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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Robert H. Douglas

Robert H. Douglas, 90, died Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at his home. He was born March 3, 1928, in Endicott, New York, the son of Alan and Edith (Phileo) Douglas. He graduated high school in New York. On June 15, 1963, Mr. Douglas married Marian Stover in Bartonsville.

He was employed as a machinist with Cone Blanchard in Windsor, Bryant Grinder Co. and Fellows Gear Shaper in Springfield, for many years. He also worked as a truck driver with Idlenot Dairy in Springfield. He enjoyed playing violin, hiking, riding unicycle and word puzzles.

Survivors include two children Geoffrey Douglas, of Springfield, Deborah Kopefchny, of Toronto, Canada; three grandchildren; five siblings David, Gladys, Margaret, Elaine and Mary. Mr. Douglas was predeceased by his wife July 4, 2014, and a son, Rob Douglas, in 2004.

The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at Andover Community Church in Andover, with the Rev. Daryl Martens officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Family Center, 365 Summer St., Springfield, VT 05156.

Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Ivan R. Larabee Jr.

Ivan R. Larabee Jr. “Ike” 81, of Springfield, passed away on Monday evening October 8, 2018 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. He was born April 6, 1937 in Dalton, New Hampshire the son of Ivan Sr. and Grace (LaClair) Larabee. He graduated from Springfield High School and the Co-Op Course in 1956.

On March 6, 1960 He married Elizabeth “Betty” Reasoner in Springfield, Vermont, She predeceased him on January 6, 2013. He was employed in Sales Engineering with the Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield, Vt. for over 20 years.

He served in the National Guard, was a Scout Leader with Boy Scout Troop 252 for several years, a little league coach, and a past treasurer for the American Legion softball team.

He was a member of the North Springfield Baptist Church and involved with the Youth Fellowship group at the Church. He was also a member of St. Johns Lodge # 41 F.& A.M. in Springfield, Vt.

Ike enjoyed spending time with family and friends, spending time with his SHS classmates, golfing, skiing and snowmobiling, and deer camp at Willoughby Lodge. He was also an avid Red Sox fan.

He is survived by his son John Larabee of Grand Isle, Vt. daughter Lisa Wyman (Stanton) of Plymouth, Vt. 3 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. Brothers – Ernie Kangas, Tim Kangas, Tom Kangas, David Kangas, Mike Kangas, Gary Kangas, sisters – Beverly Ross, Valvet Mason, Melody Hacket, Joyce Kellog, Crystal McFarland, and Judy Pace. Also by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by brothers Roderick Larabee, Kevin Kangas and James Hebert, and by sister Sandra Knight.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday October 14, 2018 at the North Springfield Baptist Church, Reverend George Keeler Pastor will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vt.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the North Springfield Baptist Church P.O. Box 23 North Springfield, Vt. 05150.

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

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Richard A. Wilder

Richard (Dick) A. Wilder, 85, formerly of Munsonville and Keene, New Hampshire, passed away on June 9, 2018 surrounded by his immediate family at Ocala Regional Medical Center in Ocala, Florida due to injuries sustained in a golf cart / car accident on May 12, 2018.

Richard was born on Sept. 13, 1932 in Munsonville, New Hampshire to Everett and Rose Wilder. He graduated from Keene High School, Keene, in 1950. He was a loving husband and father to his wife Jean and his two children, Nancy and David. He lived in Charlestown, New Hampshire, was an active member of the United Church of Christ, and helped rebuild the Sunday school and meeting area after a devastating fire. He also volunteered as a member of the Recreation Department funding and construction committee for the town swimming pool. He was a founding member of what is now know as the River Valley Community College, Machine Engineering Program. In Keene, he was a member of the Congregational Church and later retired in Lady Lake, Florida, where he loved to go to Disney with his wife every week. He was a mechanical design engineer for 36 years at Jones and Lamson Machine Co. in Springfield, Vermont, for one year at Kingsbury Machine Co. in Keene, and for seven years at Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a Boatswain’s Mate (BM2) during the Korean War, from 1951 to 1955, traveling the world 2.5 times aboard the Destroyer U.S.S. Black DD666.

