Obituaries

Mar 15, 2025

Alden “Michael” Lachant passed away peacefully at his home on March 15 following a long illness. Michael was born in Bennington Vermont on June 27, 1953 to the late Audrey Fienberg and Joseph Lachant. He was a lifelong resident of Bennington, graduating from Bennington High School in 1971. He attended Johnson State College and Lyndon State College where he...

Mar 13, 2025

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Stephanie Marie Predel, 34, a resident of Bennington, Vermont passed away on March 13th, 2025 at her residence.

Stephanie was born in Bennington, VT on February 17th, 1991 to Joseph S. Predel Jr. and Jennifer Reed. She was raised locally and attended Bennington Schools. While attending school, Stephanie enjoyed playing basketball. She was employed locally at National Hanger for 8 years...

Mar 12, 2025

Sherman Harrison Towsley passed to his heavenly home March 12, 2025. He was born May 22, 1943 to Raymond and Shirley Harrington in Manchester Depot, Vermont.  He became the person he was because of the loving upbringing he had from his stepmother Tommi and all his loving aunts and uncles (Towsleys).

He worked as mechanic for Shortsleeve...

Mar 10, 2025

Rhoda Marie Meyette, 77, a resident of Bennington, Vermont passed away on March 10th, 2025 at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation following a long illness.

Rhoda was born on May 6th, 1947 to the late John and Margaret Davis. She spent many years moving to different areas of the country before settling in Bennington.

Rhoda was very talented at everything she...

Mar 1, 2025

Melissa Rosalie Cahill, 48, a resident of Vermont passed away unexpectedly March 1, 2025 peacefully at her home. Melissa was born in South Korea on May 1, 1976 and raised by her parents Francis and Rosalie Manza in Ocean Twsp NJ.

Melissa was an amazing soul who touched many people’s lives. Her kindness, support, humor, patience, and...

Feb 28, 2025

David Glenn Stevens, born on December 6, 1947, in Brattleboro, Vermont, passed away unexpectedly following an eight year battle with Parkinson’s disease on February 28, 2025, in the comfort of his home in South Londonderry, Vermont. He was 77 years old.

David’s entrance into the world was nothing short of an adventure—his father, Jack, drove off the...

Feb 21, 2025

Charles “Charlie” Raymond Staib, 89, of Wilmington, VT passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025. Charlie is preceded in death by wives Rita May, Iris, and Kay Smith. He is survived by his sister-in-law Lois O’Connor of Maine, son Ralph (Helen) Staib, daughter Heidi (Allen) Taylor, all of Wilmington,VT, daughter Gretchen (Carrol) Havreluk, Jr. of Jacksonville, VT. His 6...

Feb 18, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Harvey Halbur who died suddenly at his home in East Arlington, Vermont on February 18, 2025 at the age of 72.

Harvey was born in Los Angeles, California on June 27, 1952 and was the eldest son of Bernard (Ben) Halbur and Ann Lewis Halbur. His...

Feb 18, 2025

Sydnie Mosley Cornell, loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Dorset, VT. She was 91. Syd(Scooter, Granny, Tante Toot)was born on August 7, 1933 in Mt. Vernon, NY. She was an avid traveler, eventually settling in NJ, where she raised her children. Many of her years in NJ were...

Feb 9, 2025

Raymond “Crunch” Carangio passed away on February 9th, 2025, he was 80 years old. Born in Manchester, VT on July, 7th, 1944. He attended Burr and Burton and was a member of the football team throughout his high school career and voted biggest flirt, a story he always enjoyed sharing.

He was a veteran of the Navy...

Feb 2, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Hertha "Hap" Strohschein Colbath, who passed away on February 2, 2025, at the age of 71. She peacefully departed in the comfort of her home in Bennington, Vermont, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on April 4, 1953, in Einbeck, Germany, Hertha was the daughter of Erich and...

Feb 1, 2025

Arthur R. Barber, 71, a resident of County Street, passed away February 1, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. A lifelong resident,  Art was born in Bennington on June 5, 1953 the son of the late Raymond J. and Pauline (Pratt) Barber. He attended Bennington schools including Mt. Anthony Union High School. In his earlier years Art...

Jan 31, 2025

Thomas Elliott Allen passed away on the morning of Jan 31, 2025 at the Vermont Veterans' Home in Bennington, Vermont, from a recent illness.

He lived a long and eventful life.

Tom was born May 21, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to Helen Lauzon Allen, of Bennington, and Elliott Allen, a Michigan native.

At...

Jan 29, 2025

Patricia J. Jordan, 82, a resident of Dorset, VT, passed away January 29, 2025 at Rutland Regional Medical Center. Patricia was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 4, 1942 and was raised by her parents Earl and Mildred (Lynch). In her earlier years Patricia worked for Paul Newman at the Hole in The Wall Camp in Ashford, CT and...

Jan 28, 2025

Betsy L. Waldo, 69, a resident of Goodaleville Road, passed away January 28, 2025 at her home following a 40- year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Betsy was born in Townshend, VT on September 19, 1955 the daughter of David and Betty (Roberts) Lyman. She leaves behind her loving husband of 40 years Marc Waldo of South Londonderry, and her...

Jan 27, 2025

William F. Hughes, 58, a resident of School Street, passed away January 27, 2025 at his home. William was born in Bennington on October 15, 1966 the son of William V. and Betty (Sargood) Hughes. He attended Bennington schools, graduating from Mt. Anthony Union High School. William worked as a carpenter in the local area construction industry for many...

Jan 26, 2025

Leroy J. LaCross, Jr., a resident of Main Street, passed away January 26, 2025 at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Leroy was born in Bennington on May 17, 1966 the son of Leroy J. LaCross, Sr. and Eleanor Skidmore and attended Bennington schools. Leroy was a jack of all trades, and for many years he worked as a handy man...

Jan 26, 2025

Robert James Allen, 62, a resident of Elm Street, passed away January 26, 2025 at his home. Robert was born in New Rochelle, NY on July 30, 1962 the son of Robert T. and Dale (Pagano) Allen. He attended Ardsley, NY schools, graduating from Ardsley High School, class of 1980. Robert worked in auto parts sales for many years...

Jan 19, 2025

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Richard C. Leverson, 90, a resident of Arlington, Vermont, passed away January 19th, 2025 at his residence with his daughter and caregivers by his side.

Richard was born on December 15th, 1934 in Lamoni, Iowa to the late Clarence Oliver and Mabel (Currie) Leverson. He graduated from Van Nuys and continued his education at...

Jan 16, 2025

Darlene C. Oldham, 64, a resident of Bennington, Vermont passed away unexpectedly on January 16th, 2025 at her residence.

Darlene was born in Bennington, VT on January 3rd, 1961 to the late Leroy E. and Caroline J. (Pratt) Oldham. She attended local schools and was employed as a housekeeper for assisted living facilities.

Darlene was...