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Anne E. Bates

Anne E. Bates

Nov 9, 2024

RUTLAND                 Anne E. (Gilligan) Bates, 89, of Rutland, VT died peacefully Saturday November 9, 2024, at The Pines in Rutland VT.

Anne was born on November 30, 1934, the youngest child of John and Anna (Harrison) Gilligan.

She was a 1952 graduate of Mount Saint Joseph Academy in Rutland, VT. She was the light of...

Richard Fredette

Richard Fredette

Nov 5, 2024

RUTLAND  Richard Fredette of Cranston, RI, dedicated and loving husband and father, passed away Tuesday evening November 5, 2024 at the age of 68. He died surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. Richard was born on April 11, 1956 in New York, NY, to William and Barbara (nee Fredette) Mackey. He discovered an interest in...

John G. Miller

John G. Miller

Oct 29, 2024

John G. Miller RUTLAND — With sadness, we announce the passing of Dr. John G. Miller, on October 29th, at the age of 96, in Rutland, Vermont. John was a quiet man. Never one who sought to have the last word – in fact, he was a man of few words – but what a deep listener. That was...

Richard R White

Richard R White

Oct 25, 2024

Obituary for Richard R. White, Sr.

NORTH CLARENDON. Richard R. White, Sr. (Dick) of North Clarendon, Vermont passed from this life on Friday, October 25, 2024 at his home with members of his family by his side.  He was born in Rutland, Vermont on October 24, 1930 the son of Russell and Eileen (Carlson) White.  He was...

Barbara C. Hastings

Barbara C. Hastings

Oct 25, 2024

PROCTOR                  Barbara C. Hastings., 83, of Proctor, VT, died on October 25, 2024 peacefully in her home.

Barb was born on May 13, 1941 in Gardner, MA, the daughter of Arthur and Esther (Johnson) Carll.

She graduated from Springfield College in 1963 with a bachelor’s degree in physical education. Soon after, in 1964, Barb married...

Stewart Allen Schmidt

Stewart Allen Schmidt

Oct 24, 2024

Stewart Allen Schmidt, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on Chapman Road in Proctorsville, on October 24th, surrounded by family. Born September 15, 1936, in Springfield, VT, Stew—affectionately known as "Bupa" by his grandchildren—was born two months premature, weighing under five pounds. As family lore tells, he spent his first weeks...

Gloria Duchscherer

Gloria Duchscherer

Oct 23, 2024

WALLINGFORD, Vt. -  Gloria “Glo” Duchscherer, 71, of Wallingford, died on October 23, 2024 at the Foley Cancer Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center after a long illness.

She was born on October 19, 1953 to Madelyn Crouch and Robert Wisell and was raised in the family by her aunt, Marie Ryan. A graduate of Rutland High...

Gladys Dora Digangi

Gladys Dora Digangi

Oct 21, 2024

Gladys Dora DiGangi passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 21, 2024 in Chapel Hill, NC at the age of 97.  She was born in Rutland, VT on February 11, 1927, daughter of Amelia (Rossi) and Rizieri Bolgioni.  She attended Rutland Public Schools and graduated from Mt. St. Joseph Academy, class of 1944.  She then...

Patricia Taylor-Jones

Patricia Taylor-Jones

Oct 21, 2024

Patricia (McLaren) Taylor-Jones, 73, passed away on October 21, 2024 at home with her family by her side.

Patricia was born on August 25, 1951 in Great Barrington, MA, the daughter of John D. and Barbara (Garrow) McLaren Sr. Patricia worked at Carris Reels for many years and then at Family Tree Access Center until her retirement....

Douglas Kapitan

Douglas Kapitan

Oct 21, 2024

RUTLAND Douglas Kapitan, 68, died on October 21, 2024, in his home. Douglas was born on May 22, 1956, the son of Andrew J. and Beverly A. (Jones) Kapitan. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Clifford Funeral Home.

Susan Ann Chabot

Susan Ann Chabot

Oct 20, 2024

RUTLAND                 Susan Ann (Keefe) Chabot, 66, of Rutland, VT, died on October 20, 2024 in her home with family by her side.

