Arthur R. Taft

Arthur R. Taft, 59, died Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts.

He was born Sept. 23, 1957, in Springfield, the son of Clifford and Rena (Martin) Taft.

He graduated in 1975 from Springfield High School.

Mr. Taft was employed as a lineman and in electrical maintenance at substations for Central Vermont Public Service for many years. He built, owned and managed North Springfield Self Storage for many years.

He enjoyed snowmobiling and riding motorcycles.

Survivors include a brother, Martin Taft, of North Springfield, nephews, great-nephews and -nieces.

He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Nancy Sammel.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

The memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7, at the funeral home with the Rev. George Keeler, pastor of North Springfield Baptist Church, officiating.

Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery in North Springfield.

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John E. Thomas

John E. Thomas, 74, of Baltimore, died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, at Mount Ascutney Health Care Center in Windsor.

He was born May 11, 1943, in Springfield, the son of Elbridge and Anna (Shepard) Thomas.

He graduated in 1962 from Springfield High School.

Mr. Thomas spent his life working on the Thomas Family Dairy Farm in Baltimore where he also held various town offices over the years.

He enjoyed helping people, hunting, attending fairs and watching the draft horses and horse pulls.

Survivors include his daughter, Joan Whaley, of Baltimore, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his son, Robert Thomas, and brother, Shepard Thomas.

The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, where a calling hour will begin at 10 a.m. prior to the service officiated by the Rev. Jean O'Bresky.

A gathering will follow at the Thomas Family Farm in Baltimore.

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Gilbert F. Whittemore

Gilbert F. Whittemore, 67, died Sunday Aug. 27, 2017, of cancer, surrounded by family.

He was born May 17, 1950, in Boston, Massachusetts, the son of Gilbert and Dorothy (Novakoski) Whittemore.

He graduated in 1968 from Springfield High School; in 1972, summa cum laude, from Harvard University; in 1975, cum laude, from Harvard Law School; in 1976, with a master's degree and in 1986, a Ph.D., also from Harvard.

Mr. Whittemore taught at St. Paul's Choir School, Harvard University, Harvard Law School, MIT and Lesley College. He also worked at the law firm of Stalter & Kennedy, that merged with Rath, Young & Pignatelli and Gilbert, until his retirement in 2016.

He was a member of the ABA, American Precision Museum Board of Trustees, International Tennis Hall of Fame Museum Committee, Association for the Advancement of Science, The History of Science Society and the Society for the History of Technology.

He served as a staff attorney for Vermont League of Cities and Towns and, at the request of President Clinton, on the White House Advisory Committee on the Human Radiation Experiments.

Mr. Whittemore enjoyed gardening and volunteered at Springfield Humane Society.

Survivors include his mother and his wife, both of Perkinsville; six siblings, Jonathan, of Wrentham, Massachusetts, Scott, of Springfield, Jeff and Edward, both of Perkinsville, Camilla, of Rutland, April Case, of Watertown, Massachusetts; nieces, nephews, grandniece and grandnephew.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

The memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Springfield. The Rev. Peter Williams will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery in Springfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156.

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Darl G. Hill

A beloved husband, father, family man and friend, Darl Gene Hill was born Aug. 22, 1962 in Springfield, Vermont. Born to his parents Harry E. Hill, his father, and Doris Hill, his mother, who are both predeceased.

Darl was a native of Vermont, he loved the beauty the seasons brought to Vermont. Darl was a very hard working man, he worked his whole life, and his dream was to retire, and live out the rest of his days comfortably. Darl was last employed at Mac's Woodstock Market in Woodstock, Vermont. Previously, Darl worked for other companies like The Woodstock Inn, Vermont Soapstone, and The Springfield Fence Company.

Darl always helped people in their time of need, he was always tinkering and fixing things to keep busy. Darl was a man of his word and would give the shirt off his back and help you no matter who you were, stranger or not!

Darl was dedicated to his wife and loved her very much, Lisa Hill, survivor of Springfield, Vermont. Darl and Lisa were childhood sweethearts and crossed paths later on and got married on Feb. 14, 2004. They got married and honored their vows and each other. It was them against the world. They were outlaws, legends, and lovers of our time!

