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PAUL JOSEPH PAQUETTE
ALBURGH - The Liturgy of Christian Burial was concelebrated Wednesday, June 28, 2006, at 1 p.m. from St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church. The pastor, Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE was the celebrant and homilist. Other concelebrating priests were Father John J. Meagher, SSE pastor of The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Swanton and St. Louis Roman Catholic Church, Highgate Center and Father Marcel R. Rainville, SSE from the Office of Campus Ministry at St. Michael's College. The Reverend Mr. Alan Vincelette assisted as Deacon of the Altar and Mrs. Constance Boutin served as Minister of the Altar. Music was provided by soloists, Maurice Gauthier, Louis Raiche and Carla and Brian Langlois accompanied by organist, Carol Pellerin.
The White Funeral Pall was draped over Paul's casket by his daughter, Sharon Bockus and husband, Dan and son, Richard Paquette and wife, Bonnie. The crucifix was then placed by grandson, Brian Paquette. Readings from The Old and New Testament were proclaimed by niece, Kim and John Chesarek. The Offertory Gifts were presented by brother, Phillip Paquette and sisters, Marion Lauzon, Lorraine Soule, Donalda Paquette and Gertrude Poquette. A guard of honor was formed by members of the American Legion, Creller-Landon Post 60, Alburgh.
Among the many delegations in attendance were representatives from the Vermont Senate and House of Representatives, Franklin County Industrial Corporation, The United Way, Franklin County Business and Professional Women's Organization, Vermont Precision Tools, Medtronic Purchasing Supply Team, The Anspach Effort, Hero's Welcome, Visiting Nurses Association, Alburgh Town and Village Offices, North Hero Town Offices, Alburgh Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue, Grand Isle County Court, Care Connection, Island in the Sun Senior Citizens, Green Mountain Tours, St. Albans Chamber of Commerce, Swanton Chamber of Commerce, Chittenden Bank, Peoples Trust, Cross Roads Mobile, Christopher Advertising, Warren Fournier Home Improvement Center, Wood and Kidder, Inc., IBM, Northwestern Medical Center, Alburgh Public Library, Champlain Country Club, Americorps, St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, Vermont Department of Economic Opportunity, Island Realty and Office of Attorney George Spear.
Interment followed in the Paquette family lot in St. Amadeus Cemetery with Father Boucher assisted by Fathers Meagher and Rainville reading the committal prayers. The bearers were grandson, Robbie Calderwood; and nephews, Bernard Holbrook, David Eisenman, Ron Pelchat, Alton James and Rodney James.
Full Military Honors were accorded the deceased by members of the Vermont Air National Guard, Honor Guard Team. Officer in Charge was Major Melvin Terry. Members of the Firing Party were SMS Peterson, MSG Chlowea, SSG Evans and SSG Masterson. Bugler, TSG Bushey sounded Taps. The American flag, which draped the World War II and United Stats Army Veterans casket, was folded by SMS Peterson and presented to Paul's children Sharon Bockus and Richard Paquette by Major Terry.
On Wednesday evening the Alburgh American Legion conducted a prayer service in the funeral home led by Commander, Neil Christopher and Chaplain, Eulcie Gaudette. Following The Prayers of Committal and Military Services a Bereavement Luncheon was served for family and friends at the Alburgh American legion hosted by the Auxiliary.
THERESA M. BOULET PELISSIER
KINGSEY FALLS, QUEBEC - Theresa Boulet Pelissier went to be with the Lord on June 26, 2006, after her battle of failing health due to diabetes. She was born in Kingsey Falls, Quebec on Feb. 22, 1923, daughter of the late Phillip and Helene' Dummochel Boulet.
Theresa was an incredibly strong woman who devoted her life to the Lord, her predeceased husband, Laurent Antonio Pelissier, and her children. She had an unconditional love and will be missed by all.