Susan was born on February 12, 1958 in Rutland, VT, the daughter of Ronald and Joan (Harte) Keefe.

She attended school at Rutland High School and graduated with the class of 1976

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Kathryn Ellen King

Kathryn Ellen King

Oct 20, 2024

RUTLAND TOWN Kathryn Ellen King, 58, of Rutland, VT, died on October 20, 2024. Kathryn was born on November 8, 1965 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of John and Judith (Wolfe) King.

Her true passion was helping others, and she spent many years dedicated to the mental health field as a substance abuse counselor to those in...

Jennie Sydorowich

Jennie Sydorowich

Oct 19, 2024

Ludlow Vt (formerly Little Neck, Queens NY)

January 1 1931 – October 19 2024

In the early hours of October 19th Jennie passed peacefully in her sleep while residing at the Gill Odd Fellows Home in Ludlow.

Jennie really enjoyed living at the Gill Home. The staff enjoyed her quick wit and her...

Bernard H. Doty Jr.

Bernard H. Doty Jr.

Oct 19, 2024

Bernard H. Doty Jr., 80, of North Clarendon, VT died on October 19, 2024 at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

Bernard was born on May 9, 1944 in Rutland, VT, the son of Bernard H. Doty Sr. and Arlene (Harper) Denno.

He attended Rutland Highschool, class of 1962. He owned his own business as a carpet...

Yolanda M. Lavalley

Yolanda M. Lavalley

Oct 18, 2024

Yolanda M (Santoro) LaValley , 98, of Rutland, VT died on October 18, 2024

Yolanda was born on March 1, 1926 in Proctor, VT, the daughter of Joseph and Rosina (Barletta) Santoro. She was one of five siblings, Anthony, Ralph, Carmen, and Leonora. After graduating from Proctor High School she devoted her time to the family business...

Shirley G. Lafley

Shirley G. Lafley

Oct 17, 2024

Shirley G. (Grover) Lafley, 84, of Rutland, VT died on October 17, 2024 in her home at The Maples after a long illness.

Shirley was born on July 30, 1940 in Bennington, VT, the daughter of Albert and Bertha (Slason) Grover. She attended school in Arlington, VT. She was a member of St. Peter’s Church. She worked...

Richard Norris

Richard Norris

Oct 9, 2024

CASTLETON Richard (Dick) Norris passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024, with his loving children, Annette Norris, Karen Norris McNamara, Daniel Norris, and granddaughter, Kaylee Rose Shum by his side. Along with his three children, Richard had six grandchildren, Nikolas Nesci, Alexa Preston, Emily McNamara, Morgan Norris, Derek McNamara & Kaylee Shum. He also had three great grandchildren and...

Helen Mortenson

Helen Mortenson

Oct 8, 2024

Helen Mortenson, a treasured soul, and beloved matriarch of her family, peacefully passed away on October 8, 2024. Born on October 4, 1936, Helen left an indelible impression on all those fortunate enough to know her.

Deeply loved by her family, Helen was the supportive wife of Dan Mortenson, who predeceased her in April of 2020. The...

Minnie A. Arthur

Minnie A. Arthur

Oct 5, 2024

Minnie A. (Gilmore) Arthur, 88, of North Shrewsbury, died on October 5, 2024 at the University of Vermont Medical Center.

Minnie was born on April 17, 1936 in Tinmouth, VT, the daughter of Earl and Reeta (Wideawake) Gilmore. Minnie attended Wallingford Highschool. She was a member of the Shrewsbury Snowbirds. She worked alongside her husband, Gary Arthur,...

Russell Chicione

Russell Chicione

Oct 5, 2024

Russell “Russ, Rusty, Dad, Pops, Popa” Chicione, born on July 4th, 1951, passed away peacefully and courageously in the loving arms of his wife, Dee, on October 5th, 2024. He was surrounded by the family he chose (Dee, Amy, Chrissy, Jeff, James, Jeanna, Jon, Katie, Jillian, Colton, John, Sandy, Heather, Angie, Jen, GJ, Brent, Brittany, Bethany) whom he loved...

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