Darl was a dedicated father to his daughter Felicia Vezina, survivor of Springfield, Vermont, son-in-law Robert Vezina as well as Darl's son Jon Gassert Jr., both survivors of Springfield, Vermont. Darl had many brothers and sisters; Barry Hill of Rockingham, Vermont, Howard D. Hill, Roy A. Hill, and Harry E. Hill Jr., all survivors of Springfield, Vermont; Patsy Gannaway of McMinville, Oregon, Doris R. Kilburn and Ruby A. Hill, both survivors of Springfield, Vermont, and Darlene J. Cooper, survivor of Cornish, New Hampshire.

Two sisters Mabel Garrapy and Vivian Currier, and one brother George E. Hill predeceased their brother Darl.

Darl had two grandchildren, Daniel R. Vezina and Liam E. Vezina, both survivors of Springfield, Vermont. He had two great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and cousins. Darl loved the company of his family and friends. He loved his two Siberian huskies Jasmine and Sasha! He loved his motorcycle. Darl loved to laugh and have fun!

Darl fought the good fight! Darl spoke that God told him that God was coming to bring him home on his 55th birthday! Sadly this was true! Darl Gene Hill received his angel wings and was taken from us Aug. 22, 2017 at 6:35 a.m.

Visiting Hours will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Knight Funeral Home in Windsor, Vermont. A Celebration of Darl's life will be held the following day Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017 beginning at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post #25 on Court Street in Windsor. Condolences may be expressed to Darl's family in an online guestbook at www.knightfuneralhomes.com.

In memory of Darl to take care of his wife Lisa Hill, please make memorial contributions and donations to Lisa Hill, 54 South Street Apt#2 Springfield, VT 05156.

Darl Gene Hill will forever be loved and missed! Never forgotten! Gone too soon!

–Written by Darl's daughter ~Felicia Vezina~

 
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Wayne T. Griffin

Wayne T. Griffin 58, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday August 19, 2017 at his home in Windsor, Vt. He was born November 17, 1958 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Wayne E. and Patricia A. (Sullivan) Griffin. He attended Springfield Schools, graduating from Springfield High School class of 1976. After high school he completed the Co-op Machine Tool course in Springfield.

He was employed as a machinist at Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield, Cone Blanchard in Windsor for 18 years and most recently as a Tool Maker with Sturm Ruger and Co. in Newport, N.H.

Wayne was an avid hunter, he enjoyed cooking and was a great cook, He enjoyed snowmobiling and was an avid N.E. Patriots fan. He was also a member of the Precision Valley Fish & Game Association in Perkinsville, Vt.

He is survived by his mother Patricia Griffin of Springfield, son Eric Griffin of Reading, Vt. , daughters – Amanda Griffin of New York, N.Y. and Elizabeth Thurston of Lebanon, N.H. Sisters – Karen Johnston and Lisa Allen both of Springfield, Vt. Also by 3 grandsons and several nieces , nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father Wayne E. Griffin in 2014.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday August 25, 2017 at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vt. Reverend Gerry Piper will officiate. Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel on Friday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the Springfield Humane Society 401 Skitchewaug Trail Springfield, Vermont 05156.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield,Vermont.

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Norman R. Cyrs

A Funeral Mass for Norman R. Cyrs will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Springfield, Vermont. Burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery will immediately follow. There will be a reception to celebrate Norm’s life from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Nolin-Murray Center in Springfield, Vermont. In lieu of flowers, you may make a contribution in Norm’s memory to The Ascutney Trails Association or the Green Mountain Club.

Norman R. Cyrs died peacefully Friday, June 23, 2017, surrounded by his family, at the home of his daughter Katherine in Tigard, Oregon, where he had resided since 2014. Norm was born March 24, 1930, in Springfield, Vermont, the son of Bert E. and Christine (Longe) Cyrs. He graduated from Springfield High School in the Class of 1948.

Norm served in the Vermont National Guard at the rank of Master Sergeant. He worked at Jones and Lamson from 1951 until they closed in 1986 in various positions, including Engineering Checker and Manager of Engineering Standards.

Norm married Helen Ferguson in 1951, with whom he had four children: Steven B. Cyrs (Patricia) of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Robert N. Cyrs (Darlene) of Granger, Indiana; Katherine A. Ellis (John Riherd), Tigard, Oregon; and Patricia H. Dalpe (Keith) of Center Conway, New Hampshire. Norm and Helen were later divorced. Norm married Beverly Stowell in 1980. Beverly died in 1994. Norm married Helen Long in 1997. Helen died in 2012.

