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TAMMY LYNN (QUEBEC) GEMMELL
WAYS MILLS, PQ / SWANTON, Vt. - With a brave heart, after a courageous 10 year battle with cancer at the CHU Fleurimont Hospital Sherbrooke, Tammy Lynn (Quebec) Gemmell died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at the age of 39.
Beloved wife of Murray; cherished mother of Jessica Lynn (age 14). Tammy will also be sadly missed by her parents, James and Eva Quebec of Swanton; brother, Christopher of Florida; father-in-law, Ashley; brother-in-law, Robert; nieces, Shannon and Samantha; nephews, Christopher and Jeffrey; other relatives and many friends.
Calling hours were at Cass Funeral Home in Ayer’s Cliff, PQ. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated with Father Maurice Dominque officiating, followed by interment in Ways Mills Cemetery.
Tammy was a true lover of her community. She was dearly loved by the children there. Tammy created numerous events and activities at the local parish hall. These events started with a handful of children and rapidly grew to several hundred. These events are now named in her honor, as she was endearingly known by both children and parents as the “great wizard of fun.”
Tammy was a musician in her own right as well as a vocalist. Her beautiful voice was enjoyed by everyone. Tammy’s first love was her family, her music and animals. She loved life and shared her positive nature with all.
Her service included four eulogies by her closest friends. It also included both instrumental and vocal soloists. Her daughter Jessica sang a special tribute to her mother, whom she dearly loves.
On Tuesday morning, Oct. 25, she was carried to heaven in the arms of an angel. A memorial mass will be held in her honor at Church of the Nativity in Swanton on Friday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m.
THOMAS BERNARD PATRAS
MONTGOMERY CENTER - Thomas Bernard Patras, age 47, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 30, 2005.
He was born Jan. 13, 1958, in Perth Amboy, N.J., the son of Socrates Patras and the late Elizabeth (Kelley) Patras.
Tom was a resident of Franklin County for 33 years, living in Montgomery and East Franklin. He graduated from Lamoille Union High School in 1977 and attended Johnson State College.
Tom started his illustrious culinary career at Zack’s On The Rocks in Montgomery at the age of 14 for a buck twenty-five an hour. After Zack’s he moved onto the Belfry whenever called upon and worked as a sous chef at Hotel Jay for 13 years.
Tom’s career in construction began in 1980 building his first home with his wife at the time, creating a unique cordwood home. Tom continued working in construction at Waterland in Montgomery before starting his long career with Tim Murphy at Inter-Mountain Enterprises. Tom had become Tim’s “right hand man” contributing his knowledge and expertise in building gorgeous homes and other people’s dreams and visions.
Anyone who knew Tom knew of his obsessive passion for SAABs and SAAB stories; need we say more? Tom loved to board, whether it was snowboarding at Jay Peak or skateboarding on Route 242. His creative talents were expressed in his paintings, sketches, theatrical designs and costumes. He had a great love for music as seen in his diverse, eclectic collection.
He is survived by his children, Hailey Chamberlain and her husband, Jesse of Henrietta, N.Y. and Justin Patras of Enosburg Falls; his father, Socrates Patras and his wife, Anna of Perth Amboy, N.J.; one brother, Argyre Patras of California; two sisters, Sara Jude Little of New Jersey, Liz Ann Thayer and her husband Ed of Maine; a half sister, Anna Patras of New Jersey; a step brother, Christopher Patras of New Jersey; paternal grandmother, Mary Patras of New Jersey; and his long time companion, Joanne Scott and her son, Evan James of East Franklin. Besides his mother he was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Harry Patras; and his maternal grandparents, Thomas B. and Gertrude Kelley.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 5, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Montgomery Grange Hall in Montgomery Center.
Visiting hours will be held Friday evening from 6 to 9 at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Tom’s memory may be made to the Montgomery Recreation Center, C/O Montgomery Town Clerk, P.O. Box 356, Montgomery Center, Vt. 05471
VALERIE (STRUZENSKI) PAPILLO
MONTGOMERY - Valerie (Struzenski) Papillo died Oct. 30, 2005, after just 36 short years of life, in Montgomery.
