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Raymond Braune
Longtime Rochester and Stockbridge resident Raymond Braune passed away at the age of 83 while at home on November 5, 2010 after a long struggle with kidney disease.
After being raised in Fitchburg, Massachusetts and serving with distinction in the U.S. Army during World War II, Ray worked as a chemist in the budding aviation/aerospace industry near Los Angeles. It was here where he immersed himself in West Coast jazz -especially Howard Rumsey’s Lighthouse All-Stars at The Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach. After leaving IBM in the 1960s with multiple patents (including one for properties associated with underwater adhesives), Ray built, fairway by fairway out of cornfields over four years, the White River Golf Club, which he operated until 1989 prior to retiring to his home on Music Mountain in Stockbridge.
Throughout his life, Ray was a generous, iconoclastic, loyal, and humorous person who believed you should “leave a place better than you found it”. He practiced this axiom first as a chemist, as an entrepreneur and grass management steward at the golf course, as a ski teacher at area resorts including Killington, Sugarbush and Mad River Glen, and finally by cultivating his land in Stockbridge. His love of Vermont, golf and skiing, science, literature, the Red Sox, his red 1969 Chrysler convertible, and the best of West Coast jazz brought him much enjoyment - especially in retirement, when he made frequent trips to southern California to enjoy and document through video the jazz that he first celebrated in his youth. At home, Ray enjoyed poring over the Sunday circulars for sales on porterhouse steak or chicken as he prepared to host large dinner parties and barbeques for family and a group of longtime friends whom he deemed “All the usual suspects”.
He is survived by two sons: Rex Alison, 44, of Redondo Beach, California; and Jamie Gage, 41, of Randolph, Vermont, daughter-in-law Kristen and grandchildren Dylan, Aidan, and Elia Gage, all of Randolph, Vermont, who knew Ray lovingly as “Bumpo” over the last many years of his life. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
The family appreciates everyone who helped during this extended and difficult time. In particular, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Judy Jacques, Ray’s caregiver over his last weeks and months.
While there will be no funeral services, there will be a gathering of remembrance in the Spring of next year at his home in Stockbridge. For more information about the Spring gathering, to leave messages, or to join the mailing list, please visit https://www.raybraune.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memoriam to the Los Angeles Jazz Institute - https://www.lajazzinstitute.org.
Ann Holmblad
Chelsea — Ann Kristine Holmblad, 55, died suddenly Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, surrounded by her family and friends.
She was a graduate of Linton High School, Schenectady, N.Y., SUNY Albany (BA), and Memphis State University (MA). She worked as a vocational rehabilitation counselor, as a teacher of the Stillpoint Foundation and School in Walpole, N.H., and as an independent Bach Flower consultant.
Survivors include her parents, Dr. and Mrs. James Holmblad, of Schenectady, N.Y.; sisters Karen Holmblad, of Brentwood, N.H. and Jone Jensen (Scott Andrus) of Schenectady; brother Christian Holmblad (Margaret Hudlin), of Southborough, Mass.; nieces Erika (Javier), Brittnay, Hearher, and Amanda; nephew Matthew (Alysia) and children.
Celebrations of her life are planned for spring 2011. To further the work she devoted her life to, donations may be made in her name at the Stillpoint Foundation and School, 17 East Ridge Drive, Peterborough, N.H. 03458 (www.stillpoint.org) or Vermont Center for Independent Living, 11 East State Street, Montpelier, Vt. 05602 (click on Network for Good on their website, www.vcil.org.
Janice M. Thresher
Randolph — Janice M. Thresher, 79, died Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Facility in Berlin.
Funeral arrangements are pending at the Boardway & Cilley Funeral Home in Chelsea.
Alan B. Rogers
Randolph, VT - Alan B. Rogers, 70, formerly of Chelsea, VT died on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at the Menig Nursing Home at Gifford Medical Center after a long illness. Born in Ridgewood, Queens, NY on September 25, 1940, he was the son of Joseph and Helen (Bennett) Rogers, both who predeceased him. A sister, Helen Davis of Ada, Ohio; and two brothers, Joseph of Washington, and John of New York predeceased him. One sister, Joy Johnston who lives in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada, survives him.
