William ‘Bill’ Arthur Mraz, 89, of Middlebury

WILLIAM “BILL” ARTHUR MRAZ MIDDLEBURY — William “Bill” Arthur Mraz passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, just a few weeks shy of his 90th birthday. He was born in Middlebury March 17, 1936 — St. Patrick’s Day. Despite not having a speck of Irish in him, he was pleased there was always a lively time to be had on his birthday. A lifelong Vermonter, Bill was well known to many for his ingenuity, independence, storytelling and dry wit. Bill grew up on South Munger Street … (read more)

STUART PERRY MURPHY WATERBURY — Stuart Perry Murphy passed away Nov. 4, 2025, at 90 years old, in the home he built in Waterbury, Vt. For decades, Stuart, forever an artist and mountain man, divided his time between building and writing in Waterbury, writ … (read more)

SHIRLEY JUNE (PALMER) WISELL MIDDLEBURY — Shirley June (Palmer) Wisell, 90, of Middlebury, Vt., passed away peacefully Feb. 26, 2026, at Porter Hospital after a brief illness. She was born June 28, 1935, to Chester and Alma Mae Palmer. Shirley grew up in … (read more)

PAUL DARLING LINCOLN — Paul Darling, 84, passed away peacefully Feb. 28, 2026, in his sleep at home. He was born in Groton, Vt., Dec. 26, 1941. He worked a few years at the bobbin mill in Lincoln. He worked many years at Simmonds Precision until his retir … (read more)

JEFFREY TODD HOWARTH MIDDLEBURY — Jeffrey Todd Howarth passed away at Porter Hospital in Middlebury, Vt., Feb. 25, 2026, after bravely fighting a rare, aggressive form of cancer. He was 54 years old. Jeff was a devoted professor, father, husband, and comm … (read more)

BETTY JEAN ATKINS LINCOLN — Betty Jean Atkins, born Betty Jean Curavoo, age 81, passed away at Porter Hospital Feb. 26, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 10, 1944, in Hinesburg, Vt. Betty graduated from Bristol High School and late … (read more)

SOUTH BURLINGTON — A celebration of life for David Crawford, who died Dec. 31, 2025, will take place on Sunday, March 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Ridgewood Condominiums Clubhouse on Lexington Green, in South Burlington, Vt. (Note: the prior obituary had t … (read more)

JOSEPH W. DEVALL BRISTOL — The night sky was just a little bit dimmer on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, following the passing of Joseph W. Devall, 92, whose kindness and generosity were well-known throughout Addison County. Joe was born in Effingham, Ill., May 11 … (read more)

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 Danbu … (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)