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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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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Alice Tier Emerson

Alice Tier Emerson, 94, of Springfield, died Tuesday, April 3, 2018, at Mount Ascutney Hospital in Windsor. She was born Oct. 3, 1923, in Worcester, Massachusetts, the daughter of Peter and Gabriele (David) Marchand.

She was employed as an administrative assistant at Fellows Gear Shaper for several years, and also worked as switchboard operator at Springfield Hospital.

Survivors include two children Thomas Tier, of Indiana, Allison Tier Kallsen, of England; a sister, Eileen Powell, of New Hampshire; two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews.

She was predeceased by her husbands Frederik Tier, Waldo Emerson; and a brother, Robert Marchand.

The graveside service will be at a later date in St. Mary's Cemetery in Springfield. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Don L. Connor

Don L. Connor, 62, died Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018, at Springfield Health & Rehabilitation Center.

He was born May 28, 1955, in Springfield, the son of George P. and Virginia J. (Emery) Connor.

He graduated from Springfield High School and received his nursing degree from River Valley Community College in Claremont, New Hampshire.

Mr. Connor was employed with Mack Molding in Cavendish for a few years and later, worked as an LPN for area hospitals and nursing homes, including at Springfield Health & Rehabilitation Center for over 12 years.

He enjoyed reading and writing short stories.

Survivors include two siblings Donna Perham, of Chester, and Dennis Connor, of Springfield; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents and a brother. Paul Connor.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

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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Laverne L. Lindamood

Laverne L. (Vern) Lindamood passed away at home in Springfield on Feb. 2, 2018. He was born in Fall River, Kansas on Jan. 15, 1933, to Leo and Naomi Lindamood. He graduated from Tech High School in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he met his future wife. Upon graduation from Butler University as a cadet colonel in ROTC, he was commissioned in the Air Force and immediately stationed at Bentwaters Air Force Base in England.

Working for a national company he lived in Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, Pennsylvania and New York.

He came to Springfield, Vermont, in 1977 to be CFO of Idlenot Dairy. He was then CFO for Springfield Hospital for many years until his retirement. Asked to consult for Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) he again became a chief financial officer. After three tries over several years he finally retired. He always said work was his hobby.

Vern was predeceased by his parents, and identical twin sisters, Vonna Gilbert and Donna Duncan and their spouses. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Joyce; sons, Kent and his wife Karen; Curtis and his wife Kristen,; Greg and his wife Andrea; and son by choice Anthony Stevens. Also by 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and his canine best friend Simon.

A celebration of Vern's life will be held at noon on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, at the North Springfield Baptist Church.

If you plan to share a memory of Vern at the celebration please contact Pastor George Keeler at 802-886-8107.

If you wish to make a charitable gift in Vern's honor, please make it to SEVCA , 91 Buck Drive Westminster, VT 05158.

Davis Memorial Chapel is assisting with arrangements.

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Lois M. Severance

Lois M. Severance passed away Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017, a week shy of her 89th birthday, after a long battle with cancer. Born in 1928 in Windham, Vermont, to Leonard and Ruth Call Stowell, she went to school in Chester and trained as a nurse at Gifford Memorial hospital. She began her nursing career in Washington, D.C. but returned to Vermont where she married Dean Severance. Lois and Dean lived for a few years in Lubbock, Texas, but her path led her back to New England, where she continued her nursing career at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin and, subsequently, in Keene, New Hampshire.

Lois retired in Springfield, Vermont, where she embraced a new role as an RSVP volunteer — driving seniors and others to appointments, reading to the blind, and helping Meals on Wheels. Her most treasured volunteer role was as a leader of the Bone Builders Exercise Program. She was a fierce promoter of exercise, and walked nearly every day until only a few weeks before her death.

After moved to the Marion Phillips Housing complex in Claremont in 2014, Lois became an active member of the Tenant’s Association. She greatly enjoyed her time there — especially the opportunity to grow bumper crops of tomatoes and swap gardening tips with the other gardeners, right up through this past summer.