He is survived by his wife Jean of 62 years, currently of Lady Lake, Florida; a daughter, Nancy St. Pierre (Victor) of Charlestown, and a son, David Wilder (Lysa) of The Villages, Florida. He is also survived by grandchildren Stephanie Connell (Andrew), Heather Wellington (Allen), Justin Wilder (Jackie), and Patrick St Pierre (Grace); and great-grandchildren Jazelle, Dylan, Xander, Pierce, Jordyn, Preston, Parker, Reid, Becca, Jack and Sloane, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his brother Alden Wilder, sisters Linnea Hunt and Christine Chandler; and granddaughter Hillary St. Pierre-Ford.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 15 at 1012 Ann Ave., Lady Lake, Florida. His New Hampshire services and burial will be handled by Foley Funeral Home in Keene (www.foleyfuneralhome.com) at a later date in the family cemetery in the Munsonville.

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Albert M. Pixley

Albert Merrill Pixley, 101, of Springfield, died June 13, 2018.

He was born May 19, 1917, on Pease Road in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, the son of Burt and Grace Pollock.

He attended a one-room school, where he kept a vegetable garden, cut and stacked wood, and cut ice in the winter.

To attend Technical High School in Springfield, Massachusetts, he lived with his Aunt Emma and rode a bicycle to school. He graduated June 12, 1934.

He married Charlotte Flora Thaxter on May 4, 1940, in Brattleboro, and got a job at Bryant Chucking Grinder in Springfield, Vermont, where he worked 45 years until 1981.

In August 1953 they moved to White Street in Springfield, where they raised their sons Howard and Robert, and their daughters Betty and Flora.

His wife died on Christmas Day in 1997. Mr. Pixley moved into Springfield Senior & Rehabilitation Center on Chester Road at age 99.

Survivors include his children, Howard Pixley, Betty Wall and Flora Bush and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Robert Pixley.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 23.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m.. The Rev. George Keeler will officiate.

Burial will follow in the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield.

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Dorothy E. Fenton

Dorothy Ethel Fenton, 93, of Springfield, died Thursday, June 7, 2018, at Cedar Hill Continuing Care Community in Windsor.

She was born Nov. 11, 1924, in Elmont, Long Island, New York, the daughter of John and Hanna (Hyvonen) Bykko.

She graduated from Chester High School.

On Dec. 19, 1942, she married Merrill Fenton in Chester.

Mrs. Fenton worked in the cost office at Jones & Lamson, and later at Bryant Grinder Corp. During World War II, she joined the Civil Service and worked on B-29 and B-17 aircraft. She was assistant manager at a Chester drug store and a ski instructor at Okemo and Killington ski areas.

She served as a courtappointed guardian and advocate for the underprivileged and elderly.

She was a member of Windsor County Extension Service and Calvary Baptist Church in Springfield.

Mrs. Fenton enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, photography, sewing and furniture refinishing.

Survivors include a son, Richard, two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years; a brother, Alan Bykko; and a granddaughter.

Per her wishes, the memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, with the Rev. Malcolm Fowler, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, officiating.

Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Springfield.

There are no calling hours.

Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156; or Springfield Family Center, 365 Summer St., Springfield, VT 05156.

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Dorothy R. Stearns

Dorothy Ruth "Dot" Stearns, 86, formerly of Springfield, died Wednesday, May 30, 2018, at Maplewood Nursing Home in Westmoreland, New Hampshire, with family at her side.

She was born June 24, 1931, in Springfield, the daughter of Harvey S. and Sarah P. (Chase) Snide.

She graduated in 1950 from Springfield High School.

On June 30, 1951, she married William "Roy" Stearns.

After working as a secretary at Bryant's, Mrs. Stearns became a full-time homemaker and for 22 years, was a demonstrator/supervisor for American Home Toy Parties. She was also employed at the Paddock Restaurant in the kitchen and the Riverside Junior High School cafeteria.

She was active in Springfield High School Alumni Association, as well as a member of First Congregational Church of Springfield and the Rebekahs.

She enjoyed playing Scrabble and cribbage, collecting hummingbirds, flower and vegetable gardening, traveling, and in earlier years, candlepin bowling.

