Obituary Listing

Dec 18, 2021

Our beautiful Mother and Grandmother Barbara F. Rizziere, 78, joined our Father on December 18, 2021. She passed peacefully at home with her family by her side. She spent her last two weeks enjoying her Christmas decorations and visiting with her many family and friends.  She was so full of life it was hard to believe how sick she...

Dec 16, 2021

Norma Keefe Dikeman, 83, of Rutland died on December 16, 2021.

She was born in Rutland, November 5, 1938, the daughter of Leo and Bernice (Shelvey) Keefe.

Norma graduated Valedictorian of Rutland High School’s Class of 1956. She was married on July 28, 1962 to Robert J. Dikeman.

Norma spent her life devoted...

Dec 13, 2021

David Anthony Liscinsky, 55, of Laurel, Maryland died Monday, December 13, 2021 at his residence following a courageous six year battle with bladder cancer.

David was born August 11, 1966 in Rutland, Vermont, the third of five children to Robert and Diana (Valente) Liscinsky. David was a devoted father, devout Catholic, and was committed to family. He attended, Christ...

Dec 10, 2021

George W. Hall, 74, died December 10, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Phoenix, AZ October 24, 1947, son of George W. and Mildred (Crockett) Hall.

George was a graduate of Haverhill Academy in Haverhill, NH.

Mr. Hall was a US Marine Corps and VT Army National Guard Veteran.  He served...

Dec 9, 2021

Mary B. Sullivan, aged 92, a caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on December 9, 2021. Mary lived a long and miraculous life in Rutland, Vermont. She grew up on Adams St., graduated from Rutland High School, Class of 1947, and after graduation worked at...

Dec 8, 2021

Dora “Dorrie” Eitapence of Castleton Vt passed away 12/08/2021 at Rutland Regional Medical Center. She was born in Springfield, VT to Dale and Virginia (Morris) Pike.

She was a graduate of Black River High School. Dorrie resided in Newport, NH and Rutland, VT area for most of her life. She was currently employed at Jiffy Mart in...

Dec 7, 2021

Pamela D. Carrara, 56, died Dec. 7, 2021 at her home.

She was born in Rutland, April 9, 1965, daughter of Donato L. and Rita (Hansen) Carrara.

Pam was a graduate of Mill River Union High School. She lived and attended college in Florida where she studied cosmetology and Real Estate Agent Classes.

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Dec 7, 2021

Rutland

Howard C. “Pappy” Papineau, 87, died December 7, 2021 at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Rutland, March 1, 1934, the son of Arthur G. and Marion M. (Hyland) Papineau.

Howard was a graduate of Rutland High School.

He was a coffee salesman for LaTourain Coffee and Green...

Dec 5, 2021

George T. Boretos, 93 a former Rutland resident, died December 5th, 2021 at UVM Medical Center in South Burlington.

He  was born in Rutland, February 2, 1928, the son of Thomas and Maize (Dibble) Boretos.

George was drafted in his senior year in high school and proudly served his country in the...

Dec 3, 2021

Rudolph “Shaun” Marinaro, 61, died December 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Ridgewood, NJ, November 22, 1960, the son of Rudolph and Shirley (Merrill) Marinaro.

Shaun was a graduate of the County College in Morris, NJ and received an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science.

He was a former Netcong, NJ...

Dec 3, 2021

William L. Lawson, 65, of Rutland, died on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, at his residence.

He was a history buff and world renowned in the “Wargamer” community where he was considered not only a formidable opponent, but also as an advocate and mentor for new gamers.

He was a valued member of the lift operations...

Nov 30, 2021

David W. Gilman, 77, died Nov. 30, 2021 at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

He was born on August 7, 1944, in Lawrence, MA, the son of Frederick W. “Bill” and Louise (Brown) Gilman.

David was a 1962 graduate of Rutland High School.

He was a US Army Vietnam War Veteran.

He...

Nov 23, 2021

Joseph P. Moore Jr. 77, died November 23, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Westport, CT, October 3, 1944, son of Joseph P. and Maureen (Baird) Moore Sr.

Joseph received a Masters degree from Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD

Joseph was a tax professional at H & R Block...

Nov 18, 2021

Michael J. Hermann

There will be a lot more laughter in heaven now that Mike Hermann has arrived. He was a gentle, generous soul who embarked on his heavenly journey with his loving wife Deb by his side.

Michael, 72, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2021 at Brookdale Fillmore Pond in Bennington.

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Nov 8, 2021

Kenneth L. “Ken” Maltese, of Rutland, age 84, passed away peacefully, with his wife by his side on November 8, 2021, after a long illness.

Born November 26, 1936 in Glendale, NY he was the son of Anthony Maltese and Wilheminia Brandt Maltese.

He and his family moved to Stamford, VT in 1949. He graduated...

Oct 25, 2021

David F. Orzell, 67 died October 25, 2021 at Rutland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

David was born in Rutland, June 14, 1954, the son of Frank and Bernice (Kempisti) Orzell. David graduted from West Rutland High school in 1972.

David worked at General Electric for 31 years, retiring in 2009.

Oct 24, 2021

Mitchell A. Ferguson, 62, died October 24, 2021 at Rutland Regional Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Columbus, OH, January 27, 1959, the son of Frederick R. and Marilyn J. (Sherwin) Ferguson.

He married Hollie Earle, his wife and companion of 34 years.

Mitchell worked in varying...

Oct 24, 2021

Charlotte M. Fredette, 88, died October 24, 2021 at The Pines in Rutland.

She was born in Rutland, April 30, 1933, the daughter of Salon A. and Lottie L. (Whitney) Todriff.

Charlotte married Edward Fredette in 1981. He died in 2008.

She worked for Howard Johnsons for 15 years, Nanny for 10 years,...

Oct 24, 2021

Jack L. “Jake” Roberts, 80, died October 24, 2021 at the University of Vermont Medical Center.

He was born in Burlington, August 23, 1941, the son of Raymond C. and Mae (Vochev) Roberts.

Jack was a graduate of Burlington High School.

He worked at the Bardwell Hotel, Middlebury Inn, Woodstock Inn, The Pines...

Oct 22, 2021

Dennis V. Sheridan, 71, died October 22, 2021 at Mountain View Center in Rutland.

He was born in Rockville Center, NY, February 15, 1950, the son of Thomas and Irma (Goodlin) Sheridan.

Dennis was the owner and operator of Flower Fashions in Rutland for many years.  He was a Region 1 Director of FTD, where...