Ronald E. Tuttle

Ronald Edward Tuttle, 70, was met at the gates of heaven on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, by his beloved dog, Jethro. He was born on Sept. 15, 1948, in Rockingham, the son of Albert and Bertha (Hitchcock) Tuttle.

Mr. Tuttle grew up in the Grafton and Springfield area, graduating from Springfield High School in 1966.

He served in the Army during the Vietnam War.

He was married to Marla LaRose on May 25, 2002, at the First Baptist Church of Rutland.

Mr. Tuttle had been employed by the Luzenac Co. in Ludlow (now Imerys) for 28 years until his retirement in 2004.

He loved the state of Vermont and enjoyed traveling and stopping at art festivals. He enjoyed playing pool and riding his motorcycle. Ron was an avid sports fan following his beloved Raiders for over 35 years. He reveled in their golden years and suffered through all the not so good years.

Mr. Tuttle attended the First Baptist Church of Rutland and was a former member of the Masons in Wallingford.

Survivors include his wife, Marla Tuttle, of Rutland; three children Brea Tuttle and fiancé Sean Keeley, Kasey Tuttle, Seth Tuttle and wife Kristin, all of Rutland; two grandsons Koryn and Josh; a brother, Donald Tuttle and wife Charlotte, of Rutland Town; a sister, Brenda Holland and husband Carl, of Landon, NH; several nephews and nieces, including Sherrill Black, of Rutland.

Ron will always be missed by the Patterson family. Our gatherings will never be the same. Ron always supplied the laughter and the fun.

Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, at the Aldous Funeral Home, 44 North Main St., Rutland. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, at the First Baptist Church of Rutland. A reception will be held at the Loyal Order of Moose following the service; please feel free to stop in. Burial will be at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Our deepest thank you for all your prayers for Ron throughout his illness. He is now at peace in heaven. God bless Ron for all the blessings he gave us. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Rutland (flower fund), 81 Center St., or to the Rutland Regional Medical Center (Day Room), 99 Allen St., Rutland, VT 05701

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Joyce Jefts

Joyce Jefts, 93, of Springfield, died Monday, Dec. 24, 2018, at home. She was born May 5, 1925, in Jamaica, Vermont, the daughter of Merton and Mildred (Marden) Perry.

She graduated from Leland & Gray High School in Townshend. On Jan. 7, 1956, she married Robert Jefts in Jamaica.

Mrs. Jefts worked at Townshend Furniture building chairs and was employed as a medical secretary in the office of Dr. Smith in Springfield for many years.

She was a member of First Congregational Church in Springfield. She enjoyed walking, cross-country skiing, swimming and riding her bicycle.

Survivors include her daughter, Melanie Childs, of Springfield, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Jefts was predeceased by her husband, Robert; son, Gary Jefts; and brother, Bud Perry.

The graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, May 5, 2019, in Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, with the Rev. Christine Boardman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Paul H. Ferguson

Paul H. Ferguson 75, passed away unexpectedly on Monday Morning December 24, 2018 at the Springfield Hospital in Springfield, Vermont. He was born March 17, 1943 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Henry Lawrence and Viola Lillian (Bingham) Ferguson. He attended Springfield Schools, and received his GED in 2001 at the age of 58.

He served in the United States Navy.

On February 4, 1967 He married Susan A. Norris at St. Mary’s Church in Springfield, this February 4th would have been their 52nd wedding anniversary.

He was employed as a Parts Inspector with the Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield for over 20 years. He also worked as a Carpenter and Diesel Mechanic over the years.

He enjoyed Maple Sugaring, making root beer, hard cider and wine. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, woodworking, camping and restoring old tractors and cars.