Val was born in Granby, Conn. and she graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1991. Since moving to Vermont five years ago, Valerie obtained her real estate license and worked for Sherwood Real Estate. She was a member of the Community Emergency Response Team of Montgomery.
Valerie loved family, music and nature. She played the saxophone and flute and was learning the guitar. Open mic nights with Valerie and Bettie at the Snow Shoe Lodge are legendary. Many community members, including her friend Tommy Patras, never missed a Thursday night show. Valerie was active in the outdoors and the community. Sailing nurtured her connection to the earth, herself and best fed her love of life. Her dog Mabel was a constant companion for all of her activities and they shared an unconditional love. Valerie’s passion for life was evidenced by her laugh and the people she surrounded herself with.
Valerie is survived by her parents, Jean and Richard Struzenski of Granby, Conn.; her three sisters: Glenell Morris and husband, John of Winsted, Conn., Deborah Harper and husband, Carl of Branford, Fla. and Joann Bonagiuso and husband, Chris of Meridan, Conn.; nieces and nephews: Jessica and Scott Cyr, Phillip Pratt and Kendra Cyr of Branford, Fla., Olivia and Jaron Morris of Winsted, Conn.; her paternal grandmother, Frances Rychwicki of Waldoboro, Maine; and her loving friend, Steve Dutton. Valerie is also survived by her many friends and the community of people whose lives she so dearly touched.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, Nov. 4, at 10 a.m. at Pratt Hall, Montgomery, with Rev. Heidi Reinker officiating.
In lieu of flowers gifts may be made to: Friends of Pax c/o Lynda Cluba, Montgomery, Vt., 05470; or the Montgomery Rescue c/o Montgomery CERT, P.O. Box 132, Montgomery Center, Vt. 05471.
ELOISE F. DEMAR
ENOSBURG FALLS - Eloise F. Demar, age 75, wife of Robert “Bud” Demar, passed away Wednesday morning, Nov. 2, 2005, at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born Jan. 17, 1930, in Richford, the daughter the late Joseph and Lydia (Martin) Pollender.
She was a resident of Enosburg Falls and Montgomery most of her life and also spent winters at the Orange City Campground in Orange City, Fla. She was employed at Atlas Plywood in Richford; she was also employed as the Manager at the Corinthia Lodge and Alpine Haven, both in Montgomery and finally worked at Grampa Grunts also in Montgomery Center. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 42 of Enosburg Falls. Eloise enjoyed playing Bingo, but most of all she loved to play cards with her grandchildren.
Besides her husband she is survived by her three sons, Dennis Demar and his fiancée, Bonnie Stowe of Franklin, Allen Demar and his wife, Deborah of Enosburg Falls, and Gary Demar and his wife, Francef of San Leandro, Calif.; her grandchildren: Carol, Amy, Liza, Anna, Nathan, Kristina, Mitchell, Jessica and Sarah; her great-grandchildren: twins, Hannah and Kailee, Thomas, Lydia, Allison, Erica, Emily, Cassidy, Devyn, Joe Jr., Heather, Sierra and Lexis; one brother, Wilfred “Joe” Pollender of Burlington; one sister and her husband, Reba and David Ryea of Richford; former daughter-in-law, Becky Demar of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by three brothers: Frederick, Freeman, and Ernest Pollender; and six sisters: Glendora Birch, Louise Owens, Jessie Young, Hilda Chaplin, Ellareta Wetherby, and Gladys Lumbra.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon, Nov. 6, 2005, at 2 at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in St. Isidores Cemetery in Montgomery Center.
A time of visitation will be held Sunday at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the hour of the funeral.
For those who wish, contributions in her memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478; or to the Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls, Vt. 05450.
IVA MAY RUSHFORD
GEORGIA - Iva May Rushford, 95, a lifelong area resident, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2005, at Northwestern Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born in Belvidere on June 9, 1910, the daughter of the late Albert and Minnie (Eldred) Eldred. She was the widow of Jasper F. Rushford, who died on Nov. 4, 1984.