Survivors include her husband, of Westmoreland; son Gary, of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, daughter Kelley Lauren, of Chester, daughter Wendy Putnam, of Westmoreland; two granddaughters, a step-grandson and step-granddaughter, a step-great-grandson; siblings Larry Snide, of Bellow Falls, Patricia Hardy, of Springfield; many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Stearns was predeceased by brothers Fredrick, Paul and Robert Snide.

The graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, June 10, in Gill–Walker Cemetery, Putnam Road off from Route 5 North in Springfield, followed by a reception at the Whitcomb Building in Springfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Springfield High School Alumni Association, 13 Fairground Road, Springfield, VT 05156.

Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Charles K. Steele

Charles Kenneth "Chuck" Steele, 91, of Springfield, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of May 21, 2018, after a long illness, at his home surrounded by family and friends. He is predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Nada (Jacobs) of Springfield and son William Steele, and is survived by his son Robert Steele and daughter Natalee Roberts; grandson Charles Steele and granddaughter Jennifer Roberts-Keating; and great-granddaughters Kiera and Avery.

Chuck was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII and the Berlin Airlift, serving as a gunner and later as a flight engineer on various Naval aircraft, he attained the rank of Petty Officer Second Class and later served in the U. S. Air Force Reserve. advertisement

Chuck came to Springfield from his birthplace of Detroit, Michigan in 1958 to work as an aircraft mechanic at Springfield Airport for Buker Aviation. Chuck later worked at Bryant Grinder Corporation, where he retired, as Second Shift Production Manager. He was an avid pilot and aviation enthusiast as well as an aircraft mechanic working part time at Springfield Airport. He also worked on his own aircraft there. Chuck and Nada enjoyed raising and showing West Highland White Terriers and Cocker Spaniels. He also served as president of the Woodstock Dog Club for many years. He enjoyed watching his daughter and granddaughter showing horses, working on and flying airplanes with his son, and woodworking and carving model airplanes with his grandson.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Honor Flight New England in Chuck's name. Based on his wishes, there will be no funeral arrangements.

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Bernard Kasparovich

Bernard “Peanut” Kasparovich passed away at 95 on May 6, 2018.

He was born on Jan. 21, 1923 to Vincent and Helen (Bahdan) Kasparovich in Springfield, Vermont. An older sister, Helen, and her husband Ray, were early influences on and supporters of young Bernard.

A graduate of Springfield High School, Peanut was a star athlete for legendary Cosmos coach Curt Dressel, who was a mentor and father figure to young Peanut. After high school he joined the United States Navy, where he served on the U.S.S. Patrol Craft Escort 874 in the Pacific during World War II. Though he never saw the Pacific Ocean again after his service concluded, he retained a life-long love of the sea.

Peanut returned to Vermont after the war, and thanks to the G.I. Bill, pursued and received a bachelor’s degree from St. Michael’s College. Around the time of his graduation from college he also acquired his prized Studebaker convertible.

Living in Springfield and working at Bryant Grinder, where he would stay until his retirement, Peanut met and married the love of his life, Margaret Sharkey. “Peg” and Peanut raised four beautiful daughters at the home he built on Canary Court. Those daughters, in turn, gave “Papa” the eight grandchildren he and Peg spent considerable time doting upon. Peanut was fortunate enough to see the family tree expand even farther, with those grandchildren providing an additional nine great-grandchildren. Margaret predeceased Peanut in 2005; as she passed away he was by her side.

Peanut was the living embodiment of the words of his favorite author, Louis L’Amour: “A great book begins with an idea; a great life, with a determination.” He lived a great life, he will always be loved, and he is dearly missed.

Peanut is survived by his daughter Michele “Micky” Blair and her husband Cliff of Claremont, New Hampshire; Kathy Bolaski and her husband David of Springfield; Lynn Lashua and her husband Gary of Springfield; and Sherry Kasparowicz of Springfield.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center for their kindness, empathy, and patience. There will be a small graveside service for family at a later date, when Peanut and Peg will be laid to rest the same way they lived – together.