Theresa is survived by her six children, Jocelyne Teague, her son Rene Pelissier and his companion, Judy Currier, Diane Williams and her husband, Robert, Pete Pelissier and his wife, Dorcas, Sue Pelissier and her life long companion, Daniel Cyr, and Louse Luneau; her grandchildren, Michelle, Rene, Anthony, Ryan, and Amy Pelissier, Ann and Monique Teague, Eric, Jason, and Sarah Cyr, Lisa, Scott, and Kevin Williams, Lindsey Smith, and Reid Luneau; her great-grandchildren; a sister, Jacqueline Couture; a brother, Paul Boulet and his wife, Jeannine; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; husband Laurent; four children, Evonne, Dennis, Nicole and Phillip; and her five brothers, Gerald, Bertrand, Andre' Jacques, and Claude Boulet.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, June 30, 2006, at 11 a.m. in St. Aime Church de Falls in Kingsey Falls, Quebec. There will be no visiting hours.
Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 77 Hegeman Ave, Colchester, Vt. 05446.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home and Commemorative Services and the Residences Funeraires Frechette & Desrochers of Asbestos, Quebec.
FRANCIS L. HALL
WESTFORD - Francis L. Hall, 85 of Woods Hollow Road, died Monday evening, June 26, 2006, in the presence of his loving family in the Fletcher Allen Health Care Facility in Burlington.
Francis was born March 10, 1921, in Johnson, the son of the late E. Chester and Eva M. Macomber Hall.
He graduated from Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax with the Class of 1939. On June 26, 1940, he married Bertha Phelps of Westford. The two of them had various jobs until 1952 when they purchased their own farm in Westford. Married for 57 years they raised their family of six children, who survive them. Beverly Hall of Westford, Lois Jerome and her husband, Clark of Fletcher, Alice Giroux and her husband, Bob of Westford, Raymond Hall and his wife, Bonnie of Westford, James Hall and his wife, Claire of Milton and Frank Hall and his wife, Julie of Fletcher. Francis also leaves 22 grandchildren, Malcolm, Michael, Mark, Christopher, Clarke, Bobby, Shaun, Tracy, Marie, Michelle, Robby, Jeremy, Alissa, Ben, Ryan, Sam, Kianna, Kylee, Timeka, Amanda, Casey and Doug. He also leaves his 14 great-grandchildren, all of whom he thought the world of. Francis is also survived by his sister, Emily Packard of Essex Center.
In his retirement years he was a member of the Northeast Fiddlers Association and the Champlain Valley Fiddlers Club. He enjoyed going to farm auctions and visiting with neighbors and friends. He had a real love of life and family. Most of all he enjoyed attending family gatherings. He loved seeing his entire family doing things together and staying close. There will be a huge emptiness in our hearts without him. He is so sadly missed and will be forever loved by his family.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Bertha Phelps Hall on Dec. 25, 1997; his brother, Walt Hall; his sister, Barbara Rogers; and a very special grandson, Kenny Jerome.
Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at 11 a.m. in the United Church of Westford. Burial will follow in the East Cemetery in Williston.
Contributions may be made to the Educational Fund being established for his great-granddaughter, Kaitlin Jerome, in care of Alice Giroux, 80 Rollin Irish Road, Westford, Vt. 05494.
Visiting Hours will be held today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home, Route 7 in Milton.
IVY BERTHA (WEBB) OVITT
FAIRFAX - A largely attended celebration of the life of Ivy Bertha (Webb) Ovitt was held on Monday, June 26, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. in the United Church of Fairfax with the Reverend Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Organist Lorraine Wood offered several favorite family selections including 'Ave Maria' and 'Grand Ole Flag' and accompanied congregational singing of special hymns including 'In The Garden' and 'How Great Thou Art.'
Loving memories were shared with all attending by family and friends. Representatives were present from various organizations including Fairfax Friendly Neighbors Senior Citizens, Owls Club of St. Albans, United Church of Fairfax and Eastern Stars.
Interment followed in the family lot in Fairfax Plains Cemetery with Reverend Griffin offering committal prayers. A generous reception followed at the church sponsored by the Ladies of The United Church.
Bearers were grandsons, Samuel Ovitt, Robert Ovitt Jr., David Danyow Jr., Christopher Danyow, Eric Ovitt, Seth Ovitt; and great-grandsons, Joshua Jordan and Kyle Ovitt.
Arrangements were by John D. Workman of A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.