He is survived by his wife Susan of Springfield, daughter Nora Carnevale and her husband Bob of Duanesburg, NY, Son Mark Ferguson and wife Lisa of Springfield, daughter Heidi McFadden and her husband Mike of Charlestown, NH. Brother Keith Ferguson of Springfield, Sister Carol Fitch of Weathersfield, Seven grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents, and one sister Joan LaClaire.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday December 29, 2018 at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Reverend Jerry Kilyk will officiate. Friends may call at the Chapel on Saturday morning one hour prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Burial with military honors will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery in Springfield, Vt. in the Spring.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the Make a Wish Foundation at Make-A-Wish America, Gift Processing 1702 East Highland Ave., Suite 400 Phoenix, AZ 85016, or on line at www.wish.org/

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

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Richard H. Lillie

Richard H. ”Dick” Lillie, 96, of Charlestown, passed away at his home on Monday December 24, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born in Springfield, Vermont, the son of Richard and Rowena (Hutchinson) Lillie. He attended Bellows Falls High School and served in the United States Army during WW II from 1942 to 1946.

On August 16, 1947 he married Beverlye Perkins at Calvary Baptist Church in Springfield, Vermont. Beverlye predeceased him on September 22, 2015.

Richard was employed as a Foreman in Shipping and Receiving with Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield for 35 years, and retired in 1983. He also worked as a carpenter in the area for many years. Richard was a talented builder who worked on many area homes and proudly and generously helped his children with the construction of their homes. He was a stone mason as well; in addition to building the chimneys on two of his sons’ homes, he crafted stone patios for co-workers at Bryant and some of the stone work on the retaining walls along Bridge Street and at the intersection of Bridge and Summer Streets in Springfield, VT.

In 1960 Richard and Bev purchased a home on Wilmuth Drive in Springfield, which they lovingly refurbished and made their family home until 1986, when they moved to Charlestown, NH. After retirement, Richard and Bev wintered in Florida for 11 years.

Richard was an active member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Springfield, serving as Deacon, Trustee, and Scout Master for the Church-sponsored Scout Troop. He was also a Charter Member of the Bryant Credit Union (One Credit Union).

Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and country music. He was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan, and enjoyed tinkering around the house. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be remembered as a kind and generous father who shared his wit, wisdom, and knowledge, and with Beverlye, taught their family timeless values.

Richard is survived by his daughter Sharon (Michael) Corbett of Lantana, FL; four sons: David (Patricia) of West Lebanon, NH, Kevin (Gerri) of E. Hartland, CT, Neil (Claire) of Grantham, NH, and Arnold (Alison) of Springfield, VT; a sister, Linda Rothlisberg of Prescott, AZ; sisters-in-law Betty Perkins of N. Springfield, VT, and Shirley Waldo of Chester, VT; 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Richard was predeceased by his parents, brother Roger Lillie, and sister June Tarbox.

Contributions may be made in Richard’s memory to the Visiting Nurse & Hospice Association, P.O. Box 881 Brattleboro, VT, 05302, or to the Sullivan County Meals on Wheels Program, 67 Maple Ave, Claremont, NH, 03743.

A memorial service will be held at the Calvary Baptist Church in Springfield, VT, on Saturday, January 5, at 2:00 p.m.

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, VT is assisting with arrangements.

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Linda M. Dawson

Linda Marie (Wharton) Dawson of South Burlington, Vermont died on Dec. 19, 2018 following a brief illness.

She was born on June 18, 1951 in Plainfield, Connecticut, the daughter of Clyde and Vivian (Dalley) Wharton. She was a graduate of Avon High School, class of 1969. On Sept. 16, 1972, she was married to Lionel R. Dawson. Linda loved to sing and was a member of several bands in high school and her early 20s. She also enjoyed horseback riding, gardening and cross-country skiing and made beautiful drawings. Linda will be remembered as a successful business owner in Springfield, Vermont for many years with her husband Lionel and as a friendly face at the Vermont National Bank, first as a teller and later as a loan officer.

Linda is survived by her daughter Kate (Dawson) Webster and her husband James, grandchildren Natalie and Patrick Webster, sisters-in-law Liza Dawson and Heidi Levin Dawson, brother-in-law John Dawson and many nieces and nephews.

