PAGE 6A — Addison Independent, Thursday, February 2, 2017
ADDISON COUNTY
Obituaries
Barbara Allen, 90, Middlebury
MIDDLEBURY — Barbara (Brown) Allen, 90, passed away Jan. 26, 2017 in Middlebury, Vt., where she lived for the past 48 years. She was predeceased by her husband, David M. Allen, Sr. and son, David M. Allen, Jr. Barbara grew up in Haddonfield, N.J., the daughter of Wade and Ida (Spahr) Brown and sister of Doris ‘Devy.’ She is survived by her two sons, Wade and Mark, and wife Cathy, and daughter-in-law, Louise. Barbara will be greatly missed by her grandchildren whom she cherished, Derek (Melissa), Garth (Colby), Matt, Jack (partner Susanna), Ryan (Laura) and Taylor; and great-grandchildren Turner, Declan, Leila and Ross. Barbara loved gardening, old movies, cheering on the New England Patriots and “Days of Our Lives” TV soap opera. But her most treasured times were spent playing bridge and other card and board games. Family ALLEN LEE CHARLAND SR. game night revolved around good food, children of all ages, adults and cherished friends. In lieu of flowers, the family Nicki DeGraaf and husband Kurt of Vergennes; Angeline of Burlington; and Bernadette of Bristol. Allen was predeceased by his wife Dianna (Mayo) Charland, his daughter Kimberly Charland, his parents, and siblings Robert Charland, Bonnie (Charland) Major and Jimmy Charland. BOCA RATON, Fla. — Michael A celebration of Allen’s life will be held in the spring at Clark Cemetery E. O’Brien, 72, of Boca Raton, Fla. in Morgan, Vt., with his friends and passed away on Jan. 29. 2017 from natural causes. He was born Nov. family. Memorial contributions can be 3, 1945 in North Adams, Mass. made to Project Independence/ He is survived by his wife Barbara Elderly Services Inc., 112 Exchange O’Brien; daughter Kelly Driscoll; son Sean O’Brien; stepdaughter Donna St., Middlebury VT 05753. ◊ Munson; stepsons Michael Quesnel and John Quesnel; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Michael went to school at Middlebury Union High School and graduated in 1962, and attended St. Michael’s College in Colchester, Vt. He worked at Standard Register until moving to Boca Raton, Fla. He worked in the in the printing industry in Boca. He was the administrator of West Boca Moose Club for several years, then retired in 2014. Michael was an avid golfer, enjoyed hunting in Vermont and was very involved in the Moose Lodge #204 in Boca Raton. He enjoyed traveling with his wife Barb, loved
Allen Charland Sr., 70, Vergennes VERGENNES — Allen Lee Charland Sr., 70, passed away Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017 surrounded by his loving family and loyal friends Dick Eddie and Bob Manny. Allen was born June 20, 1946 in Newport, to Bernard H. Charland and Madeline (Judd) Charland. Allen grew up on his grandparent’s farm — Grammy and Grampy Judd. This is where he got his love of farming and trucking. At the age of 50 Allen got his GED, which he was most proud of. Allen loved to put models together with his grandson Tyler listening to his country music and most of all fishing with his grandchildren. Allen lived with his loving daughter Nicki and her husband Kurt where he enjoyed making jams, helping in the kitchen and playing cards. He loved his grandchildren, Sean, Andrew, JR, Alexis, Paige, Tyler and Dante with all his heart. In the last months of Allen’s life his most loving granddaughter Alexis spent every day with him and during this time he was introduced to SnapChat and Facebook. His greatgrandson Jack, whom Allen thought the world of, spent many of these days with him, as well as his loyal cat, Petey. Allen is survived by his loving sons Sid Sumner, and wife Carol of Monkton; Charles Sumner and and wife Debbie of Bridport; Sam Charland and and wife Maureen of Norwich, Conn.; Bernard of Burlington; his loving daughters
would appreciate donations being made in her honor to the Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753, who gave her great care at the end of her life.◊
Michael O’Brien, 72, Boca Raton, Fla.