CLINTON S. PAQUETTE
SWANTON - Graveside Services and Interment were held Tuesday, June 27, 2006, at 11 a.m. from the Paquette family lot in Riverside Cemetery. Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE pastor of St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church, Alburgh and St. Joseph's Mission, Isle La Motte officiated.
A large guard of honor was formed by members of the American Legion, Green Mountain Post 1, St. Albans. Among the other delegations in attendance were representatives from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Charles DaPrato Post 778, Swanton, Vermont State Office of Economic Opportunity, Ray's Extruder Die Service, Mary S. Babcock and Swanton Elementary Schools, United States Department of Homeland Security, and Fletcher Allen Health Care.
Full Military Honors were accorded the deceased by members of the Vermont Army National Guard, Joint Forces Headquarters, Military Honors Detail. Officer in Charge was MSG Edward Daudelin. Members of the Firing Party were SFC Patricia Lavery, SSG Marty Branch, SGT Michael Dunham, SPC Darrel McClay, SPC Michael Audette, PFC Kyle Pelletier and PFC Timothy Graves. SPC Allen Moore sounded Taps. The American flag honoring the United States Army and World War II Veteran was presented to Clint's wife, Mrs. Juliette Paquette by MSG Edward Daudelin.
Following The Prayers of Committal and Military Services a Bereavement Luncheon was served for family and friends at the Paquette home on Olive Street hosted by the family.
WILLIAM LEO HOUGLIN
ISLE LA MOTTE - Mr. William Leo Houglin, 64, a resident of the Isle La Motte community for the past 11 years, died early Sunday evening, June 25, 2006, in his home on the North Point Road.
Born in Louisville, Ky. on Feb. 8, 1942, he was the son of the late William Leo Sr. and Lilly Beatrice (Barnett) Houglin. He attended schools in Louisville and on June 16, 1962, was married to the former Grace L. Smith, who survives him.
Leo served in the United States Air Force retiring in 1980 after 21 years of service. He then became associated for 20 years with Lockeed-Martin and more recently was employed with Silhouette Tone of St. Albans and as custodian of the Isle La Motte Elementary School until illness forced him to retire. He was a member of the Alburgh Union Bible Church. Leo will be remembered as an avid bowler and enjoyed the challenges of golf. He also loved being outdoors especially doing anything and everything outside around his house.
Besides his wife Gracie of 44 years, he leaves his loving daughter, Terrie Lynn Romaine and husband, John of Valdosta, Ga.; two sons, Jeffery Leo Houglin, stationed with the United States Army at Fort Riley in Manhattan, Kansas, and Kenneth Ray Houglin of Isle La Motte; seven grandchildren, Kevin Scott Houglin, Alexis Jacquelyn Quinones, Teal Elizabeth Martin, Christian Alan Houglin, Zachary Wayne Houglin, Marissa Nicole Romaine and Savannah Leigh Romaine; a sister, Nana Jean Mitchell and husband, Jeff of New Albany, Ind.; and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Smith of Isla Morada, Fla.; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Leo was predeceased by an infant son, Kevin Wayne Houglin in 1965; a sister, Sandra K. Houglin; and two brothers, Donald Ray Houglin and Gary Paul Houglin.
The Funeral Service followed by Full Military Honors will be held Friday, June 30, 2006, at 11 a.m. from the Union Bible Church, Main Street, Alburgh Village. The Reverend Doctor John C. Kehoe will officiate. Relatives and friends may call at the Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
KIARA ROSE McRAE
Funeral services for Kiara Rose McRae, who passed away on June 19, 2006, were held on Thursday, June 22, 2006, in the Heald Funeral Chapel with Pastor Gary Cooper, Associate Pastor of Church of the Rock, officiating. Several persons in attendance offered memories of Kiara.
Casket Bearers were Kiara's father, Samuel McRae; and her grandfathers, Gordon McRae, and John Morrie.
Interment followed in the McRae family lot at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Pastor Cooper conducting a committal service. Following this, a reception was held for family and friends at Church of the Rock.
The Heald Funeral Home of St. Albans assisted the family with arrangements.
