James ‘Jim’ Higgins, 84, formerly of Lincoln

JAMES “JIM” HIGGINS BURLINGTON — Jim Higgins, a consummate outdoorsman but wheelchair-confined for the past four years, passed away Feb. 16, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House with his life partner, Joan Irving at his side. He was 84. Born in Danbury, Conn., Jim moved to Vermont as a young social worker to be closer to wilderness adventuring. He was physically big and had an imposing presence. Even with his face dripping blood from blackfly bites, he was at his happiest in a canoe on running or still … (read more)

ANTHONY “TONY” JOSEPH NERI MIDDLEBURY — Anthony “Tony” Joseph Neri passed away peacefully in his sleep Feb. 24, 2026. He was born June 29, 1940, lived a life defined by rhythm, whether it was behind a drum kit or at the helm of a business. Raised on Pembe … (read more)

LISA MARIE BRYANT RUTLAND — Lisa Marie Bryant, age 61, of Rutland, passed away peacefully, Feb. 23, 2026, at Mountain View Center, following a brief illness. Lisa was born in Waltham, Mass., July 19, 1964, to Pauline (Barrett) and David Bryant. She grew u … (read more)

BEVERLEY BROMLEY VAUGHAN SHELBURNE — Beverley Bromley Vaughan passed away Dec. 27, 2025, in Shelburne, Vt., after a brave battle with cancer. She was 88 years old. Beverley devoted her life to her family and a lifetime of volunteering that spanned over 60 … (read more)

ROBERT FULLER LINCOLN — Robert Fuller passed on to his next adventure Feb. 16, 2026. He wanted to write his own obituary, just as he wanted to attend to so many details at the end of his life. Here is what he wrote from his heart: “My primary objective in … (read more)

BETTY ANNE NORRIS MONKTON — On Feb. 18, 2026, Betty Anne Norris was called home to be with the Lord. She passed away peacefully at Greg and Denise’s home in Starksboro. Her parents were Hervey and Olive (Brown) Hanson. Betty was born at home in Starksboro … (read more)

JOHN D. BOWKER SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. — John D. Bowker, 95, of Sun City Center FL, formerly of Princeton Junction, N.J., and Middlebury, Vt., passed away peacefully Feb. 15, 2026. He was born in Middlebury, Vt., Nov. 18, 1930, at Porter Hospital. He is pre … (read more)

KATHLEEN MARY FOLEY CASTLETON — Kathleen Mary Foley of Castleton, Vt., passed away peacefully Feb. 17, 2026, at Rutland Regional Medical Center with family by her side. She was born in Rutland July 28, 1956, to Mary (Mallory) and Paul Foley and went on to … (read more)

MIDDLEBURY — Please join us to celebrate Priscilla Baker’s life on Saturday, April 25, at 1 p.m. at the Congregational Church in Middlebury, Vt. Baker died Feb. 5, 2026.

LLEWELLYN “WELLY” K. COBDEN HINESBURG — Llewellyn “Welly” K. Cobden, 57, of Hinesburg, Vt., beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly, seemingly at the pinnacle of health Oct. 13, 2025. Welly was born on Oct. 29, 1967, to … (read more)

CHRISTOPHER JOHN CONNOR BRIDPORT — Christopher John Connor, 75, of Bridport, Vt., passed away peacefully Feb. 7, 2026, from natural causes after a long illness. Born Jan. 1, 1951, in Providence, R.I., Christopher — known simply as Chris to most and Chriss … (read more)

L. LEE MATHER KEENE, N.H. — Lauri Lee Mather (née Potter) passed away Feb. 2, 2026, at her home in Keene, N.H. Her death was attributed to cardiac causes. Born in May 1960 to Muriel (Clough) Emmons and David Potter, Lee spent her childhood in Vergennes, V … (read more)

SALISBURY — Edward Scott Galvin, passed away Feb. 11, 2026, at the age of 59 in Salisbury, Vt. Sanderson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. No services will be held at this time.

ROBERT JOHN NAYLOR II SALISBURY — Robert John Naylor II, age 73, passed away peacefully Feb. 8, 2026, at Porter Hospital in Middlebury, surrounded by the love of his family. Rob was born May 15, 1952, in Middlebury, Vt., to Robert and Alta Naylor. He was … (read more)

LLOYD C. CANTIN BRISTOL — It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our dearest Lloyd. A fierce and loyal friend, brother, son and uncle, Lloyd will forever be remembered for his devotion to those he loved and how he met each day with … (read more)