Lois lived her life with pizazz — in addition to being a loving mother and compassionate nurse, she was a talented painter, a terrific cook and baker, and a passionate advocate for women’s rights and other social issues. She spoke her mind and wrote letters to the editor, and loved travel, opera, and a good bargain. With her deep love of nature, she saw us all as children of Mother Earth.

She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Stephen Roylance, of New York City; a son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Ann Severance of Barre, Vermont; and five siblings: Mildred Horn, Joyce Mattson, Beverly Parker, Norman Stowell, Virginia Stowell, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by Dean Severance, and sisters Marilyn Schuster, Sharon Geary, Phyllis Amsden, Helen Farrar and Doris Raitenan.

A celebration of Lois’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 21 Fairground Road in Springfield, Vermont. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to organizations that support nature, green space, and the environment.

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Ruth P. Sherwood

Ruth Parker Sherwood, 82, died Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, at Springfield Health & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born Oct. 8, 1935, in Springfield, the daughter of Clair John and Mary Alice (Blodgett) Parker.

She graduated from Springfield schools and later earned a bachelor's degree in nursing.

Mrs. Sherwood was employed as a registered nurse at Springfield Hospital for a number of years and later worked as the first-aid technician at Bryant Grinder Corp. for many years.

She enjoyed collecting spoons and was a painter.

Survivors include her son, William Sherwood, of Lehigh, Pennsylvania; a sister, Mary Swanson, of Springfield; three grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was predeceased by her husband, William M. Sherwood, in November 1962; and a brother, John Parker.

The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, with the Rev. Peter Williams officiating.

Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Springfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 10 Pleasant St., Springfield, VT 05156.

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Helen E. Andrews

Helen E. Andrews, 96, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2017, at Springfield Health and Rehab Center following a short bout with cancer. She was born June 5, 1921, in Hillsboro, New Hampshire, the daughter of Paul S. and Harriett M. (Reed) Scruton. She attended Hillsboro schools, graduating from Hillsboro High School Class of 1939.

On Nov. 27, 1943. she married Louis Andrews in Hillsboro, New Hampshire.

Along with her family, she moved to Bellows Falls, in 1951 where she and her husband owned and operated a neighborhood grocery store. She and the family moved to Springfield, Vermont, in 1956 where she worked hard at raising four children, working for Springfield Hospital in several capacities and being a secretary to Dr. Roger Revelle for 14 years.

Upon retirement she and her husband were volunteers at Springfield Hospital for many years.

She was predeceased by her husband Louis (after 69 years of marriage); a son, Lance; and daughter Susan.

She is survived by sons Peter and David; as well as five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and numerous step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Davis Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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William A. Dall

Dr. William A. Dall, 77, of Naples, Florida, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at home, with his family surrounding him.

He attended Creighton University in Omaha, NE, before serving in the Navy for the years 1962 to 1966. He went on to dental school at the University of NE Lincoln, graduating in 1970.

He started his dental career in Springfield, VT, before moving his family to Rutland where he continued his busy practice until retirement in 2005, to Naples, FL.

His wife of 49 years, Claudia R. Dall, of Naples, his son, John A. Dall, 54, and grandchildren Sean ,age 18, Ava, age 14, and Elle, age 9, of Huntington, NY, his son, Theodore W. Dall, 47, and his granddaughter, Alexandra, age 6, of Naples, FL, will forever remember his warmth.

Bill loved life and his family. He will be dearly missed by all.

A private remembrance will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to the University of Nebraska Foundation; in Memo Line, Dr. and Mrs. William Dall Fund for UNMC COD. Mail to University of Nebraska Foundation, 101 Lincoln Mall, Suite 300, Lincoln, NE 68508.

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Grace G. Grover

Grace G. Grover, 87, died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016, at Gill Odd Fellows Home.

She was born March 23, 1929, in Rutland, the daughter of Delphus and Delphina Gosselin.

She graduated from Springfield High School and in 1951, from Bennington School of Nursing.

Mrs. Grover was a nurse at Springfield Hospital and many other area facilities.