Iva was a member of the Georgia Plain Baptist Church and AARP.
Survivors include a son, Jasper F. Rushford Jr. and his wife, Ronelle of Georgia; two daughters, Joyce Greene and her husband, Roland of Craftsbury, and Jerrilyn Eldred and her husband, Chuck of St. Albans; a foster son, Frances Eldred of Morrisville; 15 grandchildren: Claire Kelly, Mae Hawkins, Jacqueline Marchant, Juliette Dorval, Jasper F. Rushford III, Deborah Clemons, Shelly Wright, Wendy Anderson, Nita Terwilliger, Timothy Greene, Heather Farrar, Kris Richards, William Richards, Francis Eldred Jr., and Ryan Eldred; 20 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband, Jasper, Iva was predeceased by three sisters: Stella Lawrence, Viola Bell, and Agnes Farrand; and a son-in-law, Thomas Richards.
A funeral service will held on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006, at 11 a.m. in the Georgia Plain Baptist Church with Pastor Charles Kuthe officiating. Interment will be in the family lot at Belvidere Center Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Friends may call on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main St., St. Albans.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorials to Georgia Plain Baptist Church, 2573 Plains Road, Milton, Vt. 05468.
JASON SCOTT DUPLANTIE
Jason Scott Duplantie of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Tupper Lake, N.Y., passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 15, 2005. He was born March 11, 1972.
Jason was the son of the late Lucien J. Duplantie. He is survived by his mother, Jennie M. Walter of St. Petersburg, Fla.; aunt Helen Church of St. Albans, Vt.; uncles, Roland, Homer, and Harry Bushey of Kansas; six sisters: Sandra J. Daudelin of Johnson, Vt., Peggy S. Price and her husband, Michael, Sheila M. Madsen and her husband, William, Lee Ann Zweeres and her husband, Mark, Roxanne E. Isbister, all of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Ann E. Hayden of Augusta, Kansas. He is also survived by nieces and nephews: Mathew Duplantie, Amanda Morgan, Anthony Kelley Jr. and his wife, Stefanne, Mark Kelley, Brittany Verricchia, Corey Duplantie and his fiancé, Penny Smith, Emma Yasui and her husband, Robert, Andrew Isbister Jr., Arianna Brull, Roland Newcombe Jr., Levi Newcombe, Dakota Newcombe and his very special niece, Margurite Madsen that he never got to see but helped his sister to adopt. Jason also has two great-nieces: Tamika Yasui and Jazzmine Duplantie, who was named after him; two great-nephews, Lucien J. Newcombe and Jaimen Lupien; and many cousins from both sides of his family too numerous to mention. Jason is also survived by two very special close friends that were very dear to his heart, Michael L. Silas and Dale Wilson. His family is very thankful they were a part of his life and could bring him some happiness. Lifelong friends Patricia Duffy, and Cristi Ayotte-McDonald; his karaoke buddies from the Boardwalk, Addie, Lisa, Loren, Norma, Michelle, and Dee, and so many others.
Jason was a lover of life and music who had an indomitable spirit. A performer at heart he performed in numerous musical productions throughout his life. With a voice that was simply amazing he astounded audiences when he began to sing. His compassion for his fellow man also made him offer his services as an entertainer to perform for any benefit if it could help others, he often helped to the point where he forgot about his own needs. His love of singing also manifested itself in his profession as a Karaoke DJ.
Through this profession he made many friends. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends as he touched the hearts of all who knew him. Jason will be especially missed by his mother. Not only were they mother and son, they were also the best of friends. Though we will never be able to hear his awesome voice we rest knowing that he is now singing with the angels. “In the arms of the angels may you find some comfort here.”
AUDREY G. KIDDER
MERIDEN, Conn. - Audrey G. Kidder, 80, of Cook Ave., wife of the late Ralph A. Kidder, died on Thursday December 15, 2005 at MidState Medical Center after a long illness.
