All Obituaries

John Franics Moshier Essex Junction, VT     John Francis Moshier, 75, of Essex Junction, went to be with his Savior and families on August 29, 2019. He passed away unexpectedly at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT.  John was born on November 3, 1943 in Poughkeepsie, NY, the son of Egbart James and Charlotte Rose Moshier.   John attended St. Peter’s Roman Catholic school and in later years moved to Essex Center, VT and graduated from...

John J. Keene Essex Junction, VT   John J. Keene, 91, died August 29, 2019.  He was born August 5, 1928 in Montpelier, VT, the son of Julius and Lois Mae (Wiltshire) Keene.   Mr. Keene graduated from Spaulding High School in 1946 and was employed in many positions by Green Mountain Power for 32 years.  He was the manager at Green Mountain Credit Union where he was employed for six years, and after “retirement” for the City of Burlington as a parking lot...

Michael Warren Jarvis Essex Jct, VT   The Jarvis and Murdough families mourn the passing of Michael Warren Jarvis, age 70. A lifelong resident of the Essex Jct. area, Mike, or “Jake” to his longtime friends, was born December 17, 1948, to Patricia Ann (Bowen) and Donald I. Jarvis. Mike served in the U.S. Navy from 1966 to 1972, and was a proud father and grandfather. He loved sci-fi and stories like The Lord of the Rings, and was an avid cribbage player in his...

Norman and Jeanette Pecor Colchester, VT   It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jeanette M. Pecor on January 27, 2019 and her husband, Norman E. Pecor on August 19, 2019.  Jeanette and Norman were residents of Essex Junction, VT for many years.   Norman was born April 14, 1935 in Burlington, VT to Everett and Florence (Charbonneau) Pecor.  He graduated from Cathedral High School.  Norm proudly served in the Air National Guard...

Wilma Ward Preston Charlotte, VT   Wilma Ward Preston passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at age 87.   She was a 52 year resident of Charlotte, where she worked in the Charlotte Central School lunch room for 23 years and prior to that volunteered in the classrooms for 7 years.  Wilma was a 56 year member of The Order of the Eastern Star in Castleton, Charlotte and Hinesburg where she held several offices and participated in...

David Berkley Ballard St. Albans, VT   David B. Ballard, 58, formerly of Essex Junction, passed away August 14, 2019, after a courageous 5 year battle with ALS, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester. David was born in Burlington, VT to James and Shirley (Riley) Ballard May 20, 1961.  He grew up in Essex Junction, graduating from Essex High School in 1980.  David worked for the University of Vermont Medical Center and All American Fitness Center.   David...

Lois Trudo Duell South Burlington, VT   Lois T. Duell, 78, of South Burlington, VT passed away peacefully in the company of her daughter Kim.  Lois was born at home in Burlington, VT, December 27, 1940 to Rupert and Greeta (Brown) Trudo.  She attended schools in Burlington graduating from Burlington High School in 1958.  Where she made many lasting friendships, which sustained her through her final days.   On August 13, 1960 Lois married the love of her life,...

Marjorie Jaeger Thayer Essex Junction, VT     Marjorie Jaeger Thayer, (Marnie, Marner) passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2019. She was born August 10, 1932, in White Plains, NY, daughter of the late Honorable Otto and Judy Jaeger. She graduated from Northfield Massachusetts School for Girls and attended Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs. Marnie was predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Richard Thayer, in 2011, their youngest son Rick Thayer in 2002, grandson Andrew Thayer...

Albert L. Beaudoin  Burlington, VT   Albert Lionel Beaudoin passed away on August 3, 2019 from complications due to mesothelioma.  Albert was born in Lawrence, MA on November 5, 1927 and grew up in Craftsbury, VT.  He married Ellen Dun of Craftsbury and enjoyed almost 71 years of marriage together.    Albert was a high school teacher in the Burlington School system for many years and was passionate about his career and his students.  Albert was a...

Burlington, VT – Eugene (Gene) H. Shaver, Our beloved husband, father and grandfather left for his heavenly home on Thursday, August 1, 2019.  An intelligent, humble, dog-loving gentleman and friend to all has left us.   He leaves his one and only love of 59 years, Mary (Jackson) Shaver; his son, Eric and his wife Gail Gaetani; his daughter, Sonja Fuller and her husband Andy; his sisters, Gale Shaver and Elaine Brooks; four grandchildren: Sophia and Sedona Shaver and...