Salem, NY – Jeannette M Davis, 85, previously of Cambridge, NY, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023, one day before her 86th birthday, surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 22, 1937 in Sheldon, VT, she was the eldest daughter of the late Elphege and Hilda (Garrow) Messier. Jeannette graduated from Newport Center High School, Newport, VT, and the Gifford Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Randolph, VT, earning her nursing degree in 1958. After graduating from nursing school, she worked as a Registered Nurse in hospitals and nursing homes for 45 years, retiring from Mary McClellan Nursing Home in Cambridge, NY in 2002.

Jeannette was a devout Catholic and an involved member of Holy Cross Church in Salem, NY, where she was active with the Bereavement Committee. She also served as a Eucharistic Minister to homebound parishioners and was a member of the Catholic Daughters. If you knew Jeannette, you knew how devoted she was to her family; they were her pride and joy. Jeannette was the matriarch of her family, was a faithful and loyal wife, a caring and attentive mother and a proud Grammie and Great Grammie. She had a long, beautiful life, and her legacy will live on through those who she loved dearly.

Jeannette married Landon Davis on May 20, 1961, and was his devoted wife for 61 years, until his passing on June 4, 2022. They raised 5 children and loved having their large family around them. They hosted many gatherings where their home was often bursting at the seams when the family gathered. Jeannette enjoyed preparing family feasts, using fresh fruits and vegetables from her gardens. Family favorites include her homemade pies, apple sauce, jams, and pickles. She also enjoyed walking through her perennial gardens, admiring the seasonal beauty of her blooming flowers, especially her roses and lilies. Jeannette was an avid crafter, often sewing pajamas, dresses and quilts for the grandchildren and dolls and sweaters for craft fairs. She also crocheted beautiful, intricate doilies that were cherished by many.

In addition to her parents and husband, Jeannette was predeceased by her son, Robert Davis; a brother, Richard Messier and a sister, Gloria Messier. She is survived by her children, Alan (Astrid) Davis of Center Cambridge, Carol (Robert) Mitchell and Brenda (Peter) Fish, of Guilderland, and Doug Davis of Shushan; a daughter-in-law, Linda Davis of Cambridge, VT; and sisters Pauline Pooler of Newport, VT, Diane Geoffroy of Bradenton, Fl, and Patricia (Gerald) Royer of Derby, VT. She is also survived by seventeen grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the caring staff of the Fort Hudson Nursing Home and the Teresian House Nursing Home for their kindness and compassion.

Calling hours are 5-7 pm Thursday, January 26, 2023 and 9-10:30 am Friday, January 27, 2023 at the McClellan-Gariepy Funeral Home, 19 East Broadway, Salem followed by a  mass of Christian burial at 11 am at Holy Cross Church, 249 North Main St., Salem with Rev. Peter Tkocz officiating.

Interment will be next to her husband at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville.

Memorial contributions in Jeannette’s memory may be made to Holy Cross Church, P.O. Box 357, Salem, NY  12865 or a Charity of your choosing.

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Shaftsbury, VT – Phyllis Marie Taylor, 72, a resident of Shaftsbury, Vermont, passed away peacefully on January 24th, 2023 in Shaftsbury, Vermont.

She was born in Bennington, VT on August 27th, 1950 to the late Ruth Cook and Augustine Brownell Sr.

Phyllis attended Shaftsbury Elementary School before attending Mount Anthony Union Highschool, where she began high school on the opening day of the school. She later graduated in 1990 before attending the Community College of Vermont. Phyllis received an associate’s degree in Liberal Arts before furthering her education at the Putnam Memorial Hospital School of Practical Nursing, where she received her nurse Practitioner’s license.

She worked at Westen Hadden for many years, as well as Crescent Manor. Phyllis relocated to Rutland for a few years, where she was employed at the Gil Oddfellows Home.

She used to enjoy cake decorating, specifically for wedding cakes. Some of her favorite hobbies were crocheting, doing Sudoku and word search puzzles. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo at the Elks Lodge and was a part of the family bowling league. Phyllis also loved to go shopping and eat out.

Phyllis is survived by her two children; Matthew S. Budro (Jo-Ann) and Lynn M. Peters (Danny); her grandchildren; Matthew Michael Budro (Kaylee Tobin), Kaylynn Ryea, Christopher Ryea, Trevor Burnham, and Amber Burnham, and her great-grandchildren; Onyx and Irow Budro. She is also survived by her five siblings: Augustine “Augie” Brownell Jr. (Jane Mayer), Gloria Jean Harrington, Virginia Harrington, Diane Harrington (Ray), and William Brownell (Lorette Bissette). She has one aunt surviving, Belle Cook (Francis Moon) and is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Phyllis was predeceased by one brother, Anthony Brownell, and two brother-in-laws, Mike Harrington and Wayne Boublin.

Friends are invited to call at the Mahar and Son Funeral Home on February 3rd, 2023 from 11-12pm. At 12:00pm, a funeral service will be held at the funeral home. The burial will take place in the spring in the family lot at Rosewood Cemetery in White Creek.

Memorial contributions in honor of Phyllis may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201.

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Rotterdam, NY – Anita L Hickey, age 84, passed from this life into the loving arms of our LORD on Sunday, December 11, 2022 after a long Illness.

