Phillip Michael Stearns, 49, of Addison

PHILLIP MICHAEL STEARNS ADDISON — In Phil’s own words, “I was born under a cow patty in the farm fields of West Ferrisburgh.” And that was Phil — humble, funny and never one to take himself too seriously. He was born Aug. 7, 1977, to Wayne M. Stearns Sr. and Bernadette LaBerge. From a very young age, Phil faced life’s challenges with grit, grace, determination, and a smile — or, in some cases, that unmistakable mischievous smirk. Those qualities stayed with him throughout his life. Although his life was far … (read more)

AUDREY KEYES BRIDPORT — A memorial service for Audrey Keyes who passed away Nov. 28, 2025, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 1 p.m., at the Bridport Congregational Church, 54 Middle Road, Bridport. ◊  

TOM YAGER BRISTOL — A gathering of friends, family, clients and co-workers will celebrate the life of Tom Yager, who died July 28, 2025, Saturday, Oct. 17, from noon to 4 p.m., at the American Legion in Bristol. ◊  

CAROLYN MARIE LAFARR BENTLEY SHOREHAM — Carolyn Marie LaFarr Bentley was born in Glens Falls, N.Y., Oct. 31, 1937. She was the second child and first daughter of five children, brother Henry “Hank”, Margaret “Peg”, Betty Jean, and Mary Ellen. She was pred … (read more)

CHRISTOPHER “BONES” CHRISTIAN ORWELL — Christopher “Bones” Christian, born Aug. 12, 1988, passed away Sept. 3, 2026, surrounded by family, at the age of 38. Christopher was someone who truly enjoyed life and the people he shared it with. He loved playing … (read more)

CARMEN Q. CRAM LEICESTER — Carmen Q. Cram, age 70, died unexpectedly Sept. 4, 2026, at Porter Hospital in Middlebury. Carmen was born in Middlebury Dec. 24, 1955. She was the daughter of Victor and Alice (Condon) Quesnel. She grew up on the family farm in … (read more)

PAUL RAYMOND FRANCOEUR LEICESTER — Paul Raymond Francoeur, 68, died peacefully in nature at his home in Leicester Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, surrounded by people and animals who love him with their entire hearts just as he wanted, ending a more than seven-yea … (read more)

WAYMAN BUTTERFIELD NORTON MIDDLEBURY — Wayman Butterfield Norton was born March 15, 1937, in Burlington, Vt., and grew up in Bristol with his parents, Alta and Reuben, and his younger brother, William. At a time when many people with developmental disabil … (read more)

ELIZABETH WEIR TOOR MIDDLEBURY — Elizabeth Weir Toor died at age 99 on Aug. 24, 2026, in Middlebury, Vt. Beth was a brilliant scientist, mother, wife, dog lover (particularly Irish and Gordon Setters), passionate supporter of women’s choice and voting rig … (read more)

ANTHONY MICHAEL KIMBALL ARIZONA — Anthony Michael Kimball joined his sister Amber, in heaven Aug. 30, 2026, at the age of 34. Tony was born and raised in Vermont before moving to Arizona 11 years ago. Despite his time in the desert suburbs, he remained a … (read more)

LAS VEGAS, Nev. — James Murray, of Las Vegas Nev., passed away Sept. 3, 2026, at University Medical Center Hospital, Las Vegas. He was born Oct. 15, 1955, in Middlebury, Vt., the son of Thomas and Lucienne (Borthwick) Murray. Jim was predeceased by his pa … (read more)

PAUL ROBERT SKOGSTROM MIDDLEBURY — Paul Robert Skogstrom, 97, passed away peacefully at home Sept. 5, 2026, four days before his 98th birthday. He was born Sept. 9, 1928, in Worcester, Mass., to parents John Gunnar and Amelia Pehrson Skogstrom. He attende … (read more)

SALISBURY — A graveside service for Bruce Brown, who died Dec. 27, 2025, will be held Sunday, Sept 13, at 11 a.m., at the Westside Cemetery in Salisbury. ◊  

REVA ANN COUSINO BRISTOL — Reva Ann Cousino died at her home in Bristol Aug. 25, 2026. She was born June 28, 1948, at Porter Hospital to Hector Arthur Cousino and Doris Young Cousino. She had one sibling, her brother, Arthur Hector Cousino, who predecease … (read more)

STEPHEN “STEVE” M. FALLON WHITING — Stephen “Steve” M. Fallon, 77, passed away peacefully at his home in Whiting Aug. 30, 2026. Steve was born March 1, 1949, to Richard and Katherine Fallon in Forestdale, Vt. He spent his youth causing mischief with frien … (read more)