• William John "Willy B" Barrett, 63, of Brattleboro. Died unexpectedly on Jan. 23, 2025, in Springfield, Vermont. He was born in Brattleboro on July 26, 1961, the son of John and Gloria (Nixon) Barrett. Raised and educated in town, he was a graduate of Brattleboro Union High School, Class of 1979. Will was employed at the Holstein Association in Brattleboro as head of maintenance of the facility and grounds. Previously, he was a self-employed general contractor operating William Barrett Builders. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church and was a former member of the B.P.O. Elks, Brattleboro Lodge #1499. Will enjoyed playing basketball and for several years was a referee in Brattleboro. He enjoyed spectator sports and was an avid Boston Celtics fan. He also enjoyed music, Lynyrd Skynyrd being one of his favorite groups. Additionally, he liked the outdoors, hunting, and spending time with his family, especially at Spofford Lake during the summer months. The love Will had for his grandchildren was boundless, and he will always hold a special place in their hearts. He was the best "Papa." On October 5, 1985, in Brattleboro, he married Terri R. Moore, who survives. Though William and Terri had separated, they remained united in their shared commitment to family and continued to cherish their relationship as co-parents, grandparents, and friends. William is also survived by his two daughters, Chelsea Barrett Viera and husband, Nicholas, of Concord, New Hampshire, and Allison Barrett and her partner, Ryan Smith, of Townshend; one son, John J. Barrett of Lancaster, Pennsylvania; two sisters, Karen Barrett (John Highter) of Brattleboro and Jean Bristol (Gordon) of Williamsville; two brothers, James Barrett (Allison) of Hinsdale and Stephen Barrett (Helayne) of Brattleboro; and four grandchildren, Kolton William, Grayson William, Jackson Scott, and Emery Vineyard.
Obituaries • L. Bruce Chapin, 91, of Jamaica. Died on Jan. 11, 2025, in his home that he and his wife Shirley had built, with his loving family by his side. Bruce was born May 15, 1933, in Williamsville, a devoted son of Elsie Geneva (Farr) and Mark George...
College news • Hunter Smith, a criminal justice major from Westminster, was named to the President's List for the fall 2024 semester at Husson University in Bangor, Maine. • Jesse Peter Dykes of West Wardsboro, a junior majoring in data science, was named to the Dean's List for the...
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 for the fall 2024 semester at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. Obituaries • Dwight Everett Blossom, 82, of Hinsdale, New Hampshire. Died Dec. 29, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in...
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 born on Aug. 31, 1933, in Manchester, New Hampshire. Her twin sister, Miriam Alice, was born 20 minutes later, and they were the fifth and sixth of 14 children born to...
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...