obituaries

Aug 12, 2025

Hugh Thomas Underhill passed away on August 12th at the home he shared with his wife, Patricia 'Pat' (Reardon) Underhill. He was 80.

Hugh was born in May of 1945 in Woodsville, NH, to Stephen and Helen (Manchester) Underhill. He graduated from Bradford Academy. He attended Wooster College, then Cornell University, receiving his degree in Animal Science...

Aug 8, 2025

Anna B. Somers, 96 of Danville, VT passed away August 8, 2025, at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Care Facility in Whitefield, NH after a period of declining health.   She had been a resident of The Morrison since April 1 of this year.   Prior to this, she lived at her home in Danville.

Anna was the youngest child...

Aug 1, 2025

It is with deep love and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Doris Linda MacNeil (Dolly) on August 1st 2025, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by intellect, grace, and quiet strength.

Born with a natural curiosity that never dimmed. Books were her companion, questions her compass, and the joy of discovery her reward....

Jul 30, 2025

Susan "Sue" Jane Williams, 75, passed away on July 30, 2025, at the Grafton County Nursing Home, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on June 27, 1950, at Woodsville Cottage Hospital to Robert L. and Virginia (Hunt) Williams. Susan attended a four-room schoolhouse at South Ryegate Elementary School and graduated from Woodsville High School Class...

Jul 28, 2025

Warren, NH – Jeanette M. (Haines) Bixby, 85, passed away in the comfort of her home, surrounded by family on Monday, July 28, 2025. She was born on July 30, 1939, in Warren, NH, to Cora A. (Morrison) and Wilber N. Haines. Jeanette spent many years as a Warren-Wentworth letter carrier before retiring in 1996. She enjoyed spending her...

Jul 20, 2025

Dean Thomas Rowden passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025.  Dean was born in Haverhill, NH, on August 23, 1928, the son of Henry and Kathleen (Gochey) Rowden.  He grew up on the family farm in Ryegate, VT, where, with his brother and sister, as well as his "city cousins," he acquired the purposeful work ethic that prepared him...

Jul 17, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Lee Freudenberg, 71, of North Haverhill, passed away peacefully at home on July 17, 2025.

Born on December 18, 1953, to Hiram Hanson and Julia Boutin, Becky was truly one of a kind—spirited, sassy, and full of heart. She had a deep and unwavering love for her family, especially her beloved son, Anthony "Tony" Livigne,...

Jul 16, 2025

Lea Elaine (Anderson) Winn, 78, of Hanover, NH, died peacefully on July 16, 2025, at Grafton County Nursing Home. She was born on October 4, 1946, at York Harbor, ME, to Oscar Anderson and Sylvia Sleeper. She grew up in Portsmouth, NH. In 1969, she married Christopher Winn of Durham, NH, in a windswept ceremony on the footbridge beach...

Jul 13, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ann C. Hague, who died peacefully at home in Newbury, VT, on Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 95 years old.

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, on August 4, 1929, to Mr. Martin and Ms. Craig, Ann embarked on a new chapter...

Jul 9, 2025

Norma Jean Kimball, 78, of Danville, Vermont, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Born in Richford, Vermont, on July 19, 1946, Norma was the daughter of Paul and Lucille (Pinsonneault) Rock. She spent her early years in Richford before marrying Clifton Charles Wright in 1963. In...

Jul 9, 2025

Geraldean Brock Sulham, a beloved mother and grandmother, was born on February 25, 1936, in Woodsville, NH. She passed away on July 9, 2025, at Central Vermont Hospital after a brief illness at the age of 89. Geraldean was the daughter of Dean Brock and Gladys (Devenger) Brock. She graduated from Wells River High School and worked for many...

Jul 6, 2025

Barbara Chisholm, a dear and loved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who cherished all animals - chipmunks to horses, cats, and dogs- passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at The Community Hospice House in Merrimack, NH. Alzheimer's was, ultimately, too much to bear, but Barbara fought hard and valiantly. Barbara was 83 years old. At last, she rejoins...

Jul 3, 2025

Patricia "Pat" A. Hart, 78, of Topsham, VT, peacefully passed away at home on July 3, 2025, following a more than 10-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. Pat was born to Duane and Angeline Stender on May 2, 1947, in Hanover, NH.  She graduated from South Royalton High School in 1965.  On June 11, 1966, she married James E. Hart....

Jun 30, 2025

Earline B. Palmer,93, of Lyndon, formerly of Groton, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born February 1, 1932, to Earl and Bessie (Dexter) Brooks West, in East Orange, Vermont. Earline grew up in Vermont and New Hampshire.  She married Bill Palmer Sr. on February 22, 1957, at the Groton United Methodist Church.

Jun 27, 2025

Richard A. Wescott Sr., 45, of Wells River, Vermont, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Born in Burlington, Vermont, Richard was the son of Richard A. Metivier Sr. and Linda L. Wescott. He spent his formative years in the Wells River and Woodsville areas, attending Oxbow High School.

Richard dedicated many years to...

Jun 27, 2025

Charles E. "Chuck" "Poppy" Springsteen, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife of 65 years, Sarah, and their family. Chuck was born in 1940 in Keyport, NJ, to Edward and Edna Springsteen. At a young age, his family relocated to Bay Head, where he attended Bay Head Elementary School and graduated from...

Jun 27, 2025

Julie Marie Ware passed away suddenly, the morning of June 27, 2025, in her home in North Thetford, VT. She was born in Hanover, NH on November 13, 1947, to Leet Ware and Virginia Thurber Ware. Julie is survived by Bruce Avery, her partner of more than thirty years, her brother Leet T. Ware, his daughters Kelly Curtis and...

Jun 23, 2025

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, we mourn the loss and celebrate the lives of Ray and Sheila Fortin. Raymond Fortin, 87, passed away on November 21, 2024. Born on May 21, 1937, in Salem, Massachusetts, Raymond was the son of Adrien Fortin and Lena Marquis. Sheila Fortin, 87, passed away on June 23, 2025. She was born on October...

Jun 20, 2025

Bob Dezic died June 20, 2025 at home, as he wished, at the ripe age of 94. The youngest son of Andrew Dezic and Marguerite (McVilla) Dezic, he was born March 17, 1931 in Jersey City, New Jersey. In 1974, he bought his first home in the New Jersey suburb of Montville. But he always loved the North Country...

Jun 1, 2025

Sandra Mae "Sandy" Boyce, 83, of Wells River, Vermont, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Sandy was born on February 12, 1942, in Bangor, Maine, to Errol Grant and Gertrude (Wood) Grant. She was raised in Bangor and graduated from Bangor High School.

Sandy lived a life full of dedication,...