James Barnett Hodges Jr., 90, of Cornwall

JAMES BARNETT HODGES JR. CORNWALL — James Barnett Hodges Jr., was known to everyone as Barney, to his siblings as “Reds”, and to his farm crew as “the Colonel”. He passed away Jan. 28, 2026, peacefully at his home with his loving wife Dee and son Barney III, by his side. He loved farming and growing apples, singing, and being with family. He had a sly wit, and a special knack for opening his heart to everyone as he loved meeting people from all walks of life. Born on June 1, 1935, in Lynchburg, Va., Barney … (read more)

RICHARD ADOLPH MARTINEIT MIDDLEBURY — Richard Adolph Martineit, 81, of Middlebury, Vt., passed Jan. 14, 2026, at UVM Medical Center after a period of declining health. He was born Sept. 19, 1944, in Clinton, Mass., to Adolph and Gertrude Martineit. Richar … (read more)

GEORGE R. MORGAN III LINCOLN — George R. Morgan III, 67, of Lincoln, Vt., passed away peacefully at home Jan. 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born April 20, 1958, in Lincoln, George remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped his life. … (read more)

CASSANDRA REYES RICHARD VERGENNES — Cassandra Reyes Richard journeyed peacefully into the Great Beyond, concluding a long and courageous relationship with ovarian cancer. Born in East Hampton, N.Y., Cas carried with her a bright curiosity about the world. … (read more)

WAYNE STEELE DARLING MONKTON — Wayne Steele Darling, born Oct. 2, 1946, in Nampa, Idaho, died at home in Vermont Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, at age 79. Wayne grew up in Idaho and graduated from Borah High School in Boise, Class of 1965. He was predeceased by h … (read more)

KORY STEWART WRIGHT BRISTOL — With great sadness we want to let you know of the passing of our beloved son, nephew, brother, cousin and friend. Kory Stewart Wright, 42, of Bristol, Vt., passed away in the early morning hours of Jan. 31, 2026. He graduated … (read more)

JETT RHEAUME SALISBURY — Though Jett reached out for a lifeline, the world couldn’t hold him tightly enough, and he took his own life after a long and weary battle with Mental health. Jett Steven Edward Rheaume, born June 16, 2004, will forever leave a vo … (read more)

JENNIE M. BRINKMAN MIDDLEBURY — Jennie M. Brinkman, a resident of Vermont and Cornwall for most of her life, died at home early morning, Feb. 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sept. 13, 1945, in San Severo, Italy, the daughter of Stan … (read more)

LORETTA ROBARGE HAWKINS FERRISBURGH — Loretta Robarge Hawkins, 86, of Ferrisburgh, Vt., passed away peacefully Jan. 29, 2026, with her husband at her side. Born in Morrisville in 1939, Loretta graduated from Vergennes Union High School. For many years she … (read more)

TIMOTHY LEE JAQUA LINCOLN — Timothy Lee Jaqua of Lincoln, age 70, passed away on Christmas Day, 2025, with the comfort of church members at Porter’s ARCH suite in Middlebury. He was born Nov. 5, 1955, in Napoleon, Ohio, to Roger and Carolyn (Sauber) Jaqua … (read more)

WILLIAM “BILL” JOHN NORTON SR. LINCOLN — William “Bill” John Norton Sr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Jan. 24, 2026. He was born Oct. 22, 1942, to parents Reuben Norton of Bristol, Vt., and Alta Butterfield of Lincoln, Vt. … (read more)

MICHAEL JOHN STRONG SR. HUBBARDTON — Michael John Strong Sr., 59, of Hubbardton, Vt., passed away unexpectedly Jan. 24, 2026, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center after a short illness. Mike was born on April 7, 1966, in Bomoseen, Vt., to Theron R. Stron … (read more)

ARTHUR HENRY SMITH TUCSON, Ariz. — Arthur Henry Smith, 85, of Tucson, Ariz., died peacefully Jan. 16, 2026, with his children by his side. Arthur was born July 27,1940, in New York City and raised in Scarsdale, N.Y., one of four brothers. Arthur spent his … (read more)

MARGARET LILLIAN PALMER EAST MIDDLEBURY — Our beloved Margaret Lillian Palmer of East Middlebury, Vt., passed away peacefully Wednesday Jan. 21, 2026, in the presence of her family at home. Her legacy is carried on by three daughters, Debra Piper and her … (read more)

VALERIE CONGDON HINESBURG — Valerie Congdon died Nov. 14, 2025, in Morrisville Vt., after a short period of declining health. Valerie would tell you that the defining relationship of her life was with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her childlike faith … (read more)