Born in East Berkshire, Vt. on July 26, 1925, the daughter of the late Alpheus and Cora (Kennette) Fountain, she had resided in Meriden for the last 34 years. Mrs. Kidder was employed by Pratt & Whitney Company. She was a parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church.
She is survived by two daughters, Debra Sabins and Linda Barefoot, both of Meriden; three sons, Wayne Kidder of Dryden, Maine, Bruce Kidder and Michael Kidder both of Meriden; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert Fountain of Sussex, N.J.; also survived by several nieces, nephews; and a sister-in-law, Esther Perrin of St. Albans, Vt. She was predeceased by a son, James E. Kidder of Vermont; three sisters, Ida Grassette, Ellen Longley and Myrtle Wetherby, all of Vermont; four brothers, Richard Fountain, Bill Fountain and Allan Fountain all of Vermont, Max Fountain of New Jersey; and a granddaughter, Cheryl Kidder of Maine.
Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, at 9:15 a.m. from the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 East Main St., Meriden and at 10 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church. Burial was in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Visiting hours were held at the funeral home on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2005, from 4 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 538 Preston Ave., P.O. Box 1004, Meriden, Conn. 06450-1004; American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Dr., Wallingford, Conn. 06492; or American Lung Association of Conn., Inc., 45 Ash St., East Hartford, Conn. 06108-3272.
GRACE CORA (DEO) POQUETTE
ALBURGH - Grace Cora (Deo) Poquette, 78, a lifelong member of this community, passed to a New Life on Wednesday, Dec. 28, surrounded by her children. She was born in Alburgh on Sept. 10, 1927, the daughter of Alex and Martha (Aubin) Deo.
Grace had a keen mind and was interested in travel and history. She operated her own barbershop for over 30 years and was extremely fond of her customers, who became her friends. In her free time Grace enjoyed square dancing, snowmobiling, motorcycling, biking, and gardening, including the Korean Veterans Monument at the bridge.
Grace is survived by three children: Rosalind Clark and husband, Matt of Hampden, Mass., Garland and Patty Poquette of Sarasota, Fla., Katrina and husband, Phil Evringham of Bergen, N.Y. She was predeceased by her youngest son, Tracy in 1998.
She is survived by 11 grandchildren: Jocelyn, John, Holly, Angelique, Lyle, Laurette, Suzette, Chad, Courtney, Leah and Lindsey; and seven great-grandchildren: Jacquilyn, John, Peter, Thomas, Arianna, Ajayla, and Corey. Also survived by sister, Leona Bourgeois; sister-in-law, Lorraine Deyo; niece, Shelby Nugent; caregivers, Carol Cleland and Candy Bosley; and special cousins Beatrice, Henry and Jane.
Grace was very active with St. Amadeus Church, Bible Study Group and was a Third Order Franciscan as well as a CCD teacher. She participated in other Island Churches with her ecumenical vision. Her civic interests included the Historical Society, Library Book Club, American Legion Auxiliary, Islands in the Sun Senior Citizens, Chamber of Commerce and the Catholic Council of Women.
The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, Dec. 30, 2005, at 12 Noon from St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church, Main Street, Alburgh Village. Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE will be the celebrant and homilist. Interment will follow in the Poquette family lot in St. Amadeus Cemetery. Visitation will begin on Friday morning at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary of St. Amadeus Church when the family will be in attendance. Gifts in Grace’s memory may be made to C.I.D.E.R, P.O. Box 13, South Hero, Vt. 05486, or also in the from of Masses.
FRANCIS A. BEZIO
Funeral services for Francis A. Bezio, who passed away on Dec. 23, 2005, were held on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Heald Funeral Chapel with the Reverend Robert Bjerkaas, Pastor of the Trinity Presbyterian Church officiating. Music was by organist, Mary Jo Gillilan. Scripture Readings were by Francis’ granddaughter, Wendy Stous. Words of
remembrance were shared by his grandson, Shane Vincellette.
In attendance was representation from the Franklin County Home Health Agency, International Business Machines, Farrar Street neighbors and the Trinity Presbyterian Church family.
