• Fran Bridges, 66, of Graham, Texas, formerly of Brattleboro. Died at her home on Dec. 31, 2024. Fran was born October 13, 1958 in Glasgow, Montana to Theodore and Caroline (Storkson) Rhodes. Fran's life was marked by her dedication to family. She held the titles of "other half" - mom, and Memaw. She occupied her time in many ways depending on what she felt like at the moment. She was known to pick up a wrench and help her "other half" with the dirty work that went with keeping a semi on the road; or the paperwork that went with it. Other times you could find her outside just soaking up the sun, or in the garden cultivating her vegetables. She was even known to spend hours on end walking through Walmart making conversation with whomever she crossed paths with. She will be missed. Survivors include: other half Marty Hurst of Graham; sons Justin Hurst and wife, Sarah and Kevin Hurst, all of Graham; daughters Shalah Hurst of Fort Worth, Texas, and Tara Hurst of Oklahoma; mother Caroline Podrez of Havre, Montana; brothers, Curtis Rhodes and wife, Katherine of Marlboro, Sven Rhodes and wife, Donna of Greenfield, Massachusetts, Anstan Rhodes and wife, Becky of Brattleboro, and Randon Rhodes and wife, Karen of Brattleboro; sister Cheryl Rhodes of Brattleboro and Joan Cutting and husband, Ron of Guilford, Vermont; grandchildren Cory White, Tanner Tomlinson, Caleb Kizziar, Zoe Russell, and Ellie Mae Hurst; extended family Bridget and Bruce Gardner of Brattleboro, Joey and Renee Hurst of Graham, Claudette and Kenny Hawkins, and Garrett Hawkins of Bowie, Texas, and Jenny King of Graham. Memorial information: A funeral service was held Jan. 11 at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel in Graham, with burial in Newcastle Cemetery.
• Catherine Brooks "Kate" Brown, 89,...
College news • Jonathan Griffin, a senior from West Townshend majoring in business administration, was named to the President's List for the fall 2024 semester at Bob Jones University in Greenville, North Carolina. • Rei Kimura of Brattleboro and Ella Bursky of Westminster were named to the Dean's List...
Obituaries • Mary Graves Bristol, 91, formerly of Brattleboro. Died peacefully on Dec. 7, 2024, at her home in San Antonio, Texas, following a lengthy illness. Family surrounded her throughout her final days as she responded to the songs, love, and touch of her children and grandchildren. Mary was...
Obituaries • Allan W. Blank, 84, of Bellows Falls. Died at his home on Dec. 4, 2024. Allan was born on May 5, 1940, in Johnson City, New York, to William and Pauline (King) Blank. After Allan graduated from high school, he entered the Air Force. He later served in the Air Force Reserve. After retiring from the Air Force Reserve, Allan owned and operated several businesses, spending most of his time with his last business decorating trade shows. Allan...
Obituaries • John William Alexander, 57, of South Londonderry. Died peacefully on Nov. 23, 2024. John was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Born on May 6, 1966, John grew up in South Londonderry, where his love for the outdoors first blossomed. Whether hiking through the woods, fishing along a stream, or camping under the stars, nature was his sanctuary. He was active in the Boy Scouts and received his...
Obituaries • David Michael "Dave" Austin, 72, of Hinsdale, New Hampshire. Died in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family, on Nov. 22, 2024, following a period of declining health. Dave was born in Brattleboro on March 24, 1952, the son of Richard "Tink" and Dorothy (Ratte) Austin. He was raised in Brattleboro, attending public schools, and graduated from Brattleboro Union High School with the Class of 1970. Dave attended New England College in Henniker, New Hampshire. For...
Obituaries • Duff Allan Delano, 70, of Hinsdale, New Hampshire. Died peacefully, with his family by his side, on Nov. 9, 2024. Born on Jan. 29, 1954, in Brattleboro, he was the son of the late Robert and Phyllis (Higgins) Delano. Duff graduated from Hinsdale High School and then attended Springfield College where he graduated in 1976 with a bachelor's degree in political science and economics. After school, he had a lifelong career with the U.S. Postal Service for more...
College news • Lisa Janovsky of Jacksonville received a Master of Science in Nursing from Elms College in Chicopee, Massachusetts, following the conclusion of the summer 2024 semester. • St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, recently welcomed Caroline D. Tarmy of South Londonderry as a member of the Class of 2028. Tarmy attended Stratton Mountain School. • The University at Albany (N.Y.) is welcoming Cathleen Sullivan of Guilford for the fall 2024 semester. Sullivan is majoring in social welfare-part...