James O. Bartley

James O. Bartley, “Jim,” 62, of Chester, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon surrounded by his family. He was born July 6, 1956 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Olin and Marjorie (Warwick) Bartley. He attended Springfield schools.

On June 27, 1992 he married Sandra Dwinell in Springfield, Vermont.

In 2004 Jim became a full-time employee with Health Care and Rehabilitation Services in Springfield, Vermont. He worked as a substance abuse counselor as well as an adult case manager and regional service coordinator.

Jim loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and shooting. He enjoyed music and attending live music events. He enjoyed bluegrass music, string instruments, and strumming his guitar. Jim took pleasure in motorcycle riding, woodworking and was a creative craftsman. He also collected George Washington memorabilia.

Jim had a strong faith and was a member of the Church of Christ in Springfield, Vermont.

He is survived by his wife Sandra “Sandy” Bartley of Chester, Vermont; two sons, James A.P. Bartley of Jacksonville, Florida, and Ryan J. Bartley of Chester, Vermont; a daughter Kayla L. Bartley of Concord; a granddaughter Maddison H. Bartley; a brother Steven Bartley of Palm Bay, Florida; a sister Lynette Mullen of Claremont; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents and by one sister Sharon Bartley.

Friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield on Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 at the Church of Christ in Springfield, Vermont. A private family burial will be held in the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vermont.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Springfield Warming Shelter at P.O. Box 243 North Springfield, Vermont 05150.

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

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Heather R. Seale

Heather Rae Seale “Heidi,” 84, a longtime Graniteville resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 21, 2018 at the Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Middlebury, Vt.

Born on Aug. 28, 1934, in Springfield, Vt., she was the daughter of Ralph and Idella (Hewitt) Seale and later stepdaughter of Claudia Nemkovich Seale. She attended the local elementary school and graduated from Springfield High as part of the class of 1952. Following her graduation, Heidi moved to Rhode Island where she attended Barrington College and earned her bachelor’s degree.

Heidi began her career working for the State of Rhode Island where she worked as a social worker for 11 years. She then spent two years working as a missionary for the Grace and Hope Missions before moving back to her native Vermont where she worked as a Foster Home Licensor for the State of Vermont for 20 years until her retirement.

Upon her return to Vermont, Heidi joined and was very active in the Websterville Baptist Church. She enjoyed travelling and often visited her former co-workers in the Grace and Hope Missions as well as other friends and family.

Survivors include her two sisters, Carol Jasinski and her husband, Michael of Springfield, Vt. and Carla Babineau and her husband, Guy of Colchester, Vt. Although Heidi never married, she was the proud aunt of seven nieces and nephews Amy Babineau of Colchester, Vt. and Ben Babineau (Jessica) of Portsmouth, Ohio, Jamie Jasinski (Michelle) of Ascutney, Brian Jasinski (Amanda) of Windsor and John, Michael (Daryl) and MaryAnn Jasinski of Springfield. She also leaves 12 great-nieces and nephews who were her pride and joy.

A service to honor and celebrate Heidi’s life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 10:00 a.m. in the Websterville Baptist Church in Websterville, Vt. Later inurnment will be made in the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, at 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions in Heidi’s name may be made to the Grace and Hope Mission, 4 South Gay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.

The Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre is assisting the family with the arrangements. For a memorial guestbook visit www.hookerwhitcomb.com.

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Jeffrey M. Duling

Jeffrey M. Duling, 51, of Springfield, died Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at Dartmouth- Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire.

He was born Oct. 15, 1966, in Windsor, the son of Francis and Donna (Hood) Duling.

He graduated in 1984 from Windsor High School.

On June 23, 1990, Mr. Duling married Patti J. Morse in Windsor.

He was employed in maintenance at Springfield Health & Rehabilitation Center for several years and most recently, was employed as a counselor with HCRS in Springfield.

He was a two-time past governor of Springfield Moose Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose # 679, and a president of the North East Legion (Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont).

Mr. Duling enjoyed hunting, forestry planting and habitat preservation.

Survivors include his wife and two daughters Jessica and Nicole Duling, all of Springfield; his mother, of Windsor; and a brother, Francis Duling Jr., of St. Johnsbury.

He was predeceased by a sister, Theresa.

The memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 17, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, with the Rev. Gerry Piper officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Children at Mooseheart, in care of Springfield Moose Lodge, 39 South St., Springfield, VT 05156, or call 885-5370.

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Nancy G. Eaton

Nancy Gertrude Eaton, 80, passed away Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

She was born Aug. 29, 1937, in Dorset, Vermont, the daughter of Harlan and Dorothy (Crandall) Coolidge. Nancy grew up on the family dairy farm in Dorset and was a graduate of Burr & Burton Academy. Nancy continued her education at the University of Vermont, where she received her degree in teaching. She went on to become a math teacher in Windsor. She afterward became a social worker for the Vermont Department of Human Services, working in Springfield, Vermont.

Nancy loved the outdoors, she loved caring for her horses and riding with her friends, she was also an avid vegetable and flower gardener and she loved her St. Bernards.

Surviving is her daughter Teresa Eaton of Perkinsville; her two grandchildren, Miranda Holmes and Jeremy Holmes; and her two great-grandchildren, Colin and Gabriel Holmes.

She was predeceased by her husband, Irving Eaton.

The graveside service and interment will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Plain Cemetery in Perkinsville. A celebration of her life will follow at the Springfield VFW Post #771.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to The Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156.
Arrangements are in care of Adams Funeral Home, Chester.

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