In 1953, she was married to Clyde Grover and raised three children.

She was a member of Church of the Annunciation Parish.

Mrs. Grover enjoyed downhill skiing, water skiing, golf and riding her bike.

Survivors include a sister, Mary Holt of New Hartford, New York; sons Bruce and Scott Grover and daughter Sheri Pendexter; six grandsons, three great-grandsons and two great-granddaughters.

Calling hours will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Adams Funeral Home, 12 Meadow St., Ludlow. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Church of The Annunciation, Ludlow. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Ludlow, and then a reception will take place in the church fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Annunciation, 7 Depot St., Ludlow, VT 05149.

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Robert E. Sicard

Robert E. Sicard, 81, of Claremont, N.H., passed away Friday, Sept. 30, 2016, at New London Hospital in New London. He was born Oct. 21, 1934, in Greenfield, Massachusetts, the son of Raymond J. and Esther B. (Welcome) Sicard.

Robert attended Greenfield High School, where he played right tackle for the Greenfield football team and was chosen for the All Western Mass team. Following graduation with the Class of 1953, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and proudly served his country as a high speed radio operator during the Korean War attaining the rank of Corporal. After honorably completing his military service, Robert began a four-year apprenticeship in optician in Hanover, New Hampshire. In 1958 he met and married the love of his life, Antoinette (Toni) Gorczakoski. Upon receiving his certification, Robert and Toni founded Sicard Opticians in Springfield, Vermont, where he worked tirelessly to support his growing family. He had countless loyal and happy clients who over the years sought out his expertise and excellent customer service. In 1989, Robert was honored for his quarter-century of service as a dispensing Guild Optician by the National Academy of Opticianary. For his more challenging patients he fitted artificial eyes, hearing aids and cosmetic devices until his retirement in 1999. He also loved woodworking and carpentry, both skills learned from his admired uncle, Richard W. Campbell. Robert was an avid sportsman enjoying fishing, hunting, fly tying, snowmobiling at the “Dog House” in Pittsburg, New Hampshire, and spending time with his beloved wife, Antointette and sharing his love of the outdoors with his children and grandchildren.

He leaves his wife Toni of 58 full and beautiful years; his cherished daughters, Victoria Sicard Forte and husband Andrew and their two childrenm Danielle Forte and Christopher Sicard Forte of Mansfield, Massachusetts, Elizabeth Sicard Foy, husband Stephen and their three children, Caroline, Douglas and Robert Foy of New London, and Mary Sicard of Claremont. Sisters Sandra Sicard Herzig and Pamela Sicard Grimshaw survive him as does close cousin Richard H. Campbell and wife Jeanne and many nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by his parents, Esther and Raymond Sicard.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Kostanski Funeral Home, 220 Federal St., Greenfield, Massachusetts. A liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at Holy Trinity Church, 133 Main St., Greenfield, Massachusetts. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250. Sympathy messages available at www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.

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Joan M. Carlisle

Joan Marie (Gilson) Carlisle, 82, of Cavendish, died suddenly September 12 after a short illness.

Joan was born April 22, 1934, in Cavendish, Vermont, daughter of Jesse and Clarinda (Briggs) Gilson. She attended school in Cavendish, and graduated from Chester High School, Class of 1952. She married Leonard Carlisle February 7, 1953, in Proctorsville, Vermont. They resided in Cavendish.

She was employed in banking and health care, working many years at the Black River Health Center as a bookkeeper for Dr. Eugene Bont, and at Springfield Pediatrics for Drs. Clattenberg and Owen, until she retired.