Al spent his childhood in New York and was a graduate of The Agricultural School at Cornell University. He was a member of the ROTC program and worked his way through college to pay his tuition. He served as a Lieutenant in the US Army Artillery for three years, with service in Korea, before operating his own farm in upstate NY. Al moved to Vermont in the early 1970’s, when he became the farm and maintenance manager, as well as a science teacher at The Vershire School, a private high school, in Vershire, VT. At the school he became a mentor to some students who admired him and chose to remain in Vermont. He served as a Lister for the Town of Vershire for several years.
Al believed in living off the land and purchased the old O’Donnell farm in Chelsea where he restored the original farmhouse, raised cattle, pigs, and chickens; and grew apple trees, strawberries, and a vegetable garden. He hayed his fields in the summer and had a maple orchard he sugared in the spring. He butchered his own farm animals and frequently helped other farmers do the same. Al was a well respected and sought after handy man that was always available to help those in need whether it was a mechanical, heating, plumbing, or building project that needed to be done.
Although Al did not have any family in Vermont, many neighbors and friends welcomed him as part of their families and he will be missed greatly by all, especially by the members of "Al’s Committee." In the last years of his life Al suffered from Parkinson’s disease, but received excellent care by the doctors, nurses, and staff at Menig. Donations in Al’s memory can be made to the Menig Nursing Home, Gifford Medical Center, Randolph, VT. Boardway & Cilley Funeral Home of Chelsea, VT is in charge of arrangements. A memorial service will be held at a later date and will be announced at that time.
Alvah W. Currier, Jr.
Fairview, NC– Alvah W. Currier, Jr., 60, died Monday, December 6, 2010 at Charles George V.A. Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina.
He was born in Burlington, Vermont on April 25, 1950, the son of Alvah W. Currier Sr., and Ida V. (Currier) Olmsted. He did two tours in Viet Nam. Worked in Construction and Landscaping.
Survivors include his wife Valerie (Thomas) Currier of Fairview, North Carolina; a son Charles Currier, of Bingington, New York and grandson Michael Currier. A daughter Crystal Currier of Bethel; granddaughters Jenna Townsend, Kayla Townsend, Krista Townsend. Mother Ida Olmsted of Stockbridge; sister Diane Barcomb of Barnard and brother Martin Currier of Randolph Center. A special thank you to his Nephew Richard Luce of Asheville, North Carolina for his support and assistance.
He was predeceased by his father Alvah W. Currier Sr., and a granddaughter Ashley Marie Elmore Townsend.
Graveside services will be held in the spring.
Carolyn Morse
Proctor — Carolyn Morse, 68, died in Rutland Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011 following a long illness.
She was born in Woodstock and lived in Proctor at the time of her death. She owned and managed rental properties in the Proctor area. She enjoyed her pets and spending time with family.
Survivors include her brother, Francis “Peanut” Potwin, of Zephrhills, Fla.; and sisters Bertha Peirce of Hartland, Perky Burch of Ascutney, and Marie Pratt of West Hartland; her children, Charlotte Danforth of Lebanon, N.H., Benham Rogers of Stockbridge, Melissa Morse of Proctor, and Michael Morse of Fort Meyers, Fla.; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
At her request, there will not be a memorial, but internment will take place in the spring.
NILES V. CHENEY
(January 1, 1941 - December 13, 2013)
Brookfield, VT - Niles V. Cheney of Brookfield died December 13 after a battle with lung cancer.
He was born January 1, 1941 in Emporia, KS and he served in the US Navy Submarine Service. He had the good fortune to live in a variety of locations around the country, including Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Denver, before settling in Vermont. Niles is survived by his wife, Sherril Bover-Cheney, two sons, a daughter, four grandchildren, a brother, a sister and many friends.