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Edmund A. Basso

Edmund Albert Basso, 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 9, 2018 in Springfield, Vermont. Born July 12, 1920 in Baltimore, Vermont, Edmund was the son of Arthur and Marcella (Witherell) Basso. He is survived by both of his children, Muriel Hayes of Watertown, New York and Albert (Paula) Basso of Springfield, Vermont; his granddaughter, Michele Rose of Round Pond, Maine, and two great-grandchildren, Meghan and Luke.

Edmund resided his entire life in Vermont, wintering in Florida for the last 35 years. This past winter it was decided he should stay put at his place in Vermont. He sure did miss the warm weather and seeing all of his Florida friends. Edmund loved camping and was a member of the Good Sam Club. He and his late wife, Alice, went RV’ing for over 60 years across the U.S., including to Alaska, as well as much of Canada. Edmund and Alice were married for more than 75 years before her death on June 13, 2015. Edmund was a great talker and he enjoyed sharing stories with everyone he met. He listened well, learned plenty, and remembered it all, right to the end.

Edmund worked at Soucy Motors, as well as at the Fellows Gear Shaper and Bryant Grinder machine shops. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter of deer and bear. Throughout his life, he enjoyed all kinds of music and was a genius when it came to car repair and sound systems. He loved to tinker, and could fix pretty much anything. He truly was interested in everything, and although he was old, he was never out of date.

The family will be having a graveside gathering at 1 p.m., on Monday, July 2, at Oakland Cemetery, Route 106 in Springfield, Vermont. We will be laying both Edmund and Alice’s ashes to rest. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome.

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Ronald K. Baker Jr.

Ronald K. Baker Jr., 65, died Saturday, March 31, 2018, at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph.

He was born May 11, 1952, in Cambridge, New York, the son of Marion (Lilley) and Ronald K. Baker Sr.

He graduated from Springfield High School, class of 1970.

Mr. Baker married Carri M. Stewart on March 18, 1978, in North Springfield.

He worked for Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield, Fresenius in Lebanon, New Hampshire, GW Plastics in Bethel, and was a lieutenant at the Springfield Fire Department.

He enjoyed hiking, camping, reading and riding motorcycles.

Survivors include his wife, of Bethel; daughters Emily Frappier, of Berkshire, Dori Baker, of Winooski; brother Bruce Baker, of Bellows Falls, sister Karen Baker Beardsley, of Springfield; and two grandchildren.

Mr. Baker was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Kim.

The private gathering will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.

Memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at www.themmrf.org/donate-to-mmrf; or Springfield Humane Society at www.spfldhumane.org/donations.html.

Arrangements are by Day Funeral Home in Randolph.

For online condolences, visit www.dayfunerals.com.

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William R. Guy

William R. Guy of North Springfield, Vermont, died Friday, March 23, 2018, peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born Nov. 26, 1939, in Lebanon, Maine, to Eugene N. and Zelma (Nichols) Guy.

Following the death of his father in 1945, he along with his mother and brother moved to Alton, New Hampshire. In 1955 they moved to Chester, Vermont, where Bill graduated from Chester High School in 1958. After graduation he joined the Army Reserves in Chester. In 1962, Bill married Evelyn Crossman at the First Baptist Church in Chester, Vermont.

Bill became a skilled machinist and over the course of the next five years he was employed at Pratt and Whitney, Cone Automatic and Bryant Grinder.

In 1967 Bill became co-owner of Idlenot Family Restaurants with his brother Eugene, then over the course of the next 20 years, they built up a chain of 12 restaurants in Vermont, New Hampshire and New York, later selling to the Friendly’s Corporation in 1986.

He was a member of the Springfield Elks Club and bowled in leagues for more than 30 years at the Plaza Bowl in Springfield.

Bill’s favorite hobby was restoring and driving his classic cars.

Survivors include his wife Evelyn of North Springfield; his son, Douglas, granddaughters Gillian and Grace Guy and their mother, Georgeann Guy, and brother Eugene (Carol ) Guy, all of Springfield, Vermont; also nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday March 31, at First Baptist Church on Main Street in Chester, Vermont.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail Springfield, VT 05156.