Anita was born in Schenectady, NY on September 29, 1938 to the late Anthony and Lena (Pietrosanto) DeCarlo and was a lifelong Schenectady resident.

Anita graduated from Draper High School and attended Samaritan Nursing School.

Anita dedicated her life to her family. She had a wonderful sense of humor along with a heart of gold. She was a devoted daughter, wife and a cherished loving mother. Anita spent a large portion of her life as a best friend and caregiver, and was an amazing advocate for her daughter Maureen, who suffered lifelong complications from a virus she contracted as a child.

In addition to her parents, Anita was also predeceased by the love of her life, Daniel F. Hickey, who died on December 31, 2020, with whom she celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on February 6, 2020, her beloved daughter, Maureen Kara Hickey, who died in 2011 and her brother, John B. DeCarlo.

Anita is survived by the apple of her eye, her son, Patrick A. Hickey, of Rotterdam, NY.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, 210 Princetown Rd., on Saturday, December 17th at 10 am.

Burial will follow at St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Glenville, NY.

Memorial donations may be made in Anita’s name to the City Mission of Schenectady, 425 Hamilton St., Schenectady, NY, 12305.

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Portsmouth, NH – Marilee “Mary and Geema” Karkota Clark, 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Marilee was born on February 6, 1946, in Sioux City, IA, to Alexander and Genevieve (Lande) Karkota.

Marilee graduated from Armijo Joint Union High School in Fairfield, California, in 1964. She had been a dedicated nurse for over 50 years and had a genuine passion for nursing and education. She and her family are extremely proud of her accomplishments. She earned her Practical Nursing License in 1974 at Metropolitan Technical Community College. She earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from New Hampshire Technical College in 1996 and became a Registered Nurse. She didn’t stop there. She continued her education and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Daniel Webster College in 2002. Her most recent educational achievement, at the age of 71, was a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Granite State College. As with everything in her life, she always went above and beyond what was expected of her, achieving not just 100% but 110%.

Marilee’s nursing career was extensive, she worked in multiple hospitals and had many specialties. Her career started as a volunteer candy striper and grew from there, to include critical care, psychiatric and pediatric nursing. Marilee’s focus near the end of her career was on home care for extremely ill children and babies until she became ill herself. While devoted to her patients and family, her natural instinct was to care for everyone, leaving an indelible mark on those whose lives she touched.

Marilee loved to travel, especially with her loving husband, Hal. If you couldn’t find her camping in the RV you could find her on a cruise in the middle of the ocean, or perhaps at the Worlds largest Truckstop on Iowa 80 W. In her free time, she would take courses to continue her education and enjoy time in the garden with her fur- babies, Ricky and Lola. Marilee took pride in cooking for her family whenever she got the chance, especially during Sunday Lunches. She loved “chatting” and was a skilled conversationalist, spending hours talking with family and friends. Her passion for politics would draw us all into the discussion.

Marilee will be forever loved by her Husband of 29 years, Hal; Her loving Children, Heather, Jen, and Darrin; and Stepson, Hazen; Fur-Babies, Ricky, and Lola; Her loving Grandchildren; Courtney, Megan, Ben, Hailey, Regan, Quinn, Dora, and Albin; Sister, Alexis; Nieces, Jessica and Erin; Nephew, Alex. Marilee is joining her Parents, Alexander and Genevieve, and her loving dog Lucy in eternal life.

Marilee would like to thank her family at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Newington, NH for their caring support. The Family would like to thank the incredible nurses, doctors, and all supporting staff (who became family) from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA for their compassionate and loving care. Especially Dr. Marlise Luskin, Dr. Philips, Theresa NP, Nori RN, Jennifer RN, and Donna PCA.

Services: A time of visitation will be held from 11am – 1pm with a memorial service immediately following on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at J. Verne Wood Funeral Home – Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad Street, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute of Boston, MA, https://www.dana-farber.org/ – an organization Marilee supported during her life. For online condolences, visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com.

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Killeen, TX – In honor of SFC Lorenzo, a Graveside Service with Full Military Honors will be held on December 2, 2022 at 1:00PM at The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery. Sergeant First class Fraiz E Lorenzo was born September 11, 1941 Aguadilla, PR and passed away November 23 2022 in Killeen, Texas.

Fraiz moved to Cleveland, OH when he was a preteen and from there he joined the United States Army and proudly served 24 years. During his enlistment he met and married the love of his life Elsie Morales on November 2, 1963 and raised three children,

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. During his time in service he obtained his GED, driver’s license, and his training in the military as a Practical Nurse.

His military commendations include Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Ribbon, and Expert Field Medical Badge. Upon retirement he went on to earn his BA in nursing. He continued his work as a Licensed Practical Nurse for Civil Service at Fort Hood, TX and retired after serving 20 years.

In his off time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and grilling.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie, his parents Manuel and Maria; several siblings Judy, Jose and Miralba (and two infant siblings).

He is survived by his three daughters Gloria, Ana, and Silvia. His memory is cherished by his grandchildren Vanezza, Fraiz, James, Elsien, Marco, and Alisha and several great grandchildren to include Levi, Leilani, and Adrianna. His 4 sisters Edna, Maria, Dora, and Bethsaida; Son-in-laws Sergio and James as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

In lieu of flowers, the family humbly ask that you make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordbowersfuneralhome.com for the Lorenzo family.

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