Norm was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, serving as lector for 46 years. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, Past Grand Knight and 4th Degree member.

Norm was an avid outdoorsman and hiker. He hiked Mt. Ascutney nearly 400 times. He hiked the Long Trail End-to-End in 1983 in 21 consecutive days. Norm was an active member and treasurer of the Crown Point Road Association for many years and was a Plus member of the Vermont 251 Club, having documented his visit to every town in the state.

Norm is survived by his children; five grandchildren, Scott and Karin Ellis, Jennifer Symonds, Michelle Kovacs (Paul), Shannon Poges and 2 great-grandchildren, Brooke McDonald and Julianna Kovacs.

Norm was predeceased by his parents and sister, Doris Wetherell.

A funeral mass at St. Mary’s in Springfield, Vermont and internment at St. Mary’s Cemetery will be held at a later date.

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My beloved Dad, Norm Cyrs passed away peacefully at my home in Oregon on June 23, 2017 where he had lived with my family for the past 2 1/2 years. My bother Steve and I were by his side when he died.

John, Karin and I are so grateful for the time that we had with him and being able to care for him in our home. We couldn't ask for more. My Dad was so kind, prayerful, cooperative and appreciative to the end. He was a blessing for us all.

We will be gathering in Springfield later this summer to return him to the place he loved. I took his hand and brought him to my home in Oregon and I will carry him home to Vermont.

I love you, Dad. Thank you for all you taught us and for your unconditional love.

Forever,
Your Kath

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Daniel P. Gray

Daniel Patrick Gray, 69, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday evening, Aug. 15, 2017, at Mt. Ascutney Health Center in Windsor, surrounded by his family. He was born July 24, 1948, in Miami, Florida, the son of Patrick and Mary (Donahue) Gray. He graduated from All Hallows High School in New York City, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in finance from Fordham University.

Daniel was a commodity trader/broker with Prudential-Bache and Dean Witter Reynolds.

As a young boy, he was a child model in New York City.

He served as an altar boy at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. He served as chairman on the Springfield, Vermont School Board and was very community-minded. He also was a landlord in Springfield, Vermont.

He is survived by his wife, Diane Lynn Gray; son Daniel P. Gray and his wife Maria, daughter Kelly Maureen Gray Hosey and her husband Neil, son James Colon; grandchildren Connor Gray, Grace Hosey and Mary Kate Hosey; and his siblings, William, Kevin and Kathleen Gray.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Springfield, Vermont.

Friends may call prior to the Mass from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Saturday at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Doris M. Gillette

Doris M. Gillette 97, of Clifton Park, N.Y., formerly of Springfield, Vermont died on Monday evening August 14, 2017 at Schuyler Ridge Residential Health Care in Clifton Park, New York. She was the wife of the late Earl Gillette. She was born in Worcester, Massachusetts the daughter of Aldo and Catherine (Barrett) Cederlund. She attended schools and graduated High School in Worcester, and graduated from Becker College in 1939.

On January 29, 1942 she married Earl H. Gillette in Worcester, MA. He predeceased her in 1991.

Doris moved to Springfield, Vt. in 1946 where she resided for many years and was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Altar Society and the Catholic Daughters of America.

She is survived by a son, Fred Gillette and his wife Janet of Dayville, Ct., a daughter Joan Giannetti and her husband Darryl of Clifton Park, N.Y. , a son James Gillette and his wife Pilar Montes of Bowling Green, Fl. 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, a sister Lillian Carroll of Worcester, MA. and nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday August 24, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Springfield, Vt. Reverend Peter Williams will officiate. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery in Springfield.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel on Thursday morning from 10:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington, D.C. 20090-6011 or at alz.org.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vt.

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Everett C. Thurston Sr.

Everett C. Thurston Sr. of Windsor died peacefully in his sleep Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017. Born Nov. 5, 1923, in Roxbury, Vermont, he was predeceased by his second wife, Becky Derosier Thurston; his brothers, Carlton and Theron; and his parents, Clarence and Glenna Thurston (Martin) of Roxbury, Vermont.