James Anderson 84, Bridport BRIDPORT — James E. Anderson, 84, passed away Jan. 30, 2017 at his residence in Bridport. He was born Sept. 27, 1932 in Newburgh, N.Y. the son of Charles and Clara (Tompkins) Anderson. James was a graduate of Shoreham High School class of 1950. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during Korea stationed in Germany as a helicopter mechanic. He was employed for almost 40 years at Polymers Plastic, retiring in 1995. James enjoyed spending time with his family, listening to semi classical music and doing Revolutionary War reenactments. Survivors are his wife of 64 years Meredith (LaRocque) Anderson; his children, Scott Anderson of Plymouth, Mass.; Kelly Anderson and wife Jane of Plymouth, Mass.; Tim Anderson and wife Susan of Bridport; Lee Anderson and wife Jane of Bridport; and Debra Anderson of Damascus, Md. He is also survived by numerous beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents and his siblings, Charles Anderson Jr., John Anderson and Elizabeth “Betty” Swinton. A Memorial service will be held
BARBARA ALLEN
Gladys Orvis, 93, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Gladys Culver Orvis passed away on Jan. 29, 2017 at Helen Porter Nursing Home in Middlebury. Gladys was born June 22, 1923 in Lincoln, Vt., the daughter of Clarence and Maude (Masterson) Culver. She attended many of the one-room schoolhouses in Lincoln and graduated from Bristol High School, class of 1940. On July 10, 1943 Gladys married the love of her life, Roger L. Orvis. They settled in South Starksboro and raised their three children: Gary, Gregory and Suzanne. Gladys was an active member of the South Starksboro Ladies Home Circle for over 60 years. She worked at the Ben Franklin store in Bristol for many years and was a member of the United Church of Lincoln. She loved being a Sunday School teacher at the Jerusalem Schoolhouse. Gladys had a lifelong love of flowers and birds, especially cardinals. She spent hours making her gardens at their home lovely. She loved handiwork: knitting, crocheting and cross stitch. One of her greatest joys was time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gladys was predeceased by her husband Roger on March 1, 2002; son Gary, and granddaughter Carol. Gladys leaves her sister, Marjorie Vosburgh and sister-in-law, Muriel Orvis, both of Lincoln. She is also survived by her son Gregory and his wife, Nancy, of South Starksboro; daughter Suzanne of Vergennes; and daughter-in-law Diane of South Starksboro. Her surviving grandchildren are David (Tracey), Joshua, Lisa (Nate), Betsy (Chelsie), Paul
GLADYS ORVIS (Jessica) and Peter (Brook). Greatgrandchildren include Marah, Jeb, Abigail, Leo, Maria, Joseph, Zachary and Clara. Her family wishes to express their sincerest gratitude to Addison County Home Health and Hospice and Helen Porter Nursing Home for the wonderful care over the years. Donations in Gladys’ memory can be made to Friends of Jerusalem Schoolhouse Attn: Susan Klaiber 1145 Jerusalem Road Bristol, VT 05443 or Addison County Home Health and Hospice P.O. Box 754 Middlebury, VT 05753. A Celebration of Gladys’ Life will be held Feb. 11, 2017 at the United Church of Lincoln at 11 a.m. Reception to follow at Burnham Hall.◊
Joan Best, 91, New Haven ST. PETERSBURG, Fla./NEW HAVEN, Vt. — Joan (Kilbourn) Best, 91, lost her battle with Alzheimer’s disease surrounded by the love of her family on Jan 26, 2017. Born Jan. 22, 1926 in Bristol, Vt., Joan is survived by her children John Best, Rodney MICHAEL O’BRIEN Best, Jay Best and Joann “JoJo” Zasoski (Ray). She was the grandspending time with his family and mother of Joanna Stepka (Greg), Madison Best and Victoria Best; lived his life to the fullest.◊ and great-grandmother of Jackson and Sidney Stepka. She was also the aunt and great-aunt to many beloved family members. She was predeceased by her parents John Arthur Kilbourn and Marguerite (Fitzsimons) Kilbourn, as well as all her siblings: Miriam Burke, Elisabeth (Libby) Cushman, John Kilbourn, Tom Kilbourn and Arthur Kilbourn. Joan loved her family and especially her hometown of Bristol, Vt. In addition to being a mother to her four children and wife to Barney Best, she spent her career caring for others as a Registered Nurse. In her youth she was a state champion basketball player for Bristol High School and loved to ride her horse, Flash. In her later years, Joan spent winters in Florida and summers in Vermont. While in Florida she loved
