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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Patricia M. Shute

Patricia M. Shute, 88, a longtime resident of Windsor, passed away Sunday morning, Jan. 21, 2018, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, surrounded by her family.

She was born Sept. 10, 1929 in Springfield, Vt., the daughter of Orin and Annie (Jeffrey) Short. She received her schooling in Springfield. She married Paul Sylvester in Springfield in 1951, and they were later divorced. Patricia was employed at the former International Shoe Company in Claremont and more recently as a senior companion for the VNA at Mt. Ascutney Hospital in Windsor.

She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in Claremont.

She enjoyed dancing, singing, music, crafts, painting, puzzles, watching television and especially spending time with her family.

She was predeceased by her parents, three brothers, Robert, Edmund and Louis Short, one sister, Hazel Blanchard and one great granddaughter, Ashley Murray.

Survivors include one son, Danny Sylvester, Sr., and his wife, Idella, of Windsor; and one daughter, Belinda Sylvester and her life partner, David Shaffer of Proctorsville, Vt.; five grandchildren: Tracy, Stephen, Billie Jo, Denielle and Danny Jr.; nine great-grandchildren: Samantha, Brandy, Cheyenne, Kirsten, Kaidance, Bruce, Jaida, Anneliese, and Schaffer; three great-great-grandchildren: Zoe, Connor and Aubree; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service with a potluck dinner will be held Friday, Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. at Martin Memorial Hall in Ascutney. Contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice in Patricia’s name.

The Knight Funeral Home in Windsor assisted with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to her family in an online guestbook at www.knightfuneralhomes.com.

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Nancy R. Hamilton

Nancy Richardson Hamilton, 55, of West Windsor. passed away after a courageous fight with cancer on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, surrounded by her family at home.

She was born Oct. 31, 1961 a daughter of Frederick & Beverly (Beyer) Richardson in Springfield, Vt. where she received both her primary & secondary education. She would later attend Lyndon State College. Nancy was employed by the US Postal Service for over thirty years, working at a clerk at the Windsor Post Office until retiring in 2016.

Nancy was a fierce competitor in whatever she chose to compete in whether it might be a mini golf game or even perhaps a round of dominoes. She loved her rescue cats which would always brighten her life even at the risk of being termed a "Cat Lady". She also loved dearly her Boston Red Sox, attending games whenever possible. Nancy traveled extensively with her family and there would be those wonderful days of discovering the state of Vermont as a member of the VT 251 Wayfarer's Club.

Nancy was predeceased by her parents. Survivors include her husband and best friend Philip, a son, Kyle Washburn and his wife, Cora Churchill-Washburn of Castleton, Vt., a son Jordan Hamilton along with his beloved Allyson Locke of Burlington, VT., and three sisters, Carol Richardson, Sherry Richardson, and Carla Kelley all of Springfield, Vt.

Due to Nancy's wishes, no funeral services are planned at this time. A Celebration of her wonderful life will be scheduled at a later date.

Condolences to Nancy’s family may be made in an online guest book at www.knightfuneralhomes.com .

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Springfield Humane Society the Mount Ascutney Hospital Oncology Department or Nancy would have also asked for an act of kindness and love today.

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Wallace W. Dashner

Wallace W. Dashner, age 91, died Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, in Windsor. He was born May 1, 1926, in Springfield, Vermont, to parents Fred and Ethel (Fisk) Dashner and graduated from Springfield High School in 1944. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps and served in the Philippines at the end of World War II as an aircraft mechanic. He attended Goddard College and then Franklin Tech in Boston to study auto mechanics. In 1950 he married Christine Hill of Manchester, Vermont, and they settled in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and raised three children. Wally worked as a car mechanic at Hartwin Motors for over 30 years, retiring in 1988.

Wally enjoyed music and playing the drums, in later years making his own drum sets from recycled materials. He loved hiking mountains, swimming, ice skating, skiing, playing tennis, bicycling, creating new games and inventing tools and gadgets. He liked to joke and tell stories. He was an avid photographer with his own dark room.

Wally was predeceased by his parents and brother Bobby, his son Mark in 1987 and by his wife Christine in 2005. He is survived by daughter Pama and husband John Dangelo, grandchildren Kelsey Dangelo-Worth and Brendan Dangelo all of Windsor, daughter Gail and husband Rad Nutting of Westhampton, Massachusetts, grandchildren Amos Singley and Emily Singley, great-granddaughter Lily Walker of Greenfield, Massachusetts, grandsons Ryan Singley of Berlin, New Hampshire and Justin Singley of Athol, Massachusetts, great-grandchildren Jennifer Conrad, Anthony Morse, Jonathon Singley and his cat Tina.

There will be a graveside service in Greenfield, Massachusetts at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Cedar Hill Health Care Center activity fund or the Ascutney Trails Association.

The Knight Funeral Home in Windsor assisted with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to his family in an online guestbook at www.knightfuneralhomes.com .

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Marjorie B. Surrell

Marjorie Banyea Surrell, 96, died Thursday morning, April 13, 2017, at her home in Newport. She was born Feb. 12, 1921, in Newport, the daughter of Amos and Grace E. (Springer) Banyea.

She attended Windsor schools and graduated from Springfield High School in Springfield, Vermont. On Oct. 20, 1940, she married Ralph Winthrop Surrell. They made their home in Windsor, where they raised their three children.

Being a homemaker she was involved, when her children were growing up, in leadership roles for the Brownies, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts organizations in Windsor, which she greatly enjoyed.

Later she worked at Polly’s Flower Shop on Main Street in Windsor as the assistant clerk of floral arrangements.

Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, Ralph, who died Jan. 8, 2002; two brothers, Leonard Banyea and Raymond Everett Banyea; a sister, Dorothy Cummings; and a longtime companion, Leighton Monroe.