She enjoyed knitting puppet mittens and baby sweaters, word puzzles, crosswords, cryptoquotes and playing cards. She and Leonard traveled to California, Tennessee, Florida and Maine. She loved all her family and the time spent with them. Everyone was family if she loved you, whether you really were or not. She loved to giggle with her daughters and her girlfriends. She was a great listener and had great compassion for others. She and Leonard thoroughly enjoyed lunch every day at daughter Sheryl’s, and Sharon Godfrey’s, restaurant, the Café at deLight, Ludlow, where they visited with everyone and made many friends. She attended Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church and was a member of the Altar Society.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Leonard; they have four daughters Roxanne and Michael Mackey of Nashville, TN; Theresa and Peter Southworth of Ludlow, VT; Sheryl Guica and Howard Paul of Ludlow, VT; and Lisa and Scott Spooner of N. Chittenden, VT; 5 grandchildren Desiree Guica, Adrienne Guica, Bradley and Kim Southworth, Aaron Southworth and fiancé Ashley Adamcik, and Cole Spooner; 3 great-grandchildren Alessia Guica, Cadence Paul and Connor Southworth; one sister Patte and Vern Mossey, Rutland, VT; many treasured nieces and nephews, and other relatives. She is predeceased by her parents; one brother, Ronald Gilson; sister, Janet Pikkarainen; and infant sister, Marilyn Gilson.

The wake will be held Thursday, September 15, from 5-7 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, 12 Meadow St. Ludlow. The funeral will be Friday, September 16, at 1:00 p.m. at the Annunciation (Catholic) Church, in Ludlow. Private Burial will follow at the Cavendish Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Annunciation Church, where family will greet everyone following the burial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Division, 77 Hegeman Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446.

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Marcia W. Farmer

Marcia W. Farmer, 86, of Ascutney, died Thursday, July 21, 2016, in her home. She was born July 16, 1930, in Hampton, N.Y., the daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Douglas) Whitaker. She was raised in Newfane and graduated from Brattleboro High School.

She was the first woman to graduate from Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, earning her associate's degree. She married Samuel F. Farmer in Newfane in 1963 and they moved to Ascutney.

Marcia was employed as an x-ray technician at Brattleboro Hospital, Mount Ascutney Hospital and Springfield Hospital. She retired from Mount Ascutney Hospital in Windsor in 1999.

Survivors include her daughter, Catherine Henault of Perkinsville; stepson David Farmer of Anchorage, Alaska; brother Raymond Whitaker of Panton, Vermont; two grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, one great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Her husband died in 1982. She was also predeceased by her parents and a brother, John Whitaker.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at the Knight Funeral Home in Windsor. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2016, with the Rev. Lance Harlow, officiating. Committal services will be held in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Newfane. Memorial contributions may be made to BAYADA Hospice in Norwich, Vermont; or to the American Cancer Society . Condolences may be left at www.knightfuneralhomes.com

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Anita E. Amsden

Anita Ellen Amsden, 80, of Chester, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Springfield Hospital. Anita was born and raised in Bartonsville. She was the daughter of David and Clara (Mitchell) Anderson. She graduated from Bellows Falls High School. Anita afterward went on to pursue a career in nursing. Anita was a registered nurse and had worked at Springfield Hospital and also as a shop nurse at the machine and tool shops in Springfield. Anita was married to Edwin Amsden in Peru, Vermont on Sept. 5, 1956, and together they raised their family.

Besides her work, Anita was avid NASCAR fan, she loved reading, her flowers, especially yellow roses, and “Jeopardy.” She was a lifelong member of the Rebekah’s RA100F Chester, a member of the Chester American Legion Auxiliary, The Red Hat Society and the senior center in Bellows Falls.

For Anita, her family was the most important thing to her. Above all else she loved her children, grandchildren and her extended family and friends.

Anita is survived by her two daughters, Candith Amsden of Chester, Penny and her husband, Richard Jenkins, of Springfield; her son, Thomas Amsden of Chester; her brother, Andrew Anderson; two grandchildren, Kate and Orrin Amsden and several step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Anita was predeceased by her husband Edwin, her son, Timothy and her brother, Carl. Anita is also survived by her special friends George and Elizabeth Loura of Chester. Her family would like to extend a special thanks to the Rockingham Volunteer Fire Department for their assistance.

Friends and family are invited to a time of visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, at the Adams Funeral Home, 35 Depot St., in Chester. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 20, the Adams Funeral Home. Graveside committal services and interment will follow at the Simonsville Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Chester American Legion.

