George D. Frechette
Oct 26, 2026
George Delphis Frechette, 92, of Rutland, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at Mountain View Center in Rutland.
He was born on February 16, 1934, the son of Delphis and Bernadette (Rousseau) Frechette.
“The more you learn, the more you earn.” Arguably George's most well-known saying among his family and friends, these were words of advice he often shared with others...
John Palucci
Oct 25, 2026
John Palucci, 84, of Rutland, passed away peacefully at the Mountain View Center where he had resided since November 1st, 2021.
He was born in Rutland, VT, to Mary Belock Palucci and John Louis Palucci. He graduated from Mt. St. Joseph Academy in 1960, and served in the U.S. Navy from which he was honorably discharged.
Upon his return to Rutland, he...
Mary "Sandy" LaSante
Oct 25, 2026
Mary Sandra LaSante, "Sandy", 85, of Rutland, passed away at her home on October 25, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1941, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the daughter of Huey and Mary (Greenwald) Charlton. She was predeceased by her parents and brothers H Ronald Charlton and Richard Charlton.
On May 1, 1961, Sandy married the love of her life, Bruce LaSante,...
Irene Crossmon
Oct 23, 2026
Irene (Pawlusiak) Crossmon, 81, of Rutland, Vermont, peacefully passed away on October 23, 2026. She was born in Rutland, VT, on February 22, 1945, to Stephen and Pauline (Pomykala) Pawlusiak.
She graduated from Mount Saint Joseph, class of 1962. Throughout her career, Irene worked as a secretary at Rutland Regional Medical Center, for the US government, and for John Hanson.
Irene enjoyed...
Mary C. Smith
Oct 20, 2026
Mary Catherine Smith, 85, of Rutland, passed away at her home on October 20th, 2026. She was born in Rutland, VT, on January 2nd, 1941, to Thomas and Loretta (nee Kennedy) Mulhern.
Mary lived her entire life in Vermont. Above all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, and being with Dylan, Brendan, Jake, and Molly brought her great joy. The...
Margaret Duffy Nadeau
Oct 12, 2026
Margaret Elaine Marie Duffy Nadeau passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, after a brief illness, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and a community whose lives were made brighter by her kindness, generosity, faith, and caring spirit.
Margaret was born on August 7, 1942, in Proctor, Vermont to Joseph Patrick Duffy, Sr. and Anna Churchill Duffy while they...
June M. Zambon
Oct 11, 2026
RUTLAND — June M. Zambon, 88, passed away on October 11, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 19, 1937, in Washington, D.C. Daughter of Margaret L. (Hammond) Burke. June was a graduate of Mount Saint Joseph Academy. She enjoyed a long and rewarding career in real estate.
June's greatest joy was her family, especially her beloved husband,...
Patrick W. Farley
Oct 9, 2026
Patrick Warren Farley, 67, passed away on October 9, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vermont, in the presence of family. Born in Flemington, New Jersey, Patrick eventually found his home in Rutland, Vermont, where he spent many years building his career, forming lasting friendships, and raising his family.
Patrick’s love for Vermont began in his early adulthood...
Shirley Billings
Oct 6, 2026
Shirley W. Billings, 88, of White River Junction (WRJ), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative & Hospice Care in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
She was born on September 26, 1938, in Chicopee, Massachusetts, the daughter of Clifford and Elizabeth (Rehberger) Wheeler. Mrs. Billings was employed at the Gill Odd Fellows Home in Ludlow,...
Patrick Higgins
Oct 2, 2026
Patrick C. Higgins, 78, died Friday October 2, 2026 at Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, NY after a long illness.
He was born October 22, 1947 in Rutland, the son of Charles and Leona (Holcomb) Higgins.
Pat was a graduate of West Rutland High School, class of 1965. He married Deborah Coffin June 24, 1974 in Schenectady, NY.
Pat was employed as...
