Obituaries and remembrances
VTDigger offers community-submitted obituaries and remembrances honoring Vermonters who touched the lives of family members, friends and neighbors. Obituaries are published at no cost as a public service. To submit an obituary, click here.
This page gathers tributes and memorial notices from communities across Vermont, preserving memories and recognizing the lives of those who have passed.
Brandon Alan Frost
Brandon had a smile that could light up any room he was in.
Althea Bremner
Althea’s nature was happy, inviting, fun, and open, and thus, the spaces she occupied took on that same energy.
Ralph Shepard Jr.
Ralph will be remembered for his contagious energy, adventurous spirit, his vast intellect, his creativity and ability to solve almost every challenge he encountered, his sense of humor, his love for and pride in his family, and his love for life itself.
Joseph S. Pieciak, Jr.
For Joe, the values that defined his life—family, community, sacrifice, and hard work—were deeply rooted in his Polish heritage. It was a source of great pride for him, and something he stayed connected to throughout his life.
Dr. Betty A. Hare
Betty truly believed that family was the greatest gift in life. She was also passionately devoted to improving educational opportunities for all children, working in the field of Special Education for 60+ years.
Leroy (Lee) Charles Grunewald
Lee lived a full life, fueled by a wide array of passions. Whether he was tracking stocks, sailing the open waters, or tending to his garden, he remained deeply active and engaged.
Paul F. Irons
A man of deep curiosity and intelligence, Paul leaves behind a legacy of self-reliance, community service, and belief in the goodness of others.
Carol Shirley Vantine Carpenter-Thomas
Carol had many interests and was a committed volunteer in the community, serving her local schools and recognized for the over 4000 hours she devoted to patient care at the hospital. She was a wonderful friend to many, and she placed her family above all else holding a deep devotion to those she loved and…
Laura Ida Marineau
Laura had many interests, some of which included being a dedicated member of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier as well as a member of the St. Augustine’s Choir. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit and the love she gave to her many cats and dogs. She also loved her books and movies.
Rodolphe (Rod) James Vallee
It was Rod’s love of the outdoors that truly defined him. His degree in Wildlife Ecology from UVM anchored a lifetime of outdoor exploration, primarily with his camera. Upon his retirement, Rod and Betty traveled the world, cameras at the ready.
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