimberly J. Bombard. He is survived by his loving sisters, Cathleen DaCosta Bombard and her husband, Jeffrey Brusven, of Laguna Beach, Calif.; and Molly Margaret...
Faith, family and the outdoors were the three most important pillars of Westford man’s life Guy Martin Vanzo, of Westford, Vt., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 29, in Paris, France. He was embarking on a pilgrimage with his wife, Barbara, to Fatima and Santiago de Compostela, walking the Way of Saint James, and stopping to pick up their son, James, in Paris along the way. This pilgrimage tied together the three most important pillars of Guy’s life:...
Arborist loved the outdoors, including gardening, and had a lifelong interest in flowers Norman J. Gordon Jr. passed away on May 6, 2024, at the Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington, after a recent diagnosis. Norman was born to Patricia A. Camper and raised by both Wayne and Patricia in Burlington, where he continued to live during his childhood. Norm and his brother Gary would recite endless stories of what Catholic school was like for...
Dedicated IBM employee and volunteer firefighter embodied the spirit of selflessness in service to his community Joseph J. LaCroix Jr., affectionately known as “Joey,” departed this world on May 8, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family, after a courageous battle with Huntington's disease, a testament to his extraordinary courage and resilience. He graced this world on June 26, 1952, and his journey was one filled with love, passion and remarkable...
On May 11, 2024, ELOISE JORDAN, 96, a true angel of God was relieved of her duties here on Earth and went to her Heavenly home where she was reunited with the love of her life Herbert Jordan. Eloise, daughter of the late Anderson and Ruby Layne was born October 1, 1927, in Huntington, WV. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Elsworth Layne of Huntington, WV, and Donald Layne of Plainwell, Michigan. She is survived by her sister, Delores Henderson of Barboursville, WV. Herbert, after...
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