Linda was predeceased by her husband Lionel in 2001, mother and father Vivian V (Dalley) Wharton in 2003 and Clyde E Wharton Sr. in 2018, siblings Ruth Ann (Wharton) Phillips in 2008, and Clyde E. Wharton Jr. (Bill) in 2016, brother-in-law Richard D. Dawson in 2001, mother-in-law Anne C. (Incorvati) Dawson in 2017, and father-in-law John D. Dawson Sr. in 198.

At Linda’s request, there will be no memorial service. Her daughter Kate and extended family welcome your fond memories.

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Peewee Richard Rockwell

Peewee Richard (Volney) Rockwell PERU - Peewee Richard (Volney) Rockwell of Peru Vermont died on December 19, 2018 at the Springfield Health and Rehab in Springfield, Vermont surrounded by his family.

He was born in Springfield on January 5, 1937. He served in the National Guard in 1963 where he received a sharp shooter award. He married Shirley Tarbell of Springfield in 1954 and they had four children.

Peewee worked at Chickering Farm in Westminster then moved to Peru, where he worked for Earl Batchelder Lumber. He also worked on town roads for Peru and Londonderry. Peewee worked at Bromley and Stratton Mountains making snow. He also worked for other companies in the area as a truck driver. Peewee also owned his own rubbish removal business.

In his younger days, he liked taking his family fishing, on picnics, and teaching them to care for their animals. Peewee always had horses, pigs and chickens. He also enjoyed tipping back a cold one with his many friends.

Peewee had a passion for his horses. He had horses when he was young and always had ponies and horses for his family. Peewee and his children raced ponies in Mendon, Vermont. He then moved up to driving, owning, training and racing his standardbreds. He raced at Hindsdale, NH race track as well as in Saratoga, New York, and other area tracks. Peewee was also a judge at many race tracks at the fairgrounds around the area.

Peewee was predeceased by his son Richard Volney Rockwell of Peru, his sister Shirley and their parents.

Peewee leaves behind his wife Shirley of 64 years, his daughter Deborah Gotshall of Londonderry; son Dennis Rockwell of Manchester; and a daughter, Cindy, also of Manchester; and six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

At Peewee’s request there will not be any formal funeral services. Cards of condolences may be sent to his wife at 499 VT Rte. 11, Peru, VT 05152. To send the family personal condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Brewster and Shea Funeral Home 34 Park Place Manchester Center, VT.

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Elnora M. Ripchick

Elnora M. “Nonie” Ripchick 94, passed away on Tuesday evening December 18, 2018 at the Springfield Health & Rehab. Center in Springfield, Vermont. She was born December 1, 1924 in Brattleboro, Vt. the daughter of Harold H. and Marjorie (Adams) Ward. She attended schools in Brattleboro and Randolph, Vt. graduating from Randolph High School class of 1944.

She moved to Springfield, Vermont in 1945, where she has made her home since.

On October 7, 1972 she married Richard J. Ripchick in Caroline, New York.

She was employed as a Clerk at W.T. Grant in Springfield, Britts Department Store and Pauls Economy. She raised foster children for many years. She enjoyed reading, traveling and spending time outdoors. She was an honorary member of the Springfield Alumni Association and served as parade chairman for many years.

She is survived by her husband Richard “Rip” Ripchick of Springfield, son Stanley “Buster” Harvey Jr. of Englewood, Fl. , daughters Elizabeth A. Fagans of North Springfield, and Barbara “Bo” Brill of Unity, N,H. Seven grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brothers John and William and sisters Doris and Myrtie.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on May 11, 2019 at the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vermont.

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

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

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Marie Foster Angel

Marie Foster Angel died Saturday, Dec. 15 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She was 78 years old. She was born and grew up in Springfield, Vt., graduating in 1959 from Springfield High School.