He is survived by his sons, Everett C. Thurston Jr. of Roxbury, Vermont and Gary Thurston of Belgrade, Montana; his daughters, Glenna Thurston of Bellows Falls and Laurie O’Connor (Kenneth) of Chester; and a stepson, Gary Derosier (Gail) of Weathersfield; nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Joyce Oliver of Ohio and Louise Stein (Richard) of Connecticut; a brother, Mervin Thurston of Arizona; and sister-in-law Phebe Thurston of Connecticut; and many nieces and nephews.

Everett was a farmer, carpenter, part-time manager of Park Street Bowl, a newspaper and tire deliveryman over the years and retired from Lovejoy Tool Company in the early 1980s. He loved bowling and bingo and his favorite “job” was calling bingo.

As a member of the Loyal Order Moose Lodges in Springfield, Vermont, he served as governor and he was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He lived in Randolph,Weathersfield and Springfield before moving to the Historic Homes of Runnemede in Windsor.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 4, at Davis Memorial Chapel, 99 Summer St., in Springfield. Reverend Gerry Piper will officiate, followed by the interment of his ashes at St. Mary's Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Moose Hall, 39 South St., in Springfield, after the services.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Everett's name may be made to Loyal Order of Moose Lodges Charity Organization.

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David W. Austin

David W. Austin, 78, of Bellows Falls, died Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2017.

He was born April 12, 1939, in Meadville, Pennsylvania and lived in Bellows Falls. He worked at Lovejoy Tools in Springfield, Vermont and Dunnings in North Walpole.

He was a lifetime member of Bellows Falls Moose Lodge #527.

He was predeceased by his brother, James Austin.

He is survived by his brother, Harry Austin of New York; his daughters, Barbara Tyrrell and her husband Keith Tyrrell Sr., of Bellows Falls and Sherry Libby and her husband Leland Libby; his stepsons, John Doane and his wife Darlene Doane of Johnson, Vermont and Tom Doane of Texas; his ex-wife, Shirley Greene of Bellows Falls; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

There will be a remembrance for David Austin from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, at the Moose Lodge, #527, 59 Westminster St., in Bellows Falls.

Services will be private, at the convenience of the family.

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Martin T. Ovitt

Martin T. Ovitt, 54, of Springfield, died Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, at the Lahey Hospital in Burlington, Massachusetts.

He was born May 5, 1963, in Windsor, the son of Lawrence Ovitt and Roxanna (Allen) Pierce.

He was a graduate of Springfield High School.

Mr. Ovitt worked as a painter for the R&R Painting Co. in Springfield and later, for Preferred Building Systems in Claremont, New Hampshire.

He enjoyed fishing and target shooting.

Survivors include a daughter, Anastasia Ovitt; a granddaughter; seven siblings, Jeff, Kevin, Patrick, Kurt, Richard, Cynthia, Kathryn; and his mother.

The celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Blanche K. Shepard

Blanche K. Shepard, 93, died peacefully at her home in Springfield on Friday evening Aug.11, 2017.

She attended school in Chester, Vt. and spent her entire life in the Chester and Springfield communities making a good home for her family and a giving person to many. She enjoyed knitting and quilting, making a number of mittens for her grandchildren, other school children, and later donating to the rehab center. She also stayed involved with helping as a bookkeeper for more than one family business.

Blanche is survived by her seven sons: Arthur Westney of Bellows Falls, Vt., Walter Westney of Newton, Kan., Eugene Westney of Bridgewater, Vt., Eldred Westney of Charlestown, N.H., Charles Westney of Charlestown, N.H. Everett Westney of Springfield, Vt., Robert Westney of Perkinsville, Vt., daughter – Barbara Emery of Proctorsville, Vt., stepson – Harry K. Shepard, Jr. of Springfield, Vt., five stepdaughters, June McKenzie of San Bernardino, Calif., Ann Creaser of Barton, Vt., Caroline Shepard of North Pomfret, Vt., Lee Wetherby of Charlestown, N.H., Hope Shaver of Fort Wayne, Idaho, brother – Clarence Cook of Chester, Vt., many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins, her best friend Gloria Barrows and many caregivers especially Madelyn and Amy.

She is pre deceased by her husband Harry K. Shepard, two sisters: Ellen Wright and Lena Allen, two brothers: Allen Cook and Floyd Cook, and her first husband Louis Westney.

Visiting hours will be on Wednesday evening Aug. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Davis Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Thursday Aug.17 at 11:00 a.m. at the Davis Chapel.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vermont.