John Rogers, 86, Middlebury JAMES ANDERSON on Friday Feb. 3, 2017 at 11 a.m., at the Bridport Congregational Church, with the Rev. Tim Franklin Officiating. Burial will be in the spring in Bridport Central Cemetery. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Town Line First Response at P.O. Box 82, Bridport, VT 05734. Online condolences at www.sandersonfuneralservice.com.◊
MIDDLEBURY — John “Jack” Aidan Rogers, 86, of Middlebury passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 30, 2017. He was born March 7, 1930 in New York City, the son of Johanna (Duggan) and William Rogers. Jack was a true raconteur, and loved to tell stories about his early years growing up Lynbrook and East Rockaway, N.Y. with his brother Bill. All his grandparents emigrated from Ireland, and he was proud of the strong Irish traditions held in his family. Jack attended Canisius College in Buffalo, N.Y., where he was a prominent member of the Commerce Club. He returned to New York to care for his ailing father, and graduated from New York University in 1952. After graduating, Jack joined the U.S. Army, where he served as a medic from 1953-1955. Upon leaving the service, he married Jean Haigh in 1956 and moved to Sudbury, Vt. In 1965, they were divorced. Jack worked in variety of jobs including as a salesman for Marlin Firearms and Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, and as a teacher at Middlebury Union High School. Jack was a lifelong fan of the New York Giants and a Civil War aficionado. He loved to play cards, especially bridge and poker, and would often tell stories of the late nights spent playing poker with his fellow Commerce Club members at Canisius. He enjoyed Dixieland Jazz, Broadway Musicals (especially Rodgers and Hammerstein), and classic Hollywood movies. He was an ardent supporter of Bernie Sanders. Jack is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Mike Harvey of Rochester; granddaughter Molly and her husband Darren Kerr
JOAN BEST attending Garden Club events and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Summers in Vermont she was busy volunteering for the Bristol Historical Society and Addison County Home, Health and Hospice. Joan was a friend to all and always there to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. There will be a celebration of her life in Bristol in summer 2017.◊
Stuart Dickerson, 75, Ferrisburgh
JOHN ROGERS of Shoreham; great-grandson Corbin Kerr; granddaughter Megan and her fiancé John Fabbioli of Barre; greatgrandson Hunter Fabbioli; daughter Jackie Rogers and her partner Tom Moye of Middlesex; grandson Skylar Lobdell of Craftsbury; and nieces and nephews who reside in Conn. He was predeceased by his parents, brother and sister-in-law, William and Lois Rogers. Special thanks to Amy and Janice at Addison Home Health and Hospice. A memorial service will be scheduled in the spring. Donations in Jack’s honor may be made to Addison Home Health and Hospice at P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753. Online condolences at www.sandersonfuneralservice.com.◊
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FERRISBURGH — Stuart Dickerson passed away on Jan. 30, 2017 at home with family by his side. He was born Feb. 1, 1941. He leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Cleone (Jones) Dickerson; daughter Audrey White and her husband Rick White of Ferrisburgh; son Corey Dickerson of Hinesburg; five grandchildren, Shon Dickerson and Michelle of Panton; Allandra Songer and Dustin of Shelburne; Justin Dickerson, Kaitlynn Dickerson and Matthew Dickerson; two greatgrandchildren, Alexander Dickerson and Lily-Mae Dickerson. Also a sister Janine Mitchell of Port Henry, N.Y., and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his mother Gertrude Lobdell, his father Spencer Dickerson, three brothers Douglas, Vincent and Allen; and his great-granddaughter Hailey Jade Dickerson. He was a Navigator in the U.S. Navy for four years during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and he worked at IBM for 30 years. Visiting hours will be held Friday,
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STUART W. DICKERSON Feb. 3, from 5-8 p.m. at BrownMcClay Funeral Home in Vergennes. Burial will be at a later date. Any donations to be made to Addison County Home Health and Hospice, PO Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753.◊
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