She graduated from Mary Hitchcock School of Nursing in Hanover, N.H., and became a nurse at the Air Force base hospital in Anchorage, Alaska, where she met her future husband, Dr. Charles Angel.

Following their marriage, the Angels had one son, Shawn, and the family was transferred to Homestead, Fla., where they lived for 20 years.

After the Angels’ divorce, Mrs. Angel worked for several years at South Miami Hospital before retiring to work at a nursing home in Homestead.

Besides her son, Shawn, Mrs. Angel is survived by one sister, Ruth Douglas of Chester.

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Nancy L. Glynn

Nancy Lee Glynn, 82, of Perkinsville, died Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. She was born Oct. 23, 1936, in Waltham, Massachusetts, the daughter of Harold and Betty (Jones) Jennings. She graduated in 1954 from Hudson (Massachusetts) High School.

On Sept. 10, 1955, she married Herbert A. Glynn in Sudbury, Mass.

Mrs. Glynn worked as a nurse’s aide at Genesis, managed the former Wild Goose Trading Post, both in Springfield, and was deli manager at Jiffy Mart in Chester, retiring in 1998. She was active in Springfield Assembly of God, Springfield Senior Center, a nursing home ministry with her husband, and volunteered at The Light Radio Network of Essex Junction.

She enjoyed quilting, needlepoint, latch hook and other crafts, as well as flower gardening, baking, decorating at home and at church.

Survivors include her husband, of Perkinsville; three children David Glynn, of Pineville, North Carolina, Debbie-Lee Graham, of Perkinsville, Coralee Choiniere, of Springfield; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, Richard Jennings, of Bedford, New Hampshire.

There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Ministries Inc. The Light Radio Network, 140 Main St., Essex Junction, VT 05452. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Pavel A. Babich

Pavel Aleksandrovich Babich, 85, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018 at his home in Springfield, VT. He was born in Leningrad, Russia on November 30, 1933, the son of the late Aleksandr Pavlovich and Elizaveta Vasilyevna. He studied engineering in Russia and immigrated to the United States with his wife, Dzhemma and four children in 1980 prior to settling in Springfield, VT in 1986. He used his knowledge of engineering in a career as a machinist prior to designing his own machine tools to create beautiful woodwork vases and flowers. His creativity was unceasing and was manifested through his poetry which was published into his first book, “Низкое Hебо” (Low Sky) in 1996.

He was predeceased by his parents and sisters, Ludmila and Galina.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dzhemma (Kvachevskaya) and four children: Aleksandra Davis (Charles) of Springfield, VT; Lev Babich of Merced, CA; Aleksandr Babich (Jennifer) of Wells, ME; and Ksenia Bruner (Fr. Gregory) of Fort Wayne, IN. He is also survived by eight grandchildren: Dmitri, Andrew, and Gabriel Freeman; Eli and Noah Babich; and Matthias, Thaddeus, and Ileana Bruner.

The funeral service will be held at 9:30am Friday, December 14, 2018 at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Springfield with Fr. Peter Carmichael officiating. Graveside service will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Springfield.

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

Davis Memorial Chapel is assisting with arrangements.

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James Franklin Tarbell Sr.

James “Frank” Franklin Tarbell Sr., 83, passed away on Wednesday Dec. 5, 2018 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in White River Junction, Vermont. He was born Aug. 13, 1935 in Saxtons River, Vermont the son of Sidney and Nellie (Kinney) Tarbell. He attended schools in Saxtons River and Springfield, Vermont.

He served in the United States Army during the Korean Era.

On June 21, 1959 he married Marlene Chandler in Springfield, Vermont.

He was employed as an assemblyman with the Fellows Gear Shaper for 25 years. He also had worked at Taggart Motors and Soucy Motors in Springfield.

He was a lifetime member of the Robert L. Johnson V.F.W. Post 771 in Springfield, Vermont, and an avid race fan for many years. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and tinkering.He was a master putterer.

