Richard H. Blake
Aug 9, 2026
EAST MONTPELIER - Richard H. “Dick” Blake, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin, Vermont.
Born on April 11, 1931, in Tunbridge, Vermont, to Ernest and Olive (Densmore) Blake, Dick lived a long and meaningful life filled with hard work, dedication, friendship, and love for his family and community.
Dick was involved in...
Clement M. Perreault
Aug 6, 2026
BARRE – Clement M. Perreault, 93, a longtime resident of Beckley Hill, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Born on March 13, 1933, in Lambton, Quebec, he was the son of Elzear and Rose (Picard) Perreault. He attended school in a one-room schoolhouse in Lambton.
On October 1, 1960, Clement married his...
Joanne Wood
Jul 30, 2026
Joanne L. Wood- (NORTHFIELD/BARRE), age 79, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at Barre Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center after a long illness.
Joanne was born on September 22, 1946, to Glendon and Virginia Barnett. She spent her early years growing up in a large family in Cabot, attending elementary and secondary school there, later moving to Barre during her...
Mary Jean Calcagni
Jul 30, 2026
BARRE - Mary Jean Calcagni passed away last Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the age of 92. Even in the final hours of her life, she had a remarkable ability to gather people around her so they could swap stories, jokes, and, of course, ‘the gossip’.
A Barre native, Mary Jean was born in the city on the coldest day of...
Francis Frederick Kidder
Jul 20, 2026
ORANGE- Francis Frederick Kidder, lovingly known as Fred, 73, of George Street passed away on July 20, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on September 19, 1952, in Morrisville, Fred was the cherished son of Lucius & Pearl (Guyette) Kidder, both of whom predeceased him, along with his beloved wife, Rose Kidder (Dupont), whom he...
Arnold L. Martin
Jul 18, 2026
Arnold Lee Martin, 90, passed away at Central Vermont Medical Center on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Born during a snowstorm in Cabot, Vermont on February 19, 1936 to Glenn Martin and Alice Goodell, Arnold was the youngest of six children, and the last surviving sibling.
He spent his childhood living on family farms across Washington County, where he developed a lifelong...
Linda S. Morse
Jul 18, 2026
BARRE- Linda S. Morse, 83, a resident of the Lincoln House, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, with family at her side.
Born May 20, 1943, in Springfield, she was the daughter of Charles and Mildred (Hart) Shatney. The family relocated to Barre, and Linda attended elementary school in Websterville before graduating from Spaulding High School. She continued her...
Scott R. Mears
Jul 17, 2026
BARRE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Scott R. Mears, 66, who passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by his five children and loved ones. Scott was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, partner, uncle, and friend whose larger-than-life personality, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering love for his family left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him.
Born...
Hilda Mae Lanpher
Jul 14, 2026
NORTHFIELD – Hilda Mae Lanpher, 89, a longtime Barre resident, passed away peacefully at Mayo Healthcare in Northfield on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Born on August 7, 1936, in Groton, Hilda was the daughter of Harvey and Albertine (Boomhower) Dean. She was raised in Groton, where she graduated from Groton High School. Following graduation, she worked in food service and as...
Robert L. Colombo
Jul 13, 2026
HENDERSONVILLE, NC - Robert L. Colombo, formerly of Barre, born on August 23, 1940, in Washington, Vermont, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, in Hendersonville, North Carolina at the age of 85. He initially retired to South Carolina before later settling in Etowah, North Carolina.
Robert led a distinguished life in Barre, Vermont, as the owner and operator of Colombo...
Cynthia Hooker
Jul 3, 2026
BERLIN-Cynthia Carol Coxon Hooker (76) of Barre, VT, passed away on July 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.
Cynthia was born in Barre, VT to Raymond and Irma Coxon and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1967, Miami-Dade Junior College in 1969, and Lyndon State College in 1971.
She taught physical education and...
Monique G. Cartier
Jul 2, 2026
Monique G. Cartier, 81, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, in Barre, Vermont, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on February 11, 1945, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Monique was the daughter of Arthur and Cecile (Bisson) Cote. She grew up in Barre, Vermont, and graduated from St. Marion's.
In her early years, Monique worked as a nurse's aide before...
Michael Coletti
Jun 21, 2026
BARRE — Michael Coletti passed from this world into God's hands on Sunday, June 21, 2026, after a short illness. He was born on July 15, 1943, in Barre, Vermont, the second son of Edward and Gertrude Coletti.
Following his graduation from Spaulding High School in 1961, Mike moved to Boston, where he spent many years working for Johnson Paint. He...
Johan F. Naess
Jun 21, 2026
ST. JOHNSBURY — Johan F. Naess, 88, of Barnet, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Northern Vermont Regional Hospital.
Born on January 27, 1938, to Olaf and Marian (Stoddard) Naess in Rutland, Vermont, he graduated from Black River High School, Ottawa University, and earned a Master’s degree from Boston College. He also proudly served in the Army National Guard.
On...
Kelly Anderson
Jun 17, 2026
JOHNSON- Kelly Anderson, 47, known for her spirited independence, resilience in the face of adversity, and her unwavering tendency to let her heart lead the way with a side of sass, was unable to overcome a severe autoimmune attack that none of us saw coming.
Kelly fiercely loved her family and those lucky enough to call her a true friend. She...
Carol P. Day
Jun 11, 2026
Carol P. Day
BARRE - Carol P. Day passed away surrounded by family after a brief illness on Thursday, June 11, 2026, just before her 90th birthday.
Carol Ann Parker was born on June 22, 1936, in Melrose, MA, the firstborn daughter of Carl M. Parker and Ethel Margeson Parker. Carl owned a Boston wholesale butter, egg and poultry business in Faneuil...
Journi Ann Parker LeClair
Jun 11, 2026
Journi Ann Parker LeClair
WILLIAMSTOWN — Journi Ann Parker LeClair, 26, of Williamstown, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Berlin, Vermont.
Born on July 25, 1999, in Berlin, Vermont, Journi was the daughter of Edgar S. Magoon III and Jami LeClair. She attended Barre Town Elementary School and graduated from Williamstown High School. Following high school, she attended Green...
Andria Gemma Rossi
Jun 10, 2026
MERRIMACK, NH - In the early hours of Wednesday, June 10, 2026, our beloved daughter and sister – Andria Gemma Rossi “Drea” peacefully passed away with her family by her side.
Born November 22, 1981 in Barre, she was the daughter of Giovanna Pucci and Douglas Rossi. She attended Barre Town Elementary and Middle School and graduated from Spaulding High School...
Randall "Randy" Sweet
Jun 9, 2026
WILLIAMSTOWN- Randall "Randy" Sweet, 60, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on June 9, 2026. He was born to Donald Sweet and Gloria (Jarvis) Caton on September 14, 1965, in Barre, VT. Randy was a longtime resident of Williamstown and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather whose greatest...
Marcel J. Dutil
Jun 6, 2026
MARSHFIELD-Marcel J. Dutil, 84, a longtime resident of Bunker Hill Circle, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
The son of Antonio and Paula (Charpentier) Dutil, Marcel was born at his family home in East Montpelier on November 5, 1941. He attended grammar school at St. Monica’s Catholic School in Barre.
Even after moving from...