A memorial service is planned for spring.
DORIS K. ANDREWS
(August 28, 1925 - December 14, 2013)
Rochester, VT - Doris K. Andrews, 88, of Rochester, died Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehab in Middlebury where she had been a resident for the past 8 years.
Doris was born in Rochester, VT. to George and Lillian (Hazen) Kirby. She attended Rochester schools. She had been employed at a mill in Rochester, then became a caregiver for her Dad for many years. She was a beloved nanny for several Rochester children. On October 24, 1957, she was married
to Charles Andrews.
Doris is survived by her step-daughter Ramona Benoit, 8 step-grandchildren, 17 step-great grandchildren, also many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, her step-daughter Roberta Crickard, and siblings Milton, Florence, Royce, and Stanton.
A memorial service will be held at Porter with the date to be announced, with burial in the Spring at Woodlawn cemetery in Rochester.
DONALD R. BETTIS
(January 10, 1949 - December 11, 2013)
Randolph Center, VT - DONALD R. BETTIS, 64, of Randolph Center, died Wednesday night, December 11, 2013 at his home after a short but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born January 10, 1949 in Randolph; the son of M. Grant and Ruth (Salter) Bettis. He graduated from Braintree-Randolph Union High School in 1967. He had lived most of his life in the Randolph area working in various warehouse management positions, including 15 years at Vermont Castings. Don married
Kathy Trask on November 10, 2001 in Chesapeake, VA. They later settled in Hardwick, VT where they owned their own roofing business. Don enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, travelling, hunting, skiing, NASCAR racing, NHRA Drag Racing, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Survivors include his wife, Kathy Bettis of Randolph Center; daughters, Tammy Jo Abel and husband, Robert of New Port Richie, FL, and Jennifer Bettis and partner, John Kinnarney of Tunbridge; stepsons, Shane Niles of Randolph Center and Dana Niles of Walpole, MA; brothers, Gary Bettis of Jacksonville, NC and John Bettis of Virginia Beach, VA; mother-in-law, Jean Trask of Randolph Center; 7 grandchildren; nieces and nephews, and his extended NASCAR family.
A casual gathering of remembrance is scheduled from 1:00-3:00pm Saturday, Dec. 21st at the Green Mountain Gospel Chapel, Rt 66, Randolph. A graveside service at Randolph Center cemetery will be announced in the Spring. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, P.O. Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 or to the Vermont Lung Association, 372 Hurricane Lane #101, Williston, VT 05495.
ADELENA M. FARRINGTON
(April 17, 1936 - December 8, 2013)
Bethel, VT - Adelena M. Farrington, 77, died Sunday, December 8, 2013 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH.
She was born April 17, 1936 in Bethel; the daughter of Paul and Rose (DeCicco) Magrone. Adelena attended Bethel schools. Following her education she worked for Mrs. Washburn, in Bethel, cleaning houses. She then worked at Ford’s Poultry in Royalton, the veneer mill in Bethel and later at G.W. Plastics in Bethel. She was married
to Earl S. Farrington July 31, 1960 in Bethel. Adelena enjoyed vegetable gardening, music, dancing, picnics, long walks, taking care of her animals and she especially enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband Earl S. Farrington of Bethel, her daughter Rosella Leonard and husband Ken of Bethel, her son Cecil Farrington of Bethel, a brother Francesco “Cheech” Magrone of White River Jct., a sister Pauline Connors of Crazets, VA and 2 grandchildren; Rachel and Kyle Pratt. She was predeceased by her parents and 2 sisters; Sophia Rice and Angela Genero.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, December 14th at the United Church of Bethel with Pastor Thomas Harty officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview cemetery, Bethel. Calling hours will be held Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Day Funeral Home, Randolph. Private online condolences may be left at www.dayfunerals.com. Contributions in her memory may be made to Norris Cotton Cancer Research Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756 or to Central Vermont Humane Society, P.O. Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.