He is survived by his wife Marlene of Springfield, Vermont, one son James F. Tarbell Jr. of Springfield,Vermont, two daughters Paula Clayton of Townshend, Vermont, and Julie Curtis of North Springfield, Vermont. One sister Shirley Rockwell of Peru, Vermont, two brothers John Tarbell and Roderick Tarbell of Springfield, Vermont also survive him, as well as six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents, one sister Stella Penn, and by two brothers Walter Tarbell and Herbert Tarbell.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel on Sunday Dec. 9, 2018 from 4 to 6 p.m.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday Dec. 10, 2018 at the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vt. Reverend Gerry Piper will officiate.

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Elizabeth Fifield Lee

Elizabeth Fifield Lee, age 94, formerly of Wall Street in Springfield, VT, passed away at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, Thursday, December 6, 2018 with her daughter by her side.

Betty was born in Randolph, VT, on February 1, 1924, daughter to the late Joel and Evelyn (Cole) Fifield. She was raised and educated there graduating from the Middlebury High School and continued on studying art at the Boston School of Design. In 1942 she married Melvin S. Lee and shared over 75 years together at the time of his passing on February 12th of this year. They made their home in Springfield, VT for many years and she was a longtime member of the First Congregation Church in Springfield as well as a 50 year Volunteer at the Springfield Hospital. Betty was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star and enjoyed quilting, rug braiding, and reupholstering antique furniture.

She is survived by her daughter: Dr. Judith Fifield (Dr. James Lyons) of Collinsville, CT, sons: Ret. Lt. Col. Malcolm Lee (Jackie) of North Hero, VT, Richard Lee (Alice) of Lyndonville, VT, sister-in-law: Rebecca Fifield of Middlebury, VT, 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

She was also predeceased by her brother: Joel A. Fifield this past March.

Funeral Services will be held at 1PM on Monday December 10, 2018, at the North Danville Baptist Church officiated by Dot Robinson.

A Calling hour will be held from 12Noon until the hour of service at 1PM at the church to greet the family.

Burial will be held at the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph, VT on Friday May 24, 2019 at 1PM.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.saylesfh.com.

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William F. Otis Sr.

William F. Otis Sr. 73, passed away on Monday December 3, 2018 at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 4, 1945 in Springfield, Vermont the son of William F. and Evelyn (Constantine) Otis. He attended Springfield Schools, and graduated from Springfield High School class of 1963.

He served in the United States Air Force from 1963 to 1967, stationed in Texas, Colorado, Maine and Germany.

On July 4, 1964 He married Paulette J. Patoine in Springfield, Vermont.

He worked as an Electrician for Jones and Lamson Machine Tool for several years, He was owner and operator of Vermont Precision Machine Services and later acquired Jones & Lamson Metrology, companies he operated for many years until his retirement in 2010.

He was an avid Boston Sports Fan, watching the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics and Bruins. He enjoyed supporting his children and attended every sporting event they were a part of. He enjoyed visiting Mohegan Sun many times. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Paulette of Springfield, two sons ; William F. Otis Jr. of Springfield, and Steven R. Otis of Chester, two daughters ; Victoria L. Muszynski of Enfield, N.H. and Angela J. Sadlowski of Springfield. 9 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He was predeceased by his parents and one sister Elizabeth Merrill.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield on Friday December 7, 2018 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org or at National Kidney Foundation Finance Department 30 East 33rd St. New York, NY 10016 or to Jack Byrne Center for Palliative and Hospice Care at D-H/Geisel Office of Development Attn: Jason Naugler One Medical Center Drive, HB 7070 Lebanon, NH 03756-0001 or at www.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/donate Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vermont is assisting with arrangements.

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Shara Frejd Houghtaling

Shara Frejd Houghtaling, 66, of North Springfield died Tuesday, November 27, 2018 from complications of interstitial lung disease. Her family is planning a memorial service for the Spring time. A complete obituary will be published here when available.

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