All Obituaries

Kelly Jean Tluczek Colchester, VT   Kelly Jean Bracey Nenna Tluczek’s journey on earth began on 1/5/1959 and ended on 10/14/2019 and what a ride it’s been! Kelly was born and raised in Burlington, Vermont. In her youth she was an adrenaline junky, always seeking excitement and living close to the edge. She made a few bad choices, smoking cigarettes being one of them, but Kelly’s intention was always to live life her own way and she certainly had many entertaining...

Eric Morris LaRock, SR. Burlington, VT   Eric M. LaRock, Sr. of Burlington, VT, passed away in the comfort of his family at the University of Vermont Medical Center in the early morning hours of November 13, 2019.   Eric was born in Richford, Vermont on May 11,1929.  He married Mary Erno on November 28, 1948. They had a wonderful marriage and made many happy memories together until Mary’s passing in 1996. Eric was also preceded in death by their oldest son David in...

Julia R. Kleptz Shelburne, VT Julia (Judy) R. Kleptz 82, of Shelburne, VT passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at the Elderwood Nursing Home in Burlington, VT.   Judy was born on August 9, 1937 in Terre Haute, IN.  She was the daughter of John R. Webster and Anna L Webster.  Judy grew up in Terre Haute and graduated from Garfield High School in 1954.  In the spring of 1957, Judy met her future husband, James A. Kleptz at a church social at McCormick...

John F. McCabe, JR. Burlington, VT   John “Jack” F. McCabe, Jr., 89, died peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 in Burlington.  He was born in Colchester, VT, November 20, 1929 to John F. and Eleanor (Gero) McCabe, Sr.    Jack attended schools in Jericho and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.  On February 19, 1955 Jack married Claire M. Tomasello who survives him. They made many happy memories during their 64 years...

Edward Lucas Austin, JR. Fort Myers, FL/SO. Burlington, VT     Edward (“Ned”) Lucas Austin Jr. died on October 26, 2019, surrounded by his family.  Ned was born October 19, 1933 in Burlington to Col. Edward Lucas Austin and Ruth Wheaton Austin.   A proud native Vermonter, Ned grew up primarily in Burlington, with occasional adventures around the globe because of his father’s career in the Army.  Ned graduated from Burlington High School,...

Joann Stanfield Burlington, VT   Joann Moulton Stanfield passed away at her home on October 22, 2019 to join her beloved Bob.  Joann was born on November 22, 1940 in Marietta OH, the daughter of David and Grace (Morrison) Moulton who were officers in the Salvation Army and younger sister of her much adored brothers Arthur and Alan.  As officers, they moved often with their family, to various ministries.  Joann and her brothers would eventually work as camp counselors...

Ruth H. ‘Packy’ Jones of Shelburne VT, formerly of Walton, NY, passed away on Saturday October 19, 2019 at age 99.  She was born in Portland ME on August 1, 1920 to Reverend J. Roy and Esther (Wadsworth) Packard. Ruth graduated from Middlebury College in 1941 and received a master’s degree from Simmons School of Social Work in 1943. Ruth was married to Dr. Charles Jones. They lived in Burlington, VT, then moved with their growing family to Norwood, then Weston, MA for...

Margarette M. Branthoover Shelburne, VT   Margaretta M. Branthoover, 87, of Shelburne, VT, formerly of Fairport Harbor, OH and Montgomery Center, VT, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019. She was born in West Newton, PA on June 21, 1932 to Clarence F. and Catherine (Lash) Markle.  On December 26, 1953 Margaretta married W. R. (Bill) Branthoover in West Newton.  They were married for 61 years and shared many happy memories together.  Bill predeceased her in...

Margaret P. Shaub BURLINGTON, VT   Margaret Powell Shaub, 99, died peacefully at Ethan Allen Residence on October 14, 2019.  After 99 ½ years, her heart finally gave up.     Although Margaret never had a family of her own, she was a “social butterfly” and leaves many devoted friends.  She was “adopted” into the Unsworth family for holiday meals and later for help with her transitions. She was involved in everything and was...

Donald E. Lawrence Essex Jct., VT   Donald E. Lawrence, 88, passed away peacefully at the McClure-Miller Respite House on Friday, October 11, 2019.  He was born in Colchester, VT April 12, 1931 the son of Howard and Helen (Bergeron) Lawrence.  He graduated from Essex High School in 1949.  After high school, Donald proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.    On October 9, 1954 Donald married Christine DeForge, who predeceased him in...