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David P. MacKenzie

David P. MacKenzie 71, passed away unexpectedly on Friday January 5, 2018 at the Springfield Hospital. He was born April 13, 1946 in Springfield, Vt. the son of Robert V. Sr. and Philippa (Parker) MacKenzie. He attended Springfield Schools, graduating from Springfield High School class of 1964. He later attended the University of Vermont for a short time before joining the United States Air Force.

He served in the United States Air Force for 4 years during the Vietnam Era in Inventory & Supply and was stationed in Turkey for over a year.

He was employed as a Machinist at Parks & Woolson’s and Fellows Gear Shaper in Springfield, as a Technical Writer at Bryant Grinder Co. in Springfield. He worked in Real Estate in the Burlington area in the 1970’s where he resided for several years, he operated a small newspaper in the Burlington area and was a Salesman for siding & roofing material in the Burlington area. He was later employed as an Index Manager with News Bank in Chester, Vt. for 16 years.

He enjoyed computers, writing and photography, photographing covered bridges in Vermont and surrounding areas. He sold many of his pictures for calendars over the years. He also enjoyed feeding the birds.

He is survived by one brother Robert V. MacKenzie Jr. and his wife Cheryl of Springfield as well as several cousins. He was predeceased by his parents.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel on Friday evening January 12, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers 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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Sylvia M. Carpenter

Sylvia M. Carpenter, 79, died Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017, at Keene Center in Keene, New Hampshire.

She was born Dec. 11, 1937, in Danby, the daughter of Francis J. "Frank" and Mabel (Griffith) Mandigo. She graduated in 1955 from Springfield High School.

Mrs. Carpenter worked at New England Telephone in Bellows Falls, Byrant Grinder Co., Ames Department Store, both in Springfield, and The Book Press in Brattleboro.

She enjoyed fishing, rides in the country, trips to the White Mountains and the beach.

Survivors include her son, Glenn Carpenter, of Marlboro; a brother, Francis Mandigo, of Springfield; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by five siblings, Edmund Mandigo, Annie Simms, Marjorie Rogers, Janice Dressell and Barbara Barrows.

The graveside service will be at a later date in Plain Cemetery in Perkinsville.

Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Robert E Gibson

Robert (Bob) Ernest Gibson 69, passed away on Saturday morning, November 4, 2017 after a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire.

Bob was born on April 17, 1948 at the Elizabeth Lund Home in Burlington, Vermont. On August 29, 1948, his parents, Robert E. Gibson and Dorothy M. (Archer) Gibson, adopted Bob.

He attended Springfield schools, graduating from Springfield High School in the Class of 1966. He later attended both Vermont Technical College and East Coast Aerotech for several semesters, until the passing of his father when he returned to Springfield. In 1986, he completed his Associates Degree with the Community College of Vermont.

In the 1970’s, Bob lived and worked in Massachusetts where he met Geraldine (Jeri) Gibson. The two were married on July 15, 1979 at the Martha Mary Chapel in Subury, Massachusetts. She predeceased him on January 13, 2017.

Bob was employed as a Thread Grinder with the Bryant Grinder Corporation in Springfield, Vermont, where we worked for more than 20 years. He was an active member of the shops union, U.E. Local 218, during time. Both during, and after his employment at Bryant’s, Bob worked at Springfield Hospital, primarily as a Switchboard Operator.

Bob was an avid follower of golf, and had been a very active player in his younger years, from working as a caddy at the local country club in his youth, to playing on school golf teams. He recently had begun to play again, and greatly enjoyed doing so. Bob enjoyed vacationing to Short Sands at York Beach, Maine. He enjoyed spending time in nature; taking the foliage, enjoying the clouds, enjoying walking trails. He was a skier for much of his life, and fondly recounted the first time he was ever on skis, going down the Chief at Okemo Mountain, in Ludlow Vermont - another town where he spent a lot of time in his youth. Other activities that Bob enjoyed was doing crossword puzzles, watching jeopardy, and being around dogs. He loved rock n’ roll. Bob is survived by his daughter Stephanie (Gibson) Thompson and her husband Kyle Thompson, of Springfield, Vermont. He also leaves behind a sister, Joan (Gibson) Baker and her husband David, of Wells, Vermont. He also leaves behind five nieces and nephews, and nine great nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday November 18th, 2017 at the Cavendish Village Cemetery in Cavendish, VT.