Henry Walter Poczobut
Sep 27, 2026
Henry W. Poczobut, 81, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away on September 27, 2026.
He was born in Rutland, Vermont, on November 1, 1944, the son of Steve and Helen (Pryzbylo) Poczobut.
Raised in West Rutland, Henry graduated from Norwich University and spent most of his career with Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in Connecticut. He lived much of his life in Vernon, Connecticut,...
Jane Meerwarth Jepson
Sep 25, 2026
On September 25th, 2026 Jane Meerwarth Jepson embarked on the next step of her journey. The daughter of Fremont and Nora Andrew Meerwarth, Jane was born on February 28th, 1934 and raised with strong farm family values and beliefs. Hard work was never a challenge for her as she shared her wisdom as wife, mother, educator and church leader. Those...
Donald Quirk
Sep 15, 2026
Donald P. Quirk, 81, of Rutland Town passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center on September 15, 2026. Donald was born in Rutland Town on December 3, 1944, the son of Philip and Catherine (Jaworski) Quirk.
Donald was a graduate of Rutland High School and New Hampshire Tech. He also served in the Vermont National Guard. Donald...
Betsi Williams
Sep 15, 2026
RUTLAND — Betsi Jane Williams, 63, of Rutland, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on September 15, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on October 8, 1962, in Rutland, the daughter of Phyllis Williams and Bernard Orcutt.
Betsi was a 1981 graduate of Poultney High School. Her greatest joy in life was...
James Francis Pawlusiak
Sep 7, 2026
The family of James F. Pawlusiak, 52, is saddened to announce his passing on September 7, 2026, at his home in Ira, VT. Jim was born February 21, 1974, to Francis Pawlusiak and Frances Grabowski. He graduated from West Rutland High School and the College of St. Joseph.
Jim was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting here in Vermont as a...
Norbert Rafter Jr.
Sep 1, 2026
CWO 5(Ret) Norbert J Rafter Jr - US Army retired.
Rutland -
Norbert J Rafter Jr., Died peacefully due to Pancreatic Cancer on September 1, 2026 with his wife of 27 years, Patricia Casey-Rafter by his side.
Norbert was born August 31, 1947 in Niagara Falls, New York, the oldest son to Norbert J Rafter and Helen Gienis. His early childhood was spent...
Robert K. Scott III
Aug 31, 2026
Robert K. "Robbie" Scott, III, age 66, died on August 31, 2026 at Mountain View Center in Rutland, VT. He was born in Rutland on April 30, 1960 to Robert K. Scott, Jr. and Patricia A. (Joyce) Scott. Robbie attended Rutland High School and was awarded a GED and then a diploma, to make his mother proud. He was employed...
Brian Greenfield
Aug 14, 2026
Brian Greenfield of Rutland, Vermont passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2026 at the age of 55.
Born on June 14, 1971 in Rutland, Vermont, his lifelong home, Brian was a cherished partner, father, son, sibling, friend, musician and teacher to many. He will be remembered for his passionate teaching career, amazing sense of humor, and presence in multiple music communities....
Daniel Parker Sr.
Aug 11, 2026
Daniel S. Parker Sr., 52, of Rutland, Vermont, passed away on August 11, 2026, at Rutland Regional Medical Center after a long battle with liver disease.
He was born on June 21, 1974, in Rutland, Vermont, to Cynthia and Robert Parker Sr.
Dan is survived by his six children: Christopher (Anisa), Daniel Jr, Dakota (Audrianna), Dawson (Arielle), Dominick and Anabella. He also...
Edward Gilman
Aug 9, 2026
West Rutland – Edward Francis Gilman
Edward Francis Gilman 72, died August 9, 2026. The lord has taken one of the infamous “Stratton Road Gang”
He was born October 24, 1953 in Rutland the son of Francis and Margaret (Chamberland) Gilman.
Edwards’s first job was at Hubbard’s Farm while in high school, and Rutland Auto where he met Warren Pease who asked his...
