Michael John Pratt, 55, MUHS graduate

MICHAEL JOHN PRATT COLCHESTER — Michael John Pratt passed away at his home in Colchester, Vt., that he shared with long-time girlfriend Suzanne LaDuc. He was born in Burlington Vermont and attended Middlebury Union High School. He then began his security adventures starting with Middlebury College. He was predeceased by his father, Gerald R. Pratt; grandparents Lucien and Thea Desabrais; and his aunt Lisa Desabrais. He is survived by his mother, Marion Desabrais; sisters April Desabrais, Jessica Hayes, Tana … (read more)

DAVID BUMBECK MIDDLEBURY — Father, husband and artist David Bumbeck passed away peacefully at home among family May 6, 2026, in Middlebury, Vt. He was 85 years old. David was born in 1940 to parents Michael and Elizabeth in Framingham, Mass. As a young ma … (read more)

GERALDINE CASS EASTLER WEYBRIDGE — Geraldine Cass Eastler, age 92, died, completely at peace and held closely by family, Friday, May 15, at home in Weybridge, Vt. Gerry moved to Vermont in February, after living in the seacoast area of New Hampshire for o … (read more)

JOSEPH ARVO EKROOS BENNINGTON — Joseph “Joey” Ekroos, age 70, died Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Bennington Veterans’ Home. Joe was born in Middlebury, Vt., Jan. 29, 1956, to Toivo and Jessie (McMurtry) Ekroos. Joe attended Middlebury Union High School, … (read more)

CAPTAIN JOHN W. WEBER III FERRISBURGH — John Weber’s passion for aviation began early and never left him. A sixth-grade book report on becoming a pilot marked the start of a lifelong dedication to flying. Known for his calm demeanor, sharp instincts, and … (read more)

BRUCE BROWN NEW HAVEN — Due to unforseen circumstances Bruce Brown’s graveside committal has been postponed. The Moose Ride is still happening Saturday, June 6. If you want to join the ride it is leaving from Truth Performance, 183 Colchester Road, Essex … (read more)

ANN SHELLY BARKER MIDDLEBURY — Ann Shelly Barker was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Nov. 12, 1945, to Bob and Betty Barker. She grew up in Connecticut, attended Milton Academy in Massachusetts and earned degrees from Smith College, Cornell University, and Yal … (read more)

MARIAN POLLACK MONKTON — Marian Pollack, 78, passed away at home May 20, 2026. She was born Aug. 25, 1947, in Paterson, N.J., to Rita and Charles Pollack. An only child, she was a voracious reader and keen follower of current events. On election nights, e … (read more)

RAOUL JOSEPH ROY MIDDLEBURY — Raoul Joseph Roy, age 99, passed away peacefully May 15, 2026, at Porter Nursing Home in Middlebury. Raoul was born July 19, 1926, in Limoges, Ontario, Canada, to Adelard and Adelaide (Moise) Roy. He was the youngest of 13 ch … (read more)

LEONARD “LENNY” SCARBOROUGH WINCHESTER, N.H. — Lenny Scarborough passed away May 19, 2026, at Applewood Health Center in Winchester, N.H. Lenny was the youngest of eight siblings, born June 11, 1936, to Perley Sr. and Mary Scarborough and grew up in Salis … (read more)

MONKTON — Marian Pollack of Monkton passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at home with her loving partner Marjorie, dogs Ubu and Whimsy, and dear friends by her side. As she was passing the sky lit up in a brilliant sunset of welcoming. She will … (read more)

KRISTIN ANN BARROWS VERGENNES — A graveside burial service for Kristin Ann Barrows who passed on March 26, 2025, will be held June 18, 2026, at 11 a.m., at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Vergennes, Vt., on what would have been her 50th birthday. If you’re so inc … (read more)

PHILIP EDWIN DENU JR. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.   SHELBURNE — After 96 remarkable years, Philip Edwin Denu Jr. closed his eyes for the final time May 11, 2026. Having witnessed nearly a century of history, Phil prided himself … (read more)

ROBERT J. GARTHAFFNER SHOREHAM — A memorial service and celebration of life for Robert “Garth” Garthaffner, who died Nov. 26, 2025, will be held Saturday, June 6, at 2 p.m., at the home of Shelley and Chris Lewis at 1453 Route 74E, Shoreham, Vt. Please pa … (read more)

ELEANOR MARGARET LEHMAN MIDDLEBURY — Eleanor Margaret Lehman was born Sept. 25, 2007, and left this world May 7, 2026. Eleanor was a deep thinker whose tender heart ached to heal the suffering in the world. She was an artist who created expressive line dr … (read more)