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

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield is assisting with arrangements.

Bob's family has opted to postpone his memorial service from November 18th until the Spring to allow for better planning and better weather. We apologize for any inconvenience. For questions or more information, please contact his daughter, Stephanie Thompson.

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Jonathan B. Holden

Jonathan B. Holden passed away on Monday morning September 18, 2017 at the Springfield Health and Rehab. Center in Springfield, Vermont after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born August 13, 1956 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Kenneth and Carolyn (DeCell) Holden. He attended Springfield schools, graduating from Springfield High School class of 1974.

He was employed as a Machinist with the Bryant Grinder Company in Springfield, Vermont for 20 years, and most recently as a Truck Driver with St. Pierre in Charlestown, New Hampshire for 15 years.

He enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid hunter, enjoyed riding motorcycles and was always willing to lend a hand and help anyone who needed help. He is survived by his son Shawn Holden of Chester, Vt. 3 daughters – Emily Raymond of Essex Jct., Vt. Merideth Comchan of TN., and Ashley Hennessey of Boynton Beach, Fl. 1 brother Randy Holden and his wife Terry of Andover, Vt. 7 grandchildren – Alexis, Madison, Sam, David, Connor, Lauren, and Patrick. Nephew Chris, and nieces – Vanessa, Valerie, Melissa, and Michele.

He was predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Carolyn and brothers Kenneth and Ron.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday September 30, 2017 at the Plain Cemetery in Perkinsville, Vt. Reverend Dave Young will officiate. A celebration of life gathering will follow at K.J.’s in North Springfield.

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

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Duane G. Wyman

Duane G. Wyman, 90, of Felchville, died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at his home.

He was born Dec. 19, 1926, in Felchville, the son of Claude L. and Dorothy E. (Nutter) Wyman.

He graduated in 1944 from Springfield High School after taking the five-year co-operative course serving apprenticeship at Jones and Lamson Machine Tool Co.

Mr. Wyman served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II as a Qualified Cadet.

He married Jessie E. Petty, of Ludlow, May 24, 1947, in Brownsville.

He retired as a supervisor after about 40 years at Jones and Lamson in Springfield. He also worked for Cone Automatic in Windsor, Bryant Grinder, Eric R. Bibens, both in Springfield, as well as the state and town of Reading highway departments. Mr. Wyman served on the School Board and as tree warden, auditor, lister, chairman for Felchville Cemetery Association and firefighter.

He was past member of the Masonic Lodge in Springfield and enjoyed summers at the Lake Echo cottage he had built. Survivors include his wife, of Felchville; two sons, Alan Wyman, of Harwood, MD, and Dennis Wyman, of Salt Lake City; five granddaughters; many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two siblings, Wanda Maki and Morris Wyman.

The graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, in Felchville Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Wyman home on Tyson Road.

Memorial contributions may be made to Felchville Cemetery Association, in care of Howard Sanderson Jr., P.O. Box 129, Reading, VT 05062.

Arrangements are by Knight Funeral Home in Windsor. For online condolences, visit www.knightfuneralhomes.com.

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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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Raymond M. Hatt

Raymond Marshall Hatt, 77, died Monday, July 10, 2017, at Vermont Veterans Home in Bennington.

He was born Aug. 14, 1939, in Auburndale, Massachusetts, the son of Alfred N. and Eda M. (Robinson) Hatt.

After graduating high school, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1957 to 1960.

Mr. Hatt worked as a machinist at Jones & Lamson Machine Tool Co., Bryant Grinder Co. and Fellows Gear Shaper, all in Springfield.

Survivors include three daughters, Maureen Patoine, of Biddeford, Maine, Deborah Sayer, of Arundel, Maine, and Heather Hatt, of West Palm Beach, Florida; three grandchildren and two great-granddaughters; a sister, Barbara Dube, of Amsden; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by four siblings, Gretchen Wheeler, Howard, Kenneth "Pete" and Robert Hatt.

A private graveside gathering will be in Aug. 26 in Oakland Cemetery in Springfield.

Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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