She is survived by her son, Raymond Erwin Surrell of Walpole; two daughters, Gloria Jean Bruce of Skowhegan, Maine and Janice Dee Hammond of Glover, Vermont; 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Ascutney Cemetery in Windsor.

Condolences may be expressed to Marjorie’s family in an online guestbook at www.knightfuneralhomes.com.

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Eleanor J. Houghton

Eleanor J. Houghton, 93, a longtime resident of Springfield, passed away Tuesday morning, Jan. 10, 2017, at the Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center in Springfield.

She was born May 13, 1923, in West Windsor, the daughter of Louis and Myrtle (Clay) Merrill. She received her schooling in West Windsor and Windsor, graduating from Windsor High School in 1942. She married Frank H. Houghton on May 9, 1952 in North Springfield. She and her husband operated the family farm in West Windsor for many years. Mrs. Houghton was an active member of the 4-H Club, winning many awards over the years. She was also a member of the Happy Homemakers Club in Ascutney, the 251 Club and had attended the North Springfield Baptist Church for several years.

Eleanor enjoyed crafts, crocheting and sewing. She was fond of animals, especially her cats, and greatly enjoyed spending time with her family. Her husband passed away in 2009. She was also predeceased one son, David Houghton in December of 2016.

Survivors include one daughter, Judy Spaulding and her husband, Carl, of North Springfield; one daughter-in-law, Nancy Houghton of South Charlestown; six grandchildren, Tracy Benedict, Kevin Spaulding, Todd Houghton, Toby Houghton, Tanya Frady and Lori Altfather; several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, at the Knight Funeral Home in Windsor. A prayer service will begin at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. George Keeler, Pastor of the North Springfield Baptist Church, officiating. Committal services will be held in the spring at the Brownsville Cemetery in West Windsor.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156. Condolences may be expressed to her family in an online guestbook at www.knightfuneralhomes.com.

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Jeannette L. Morse

Jeannette L. Morse, 51, of Windsor, died on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, losing her battle with cancer at Mount Ascutney Hospital. She was born Nov. 20, 1964, in Springfield, Vermont, the daughter of Elmer and Charlotte (Wilson) Lawrence.

She had been working for the Eagle Times as a delivery driver and had previously worked for Rogers Fabricare. Jeannette enjoyed hunting, fishing and her cats. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She and her husband had just celebrated their 25th anniversary.

The family includes her husband, Kenneth E. Morse Sr. of Windsor, whom she married Oct. 15, 1994; two sons, Thomas Sperry of Springfield and Timothy Wright Jr. of Lempster; her stepchildren, Kenneth Morse of Claremont, Tina Champney of Lempster and Jessica Morse of Bellows Falls; 17 grandchildren; three brothers, Anthony Lawrence, Kenneth Lawrence Sr., and Bryan Lawrence, all of Springfield; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and a grandson, Colby Eric Morse.

The family would like to thank Maggie Moore and the staff at Mount Ascutney Hospital for their excellent care of Jeannette.

A visiting hour will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad St., in Claremont. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. at the funeral home, with Rev. Dale Nicholas officiating. Burial will follow at Edminster Cemetery in Cornish. Donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society.

To view an online memorial or send a private message of condolence, visit www.stringerfh.com.

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Marshall G. Brown

Marshall G. Brown, 67, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, at his home in Windsor. He was born Nov. 21, 1948, in North Troy, the son of George and Marjorie (Mead) Brown. He attended schools in the North Country.

Mr. Brown worked on the family farm with his father in North Troy. He owned and operated LHD Taxi Service with his wife, Lillian, in Bellows Falls for many years. Prior to operating the taxi service, Mr. Brown worked at Robertson’s Paper Mill in Bellows Falls for several years.

He was a member of the Springfield Assembly of God Church in Springfield, Gassetts Grange, Bridgewater Grange and Pomona Grange.

He enjoyed playing and calling bingo, was a member of a Bible study group, book club and walking group at his apartment complex. He enjoyed attending band concerts as well. He was a devoted Christian and was always willing to help others.

He is survived by one brother, Jason, and one sister, Linda. Also by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, at Springfield Assembly of God Church in Springfield. The Rev. Marc Aube, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in New Westminster Cemetery in Westminster, where he will be buried beside his wife, Lillian. Contributions may be made in his memory to Assembly of God Church for children’s ministries, 269 River St., Springfield, VT 05156. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Julia R. Flood

Julia Rose Flood, 80, of Springfield, died Sunday, June 26, 2016, at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

She was born May 19, 1936, in Windsor, the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Simennali) Garcia. She attended schools and graduated from Windsor High School.

In addition to being a mother and homemaker, she worked at Mack Molding in Cavendish for a short time.

She is survived by three sons: Joseph Digby and Edward Digby, both of South Royalton, and Charles Taylor of Oregon; two daughters: Wanda Daniels of White River Junction and Juanita Plumb of Georgia; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three sisters: Josie, Eda and Ramona; also by several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Alfred Flood.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2016, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield with the Rev. Gerry Piper officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Springfield. Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.

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Michael F. Connolly

Michael F. Connolly, 73, a resident of Springfield and formerly of Windsor, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2016, at his home in Springfield.

He was born Oct. 23, 1942, in Lebanon, N.H. the son of Francis and Madeline (Brooks) Connolly. He received his schooling in Windsor and graduated from Windsor High School in 1960. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was employed at Jones and Lamson Machine Tool Company in Springfield for over 30 years until his retirement.

Survivors include two brothers, Denny Connolly and his wife, Jackie, and Thomas Connolly and his wife, Betty, all of Windsor; one sister, Roxanne LaBelle and her husband, Louie of White River Jct.; and several nieces and nephews.

At Mr. Connolly’s request there will be no formal services.

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