Prayers of committal and interment will be held next spring in the family lot in Greenwood Cemetery.
Assisting Francis’ family was the Heald funeral Home of St. Albans.
LORRAINE G. (MAILLOUX) HARGRAVES
SHELBURNE / FAIRFAX - Lorraine Gladys (Mailloux) Hargraves, age 83, passed away peacefully at Shelburne Bay Senior Living Community in the late evening of Monday, Dec. 5, 2005, with her loving son Robert G. Hargraves Jr. and daughter in-law Céline L. Hargraves by her side. She was born in Haverhill, Mass. on Sept. 19, 1922, the oldest of five children of the late Harold and Helen (Eithier) Mailloux.
At the age of 16, Lorraine had to have a diseased kidney removed. Lorraine married Robert Glen Hargraves Sr. from Merrimac, Mass. on Aug. 20, 1942, and gave birth to her son Robert G. Hargraves Jr. on Sept. 11, 1944.
Through her life, Lorraine’s love for others was demonstrated by her outgoing personality, which was enjoyed by all. Through the many trials in her life, Lorraine had trust and faith in the Lord and was thankful in everything; thus an inspiration to both family and friends.
A talented artist, Lorraine also mastered many crafts. She relentlessly worked at her husband’s side for the many years they owned and managed five businesses in North Hampton, N.H. After retirement, Lorraine and her husband Glenn enjoyed life between sunny Florida and their dream cottage on Mousam Lake in Maine.
Lorraine who was predeceased by her husband on Nov. 5, 1989, is and will be missed by many.
Left behind are one son, Robert G. Hargraves Jr. and wife, Céline of Fairfax; one brother, Gerald Mailloux of Haverhill, Mass.; two sisters: Adele Goudreault of Haverhill, Mass. and Pauline Mailloux of Plaistow, N.H.; two grandchildren: Shawn Hargraves of Knoxville, Tenn. and Marie Hargraves of Phoenix, Ariz.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also predeceased by her brother, Robert Mailloux.
There will be no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held at the Essex Alliance Church on Monday, Jan. 2, 2006, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Joe Moore officiating. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made in Lorraine’s memory to Fairfax Rescue Squad Inc., P.O. Box 228, Fairfax, Vt. 05454; or Visiting Nurse Association Home Care & Hospice Program, 1100 Prim Rd., Colchester, Vt. 05446.
Arrangements are by John D. Workman of A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax, Vt.
FRANCIS A. BEZIO
GEORGIA - Francis A. Bezio, 89, passed away Friday evening, Dec. 23, 2005, at the Northwestern Medical Center with his loving family at his side. He was born in Ticonderoga, N.Y. on Feb. 24, 1916, the son of the late Arthur and Myrtle (Morrow) Bezio. In Burlington, Vt. on Nov. 17, 1940, he married the former Catherine D. Hamlin, who predeceased him on Dec. 29, 2000.
For many years he was a line foreman for the R. J. Reynolds Company.
Survivors include his two daughters, Carlene Hadley of Georgia and Veronica Weber and her husband, William of St. Albans; one sister, Martha McGrath of Alplas, N.Y.; two brothers, Walter Bezio of Milton, and Edward Bezio of Waterbury; eight grandchildren: Carina Thompson, Melvin Prim, Philip Hadley, Wendy Stous, Vonnie Lamotte, Mark Weber, Sharon Bowes and Scott Weber; 13 great-grandchildren: Heather, Mandy, Amy, Andrew, Philip John, Jordan, Joshua, Shane, Samantha, Katie Catherine, Alex, Jesse and Michael, four great-great-grandchildren: Sonja, Raga, Gabrille and Zepha; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Catherine, Francis was predeceased by a sister, Geraldine Boniski.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Heald Funeral Chapel, 87 South Main St., St. Albans with the Pastor Robert Bjerkaas of the Trinity Presbyterian Church officiating. Francis’ family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be next spring in the family lot in Greenwood Cemetery.
