Linda S. Bowker, 94, formerly of East Middlebury

LINDA S. BOWKER SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. — Linda Bowker, 94, of Sun City Center, Fla., formerly of Princeton Junction, N.J. and East Middlebury, Vt., passed away peacefully June 3, 2026. She was born in Worcester, Mass., and spent her early childhood in nearby Shrewsbury. She is preceded in death by her loving husband and constant companion, John; her parents, Duane and Margaret Sprague; and siblings, Jean Kiendl, Duane Sprague and Carlton Sprague. She is survived by their three children, Wendy Lodge, John S. … (read more)

NORMA LAPLANT DUBOIS RICHFORD — Norma LaPlant DuBois, 79, of Richford, Vt., passed away on the evening of May 21, 2026. Born Dec. 15, 1946, Norma was the beloved daughter of Viola and Howard LaPlant. She was the youngest of the LaPlant siblings, following … (read more)

RICHARD A EDDY SR. BRANDON — Richard Anthony “Dick” Eddy passed away peacefully at Rutland Regional Medical Center Saturday morning, June 6, 2026, with his oldest son at his side. He is pre-deceased by his older sister Dianne and his parents, Carroll and … (read more)

JACQUELYN “JACKIE” DUFFANY SCHMIDT WEST ADDISON — There will be a memorial service for Jacquelyn “Jackie” Duffany Schmidt, who died Oct. 1, 2025, at Lake View Cemetery in West Addison Sunday, July 5, at 10:30 a.m. Following the service, we will gather for … (read more)

DANIEL WALLACE BACHAND VERGENNES — Daniel Wallace Bachand, known as Danny, passed away peacefully at McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vt., surrounded by loving family and friends after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma. Danny embraced this … (read more)

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 … (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)