MARIE C. LUMBRA
Funeral services for Marie C. Lumbra, who passed away on June 19, 2006, were held on Friday, June 23, 2006, in the Heald Funeral Chapel with the Reverend Charles Kuthe, Pastor of the Georgia Plain Baptist Church, officiating. A special poem, 'Eternal Friendship, ' was read by Cheryl Jewett. Special music, 'Amazing Grace, ' was sung by Karl Klein.
In attendance was representation from the Richford Lions Club, Northwest Counseling and Support Services, St. Albans Cemetery Association, the Office of Robert M. Zelazo, MD and Franklin County Surgical Associates.
Urn Ark Bearers were Marie's grandchildren, Erik Fortin, Erika Fortin, Tim Harbin, John Fortin, Lindsey Shepard, Kaitlin Shepard, Kristen Begnoche and Chelsea Tessier.
Following Prayers of Committal by Pastor Kuthe, interment took place in the Lumbra family lot in the St. Albans Bay Cemetery. A luncheon followed at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall hosted by Marie's family. Assisting Marie's family was the Heald Funeral Home of St. Albans.
IVY B. (WEBB) OVITT
FAIRFAX - Ivy Bertha (Webb) Ovitt, age 85, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 22, 2006. She was born in Harbourne, England on Aug. 7, 1920, daughter of the late Samuel and Bertha (Brookes) Webb.
Ivy married Orman Ovitt on Nov. 3, 1940, in Fairfax. She built her life with Orman in Fairfax and spent 65 wonderful years caring for her beloved family celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary Nov. 3, 2005. They loved getting together on Friday nights with Art and Margaret Webb, sharing dinner and laughter at the Country Pantry followed by a good game of Uno. They enjoyed playing Bongo with good friends, Fred and Marion Schibi, and never missed a good game of '500.' She loved collecting and sharing beautiful things.
Ivy was an excellent seamstress and quilter as a member of the Fairfax-Georgia quilters. One year Ivy compassionately made a pillow quilt for every family member. She was a dedicated member of the Eastern Star, Ladies of the United Church of Fairfax and Fairfax Senior Citizens. Grandma always looked forward to the family gathering at their home for Sunday dinners and special occasions. Ivy had an unconditional love for everyone and will be greatly missed by all of those who loved her.
She is survived by her husband, Orman Ovitt of Fairfax; her two sons, Robert Ovitt Sr. of Fairfax and former daughter-in-law, Gloria Ovitt l Ledoux, Richard Ovitt and his wife, Marcia of Essex Junction; three daughters, Barbara Sargent and her husband, Thomas of Georgia, Beverly Danyow and her husband, David Sr. of St. Albans Bay, JoAnne Godin and her husband, James of Jeffersonville; one brother, J. Douglas Webb of Fairfax; one sister, Frena Phillips and her husband, William of Westford; four sister-in-laws, Barbara MacKay, Marion Webb, Arlene Brown and Alice Marcotte; 14 grandchildren, Samuel Ovitt, Carol Jordan, Robert Ovitt Jr., Joan Sweet, Deborah Woodward, Melissa Minor, David Danyow Jr., Christopher Danyow, Heather Godin, Cheryl LaClair, Marie Godin, Eric Ovitt, Seth Ovitt and Michelle Ovitt; 16 great-grandchildren, Kyle, Kody, Kole, Kaitlin, Jessica, Joshua, Brittany, Danielle, Jacob, Jarrett, Julia, Mary Grace, Jordan, Loudon, Genevieve and Bradly. She was also predeceased by her daughter, Sandra Jean; brother, S. William Webb; brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles & Dorothea Wright, William Brown, John MacKay, Derrell Ovitt and Nellie Webb.
Visiting hours were held on Sunday, June 25, 2006, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the A. W. Rich Funeral Home l Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services were held today (June 26, 2006) at 10:30 a.m. at the United Church of Fairfax with Reverend Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial was to follow in the family lot in Fairfax Plains Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in Ivy's name may be made to the United Church of Fairfax c/o Sally Sweet, Treas., 44 Sweet-Slattery Rd., East Fairfield, Vt. 05448.
Arrangements are by John D. Workman, A. W. Rich Funeral Home l Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St. Fairfax, Vt. 05454.
