All Obituaries

Jeffrey C. Edwards Jeffrey “Jeff” Edwards passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at his home in Richmond, Vermont. He was 67 years old. Jeff was born on August 8, 1952 to Perlie and Marian (Rennells Havens) Edwards in Niagara Falls, New York. He spent his youth in Niagara Falls exploring the city and occasionally going to Canada with his friends on their bicycles to smuggle back fireworks hidden in the handlebars. The family moved to Rutland, VT...

Donna C. Schuck (Long, Fox), died peacefully and surrounded by love early in the morning on Sunday, January 26, 2020, at the McClure-Miller Respite House. She was surprised to find herself nearly 88 and a half at the time.   Donna was born August 28, 1931, and raised in a large loving Catholic family in Chicago during the Great Depression. Her memories of childhood were always vivid, filled with texture and color and adventures with her sisters, her younger brother Chuck (fondly known...

Julie Ruth Bennett Russin Hinesburg, VT   It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Julie Ruth Bennett Russin, formerly of Huntington, VT, on January 21, 2020, at her home in Hinesburg.  She was born January 23, 1953 in St. Albans Town, VT to Everett and Ruth (Mitchell) Bennett.  She graduated from the Barre Learning Center and was employed by the former Trinity College and Fletcher Allen Hospital in Burlington, VT.    Julie loved knitting, coloring,...

Richmond - Imogene Mays Dashnow, 5 months 19 days, passed away January 17th, 2020 at home in the arms of her mother, father, and sister. Imogene was born July 29th, 2019 in Boston, MA. Imogene fought a lifelong battle with Trisomy 13. She fought through many procedures and complications due to her disease.   Imogene is survived by her Father, Travis B. Dashnow, Mother, Jena Shea Mays, Sister, Lucille Dashnow, of Richmond. Also by her Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and...

Gladys Dinnany Zelman Jericho - Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother Gladys Dinnany Zelman, 76, of Jericho, Vermont, passed peacefully on Monday January 13 at Vermont Respite House following several severe strokes. Having been one of the first hospice nurses in Vermont, and knowing that there were no acceptable paths to recovery for herself, she elected to leave on her own terms, refusing further treatment. Gladys was born in Jackson Heights, NY and spent much of her childhood living near...

Aidan John Michael Frosolone of Richmond passed away on January 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Aidan graduated from Mount Mansfield Union High School in June of 2017. He previously worked as a chef at The Hatchet and was currently working as a chef at Stone Corral.   Aidan had a passion for music and was a talented musician. His quick wit and sarcastic sense of humor kept those around him in constant laughter. He was a practical joker who loved to make his mom laugh. He and...

Barry A. Salant Richmond, VT   We are saddened to announce the passing of Barry A. Salant, 71, of Richmond, VT, on December 31, 2019, after a brief illness.  Spring services are being planned.  A complete obituary will appear on giffordfuneralhome.com at a later date. Arrangements are in care of Gifford Funeral Home, 22 Depot Street, Richmond, VT. 

Darryl Hayden Hinesburg, VT   On Monday, December 30, 2019, Darryl Lee Hayden, beloved father, brother, and Papa passed away at home after a long battle with heart disease.  Darryl was born in Burlington, VT on December 19,1950 to Lyle Hayden and Leona Ploof and was raised in Hinesburg, VT.   Following his 1969 graduation from Hinesburg High School, Darryl joined the United States Army, serving in the 101st Airborne in Vietnam as a medevac helicopter crewman, and was...

Timothy M. McCarthy  Richmond, VT Timothy M. McCarthy, 53, son of Gene (deceased) and Linda McCarthy of Richmond, VT passed away on December 22, 2019 after a long battle with Huntington’s disease.  Tim was a lifelong resident of Vermont.  He loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing and skiing around the northeast as well as vacations with family on Martha’s Vineyard.  Tim was a father of two and leaves behind his son Bryan of Ferrisburgh, VT, daughter...

Katherine C. Kilpeck Richmond, VT   Katherine C. Kilpeck, 91, of Richmond, VT, passed away peacefully at home on December 19, 2019.  In accordance with Katherine’s wishes, there will be no visiting hours.  Service details are incomplete at this time and will be announced on the Gifford Funeral Home website in early January.  A complete obituary will also be posted on the website at that time. Arrangements are in care of Gifford Funeral Home, 22 Depot Street,...