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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Carol J. Kangas

Carol J. Kangas, 72, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully July 9, 2017, at her home with her beloved “Ron” Yarish, with whom she lived and enjoyed the loving home they built together more than 25 years ago.

Carol was loved by all that knew her; her natural beauty and elegant style, positive, caring and gentle, and kind spirit was lifting to all. Her energy was endless and infections.

Carol and her beloved Ron enjoyed their home and created a lovely sanctuary of flowers, lush lawns and peaceful perfection for themselves and the birds.

Carol enjoyed gardening, antiquing, reading Danielle Steel novels, walking, biking and days at the beach. She was soft, warm, positive, caring and a True Angel.

In Carol’s final months, she chose solitude at her home with Sweet Ron and Deanna, but was truly grateful to her family, friends and neighbor’s for all of prayers, calls, cards, letters, pictures and flowers and all of the kindness and love, she felt it all.

Carol was born Jan. 12, 194,5 and a 1964 graduate of Springfield High School and attended college in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Carol worked at Parks and Wilson in Springfield for 35 years as an executive secretary and after its closing, Carol went to work with Jane Bixby at Trails End Accommodations in Ludlow, where she was adored by all of her clients for her detailed professionalism and her kind and caring way.

She is survived by her beloved Ron Yarish and his three children, Heidi Yarish-Coburn of Campton, New Hampshire, Paige (Heather) Wolfe of Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Collier Yarish, of Sebastian, Florida and three grandchildren.

Siblings Dolores Eastman and William Eastman, both of Springfield, Linda Rutter of Lima, Ohio and Richard Eastman of Springfield and adoring spouses and nieces and nephews.

And her niece Deanna Carroll, who will forever miss her. And Deanna’s husband Chris and son T.J. of Rockingham.

She was predeceased by her parents, Norman and Norma Eastman of Springfield; and a long ago love, Robert “Bobby” Armstrong.

And Ron and Deanna want to give special thanks to VNA- Hospice and the entire staff of doctor, nurses and caregivers for walking us through the in-home care and support with all of Carol’s needs. With special thanks to Beth.

The date and time for a memorial celebration will be published in this paper.

Arrangements are pending with Adams Funeral Home of Chester, Vermont.

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Wendell Barrows, 90

Wendell Barrows 90, formerly of Springfield, passed away on March 3, 2016 in Payson, Arizona. Wendell was born on November 11, 1925, in Springfield, VT, to Harold Barrows Sr. and Nellie (Pope). He graduated from Springfield High School in the class of 1945. For many years, he was a supervisor in the Blade Department at Parks & Woolson. He then taught Machine Shop classes at Springfield High School until his retirement. Wendell was a member of the BPOE, the St. Johns Lodge and the Mt. Sinai Shriners. He loved rabbit and deer hunting and was a fisherman. He was an avid beekeeper and was known throughout the area for the excellent honey produced by his bees. He enjoyed spending time at his camp in Smokeshire.

Survivors include one daughter, Diana (Richard) Gamble of Payson, Arizona, with whom he was residing. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Chris (Susan) Eaton, Bethany (Todd) Wells and Kimberly Gamble, all of Phoenix; four great-grandchildren, Kaitlin Eaton of Kissimmee, FL, and Brandon, Preston and Spencer Wells of Phoenix; one brother Harold (Kay) Barrows Jr. of Perkinsville; and many nieces and nephews. Wendell was preceded in death by his parents; 5 sisters, Rachel Childs, Bessie Childs, Doris Wood, Shirley Sheehan and Jackie Schoonmaker; one brother, Warren Barrows; and his long-time companion, Anne Stewart.

A memorial service is being planned for June.

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