Memorial contributions in Anita’s memory may be made to the Rockingham Volunteer Fire Dept., 974 Pleasant Valley Road, Bellows Falls, VT 05101.

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Patricia A. Callahan

Patricia Ann “Buff” Callahan, 69, of Claremont, died Friday, June 24, 2016, at Elmwood Center in Claremont, N.H.

She was born May 18, 1947, in Randolph, Vt., the daughter of Dr. Frederic J. and Mary Jeanne (Callahan) Guilmette. She graduated from Springfield High School, class of 1965. She later attended secretarial school in Putney, Vt., and Berkeley Secretarial School in New York.

She worked as a volunteer for the Department of Human Services in New York and for the Vista Volunteer network. She worked as a secretary for her father’s medical practice. She later worked designing and remodeling old homes in the Brattleboro area.

She lived in Springfield, Vt., Brattleboro, Vt., Newport, N.H., and most recently Claremont. She enjoyed design, remodeling and interior decorating.

She is survived by two sons, Shawn Walsh and Christian Walsh; a sister, Jeanne M. Lee; three brothers, Frederic Guilmette Jr., Stephen Guilmette and Theodore Guilmette; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild; many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and her former husband, James Walsh.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, July 1, 2016, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Springfield. The Rev. Peter Williams, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Springfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, Donation Processing Center, PO Box 7000, Albert Lea, MN 56007-800. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel.

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Siobhan Martel

Siobhan Fitzgerald Carroll Martel died on Friday, June 3, after a short illness.

She was born on March 15, 1931, in Carlow, Ireland, the daughter of Bridget Hiughney and John Fitzgerald.

She was a 1954 graduate of The General Hospital Birmingham School of Nurses with a registered nursing degree. Siobhan moved in 1970 to Springfield, Vermont, where she will be remembered for her dedication to patient care while working in the Emergency Room at Springfield Hospital and more recently, nursing at Sullivan County Home.

Siobhan is survived by her son, Ruaidrhi Carroll, his partner Danielle Dumont; and grandson Ruaidrhi Dumont Carroll; her stepchildren Deborah Hebert, David Martel and Dorothy Andrews; her brother, Patrick Fitzgerald of Carrickmacross, Ireland; and sister, Peggy Juggins of Coventry, England; and nieces and nephews in Ireland.

She is predeceased by brothers Jack and Dennis; and sisters Doreen, Marie and Sheila. She is also predeceased by her husband, Robert Martel; and ex-husband, Noel Carroll.

Funeral and burial will take place in Carlow, Ireland, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Grace Cottage Hospital.

A celebration of Siobhan’s life will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, in the Phelps Barn Pub at the Grafton Inn, Grafton, Vt.

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Beverly J. Barbour, 80

Beverly J. Barbour 80, died Monday, May 23, 2016, surrounded by her family at Springfield Hospital.

She was born Dec. 20, 1935, in Providence, R.I., the daughter of George E. and Lucy R. (Tunicliffe) Denton. She attended school and graduated from high school in Rhode Island. On May 20, 1955, she married George M. Barbour in North Kingstown, R.I. He predeceased her in 1992.

She was employed at the W.T. Grant department store and worked as an licenced nursing assistant in nursing homes and home health care for many years. She traveled overseas with her husband, who was in the milityary.

She was a member of Quidnessett Baptist Church in Rhode Island and First Baptist Church in Chester. She enjoyed traveling, puzzles, playing cards, especially cribbage, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her two daughters Patricia Lowden of Springfield and Barbara Duquette of Chester, nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, brother Ronald Denton, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her sons George M. Barbour Jr. and Johnny L. Barbour Sr., grandson, Joshua Lowden and brother George Denton Jr.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2016, at First Baptist Church in Chester. The Rev. Thomas Charlton, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be at a later date in Quidnessett Cemetery in North Kingstown, R.I. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Chester Memorial Fund, PO Box 187 Chester, VT 05143. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel.

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