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Caroline G. Aiken

Caroline Gierko Aiken, 96, died Monday, Aug. 7, 2017.

She was born Nov. 12, 1920, in Springfield, the daughter of Frank and Helen Gierko.

After attending Bay Path College, she worked at Springfield Local Telephone Co. for 20 years.

Mrs. Aiken was a communicant at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Springfield.

She volunteered at Springfield voting polls and at Springfield Hospital visiting patients.

She enjoyed playing cribbage and held her pilot's license.

Survivors include her three children Judy Robinson, David and Howard Aiken, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Aiken was predeceased by her husband, Howard George "Bunny" Aiken, who died in a plane crash in 1959; and her sisters Adeline Benson, Jenny Kane and Amelia Obuchowski. The memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Pleasant Street, Springfield. A reception will follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Adult Day Program, 266 River St., Springfield, VT 05156, www.Springfieldhospital.org/adult-day-program. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Aune L. Conant

Aune L. (Lepisto) Conant has passed away at age 99.

Aune was born in Boston to Antti and Emma Lepisto. The family moved to Marlborough, New Hampshire when she was two years old, and she grew up there on a farm. Her father died when she was nine, making it necessary for her mother to seek employment out of town, and for the three children to take care of themselves. Mother Emma came home on weekends to bring food and supplies. All three children were good students, walking several miles to school daily.

Upon graduation, both Aune’s brothers attended college and graduated with honors. Aune chose to leave high school and go to work. She returned after two years and also graduated with honors. In the interim, she met a college student, David Conant and they were married after he graduated.

Dave found employment at Fellows Gear Shaper in Springfield, Vermont, and the couple settled in Charlestown. After their first child, a daughter, was born, they purchased a home on Dell Street, and eventually had three sons.

Aune was known for her wonderful baking skills, as many of her childrens’ friends can attest. She was a member of several womens’ organizations and had many friends. She was a talented seamstress. Later in life she taught herself to paint in oils and watercolors. She learned to make beautiful cut and pierced lampshades. She and Dave collected antique bottles and were often to be seen digging in old cellar holes around the area. They joined the Keene bottle club and named a room in their house “The Glass Menagerie” and opened it to visits from school children.

What Aune was best known for was “caring." Her house was almost always occupied by extended family who needed care for a variety of reasons: elderly parents and relatives, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, and children of friends. She and Dave made room for all.

Aune is survived by her daughter Betsey Clark of Lebanon, Maine, two sons, David Conant and his wife Aminta of Barnet, Vermont, Brian Conant and his wife Irma of Charlestown and her daughter-in-law Connie Conant of Charlestown. She was predeceased by her husband David P. Conant and son Roger Conant of Charlestown. She will be missed by her grandchildren: Andrea, Sonia, Laura, Christopher, Amy, Hilary, Matthew, Snow, Caitlyn, Aminta, and Aubrey, her great-grandchildren Douglas, Jesse, Eli, Sophie, Lars, Calvin Camille, Maneesh and a great-great-grandson, Finley.

A celebration of Aune’s life is planned for Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at St Luke’s Episcopal Church in Charlestown.

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Harold E. Harris

Harold E. Harris 88, of Walpole, N.H., passed away on Tuesday evening August 1, 2017 at the Keene Center in Keene, New Hampshire. He was born December 24, 1928 in Grafton, Vt. the son of Harold R. and Mildred (Clogston) Harris.

He married Beverly Young in Weathersfield, Vt. They enjoyed 60 + years together before her passing in 2012.

Harold worked at Valley Farms and for many years he was employed with Boggy Meadow Farm in Walpole, N.H.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing and vegetable gardening. He loved trips to York Beach, Maine, enjoyed feeding the birds and loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by 1 son Dennis Harris of Hinsdale, N.H. , 1 daughter Dianne Fontaine of Rutland, Vt. 1 sister Mary Vittum of North Walpole, N.H. 3 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Also by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by 2 brothers – Willis and Henry and 2 sisters – Josephine and Gertrude.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Sunday August 6, 2017 at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vt. Friends may call at the Chapel from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Reverend Mark Harris will officiate.

Burial will follow in the Bow Cemetery in Weathersfield, Vt.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the Walpole Ambulance Service 278 Main St. Walpole, NH 03608.

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