PAUL J. PAQUETTE
ALBURGH CENTER - Paul J. Paquette, 78, a lifelong resident of Alburgh Center, passed away Saturday evening, June 24, 2006, at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans City after a long struggle of failing health due to diabetes.
Born on Sept. 11, 1927, in Alburgh, he was the son of the late Stanley and Almira (LaValley) Paquette. Paul attended Alburgh High School.
Paul faithfully served his country during World War II in the United States Army and was part of the European Theater. Following his discharge he married his long time friend and sweetheart, Kathryn Audrey James on Sept. 9, 1950, in Alburgh. He was very active in the community, 20 years on the Alburgh Selectboard, Grand Isle County Civil Board, Justice of the Peace and held numerous offices in American Legion, Creller-Landon Post 60 in Alburgh, where he was a lifetime member. Paul worked for the Rutland Rail Road, Citizens Utilities Co., P.J. Medor, Inc. (formerly S. J. Campbell) and after many years retired from Vermont Precision Tools. Paul loved his family and will be sadly missed by all who knew and/or worked with him.
He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, George Paquette; sisters, Sister Margaret Paquette, Pauline Paquette, Shirley Paquette; and granddaughter, Denise.
In addition to his wife, Kathryn of 55 years, he leaves one daughter, Sharon Bockus and her husband, Dan; one son, Richard Paquette and his wife, Bonnie, all of Alburgh; two grandchildren, Robbie Calderwood and his wife, Thomasina of Swanton and Brian Paquette of Grand Isle, and a great-grandson, Brandon Calderwood of Swanton; five sisters, Marion Lauzon of Swanton, Lorraine Soule of New Hampshire, Gertrude Poquette of Connecticut, Donalda Paquette and longtime companion, Carl of Connecticut, Anita Robinson of New Jersey; one brother, Philip Paquette and his wife, Lenia of Connecticut; as well as many nieces, nephews and very close friends.
The family would like to give special thanks to caregivers Judy Rollins, Lynn Martin, Lisa Conger and Mary McDermott of Care Connection. Doctor Ned Shulman, Dr. Mara Vijups and the Intensive Care Nurses for the wonderful care provided to their father.
The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, at the St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church, Main Street, Alburgh Village. Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE, will be the celebrant and homilist. Relatives and friends may call at the Kidder Memorial Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2006. Interment will follow in the Paquette Family lot in St. Amadeus Cemetery.
Gifts in Paul's memory may be made to the Alburgh Fire Department and Rescue, 4 Fire House Rd. Alburgh, Vt. 05440; or to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Office, 77 Hegeman Drive, Colchester, Vt. 05446.
CLINTON S. PAQUETTE
SWANTON VILLAGE - Clinton S. Paquette, 86, a lifelong area resident, died at his Olive Street residence on Thursday afternoon, June 22, 2006, surrounded by his family.
Born in St. Albans on June 2, 1920, he was the son of the late Alexander Roger and Sarah Matilda (Zweeres) Paquette. On May 24, 1947, he was married to the former Juliette Garceau, who survives him. He was associated with Ayerst Laboratories in Rouses Point for many years. Clint enjoyed seasonal camping with family and friends.
Clint faithfully served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He was involved in seven campaigns including the bombing of Pearl Harbor. He was a member of the American Legion, Green Mountain Post 1 St. Albans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Charles DaPrato Post 778 Swanton.
In addition to his wife Juliette of 59 years of Swanton, he leaves three daughters, Sue Beck and husband, Fred and Gale Hoague and husband, Charles all of Swanton, and Cathy Paquette and fiancÚ, Hibbard Doe of Richford; three sons, Allen Paquette and wife, Joyce of Deland, Fla. and Michael and Brian Paquette, both of St. Albans; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; four sisters, Doris Pelican, Lorraine Root, Catherine Quebec and Charlotte Gratton; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents he was also predeceased by four brothers, Hubert, Robert, Clifford and Alexander Jr. Paquette.
Graveside Services and Interment will take place on Tuesday, June 27, 2006, at 11 a.m. from the Paquette family lot in Riverside Cemetery. Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE, will officiate. At the family's request there will be no public calling hours.
Gifts in Clint's memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency l Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans 05478.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton.
