Shaftsbury, VT – John William Hamilton, 83, a resident of Pine Circle in Shaftsbury, VT died Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born in Shaftsbury, VT January 15, 1940. He was the son of the late John Hamilton and Edith (Jesperson) Hamilton. John received his education in North Bennington and attended Bennington Catholic High School.

He married Sandra Daniels on May 4, 1968.

In earlier years John worked as a plumber at Tuttles in Bennington and Wade Plumbing and Heating in Shaftsbury. For 32 years John worked at Bennington College, retiring 2002.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 13. A life member of the VFW Post 1332 and a past member of the Bennington Eagles.

John enjoyed trips to the casino, watching wildlife, gardening, hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Sandra Hamilton of Shaftsbury. Two sons, Michael Hamilton (Candy Shores) of Shaftsbury and Shawn Hamilton (Scott Brown) of Attleboro, MA. Four grandchildren, Michael Hamilton (Dana Keus) of Shaftsbury, Bryan Hamilton and Jessica Hamilton both of Fall River and Patrick Watson (Elizabeth Berry) of Swanzey, NH. Five great-grandchildren,a brother, Richard Hamilton (Linda) of Shaftsbury and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was pre-deceased by two brothers, Robert and James Hamilton.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at the American Legion Post 13 in Bennington on March 12 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Ken Coonradt, a friend of the family will be offering a memorial service at 2:15 p.m.

If friends desire contributions in memory of John W. Hamilton may be made to the Vermont Veterans Home Activities Fund through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201.

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Shaftsbury, Vermont – Eileen Marie Flynn (Mahoney) died in peace on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at her home (Avondale Meadows) in West Shaftsbury. She was the first born of James & N. Lillian (Murphy), entering this world on April 27,1925 at the Harley Hospital, Dorchester, Mass. Eileen was raised in the Meeting House Hill section of Dorchester & educated in Boston Schools. After secretarial school she was employed as Secretary to the Controller of the R.H. White Corp. On October 14,1950 at St. Peter’s Church, Eileen married Robert J. Flynn (died on August 18, 2001) and they made their first home in Braintree, Mass.
In 1956 after serving 8 years at Naval Air Station Squantum/Weymouth Eileen & Bob bought a farm in West Shaftsbury and operated a dairy farm for 17 years. In 1967 Eileen returned to the business world and was employed at the Bennington office of Extension Service of UVM as secretary. Due to her mother’s poor health, Eileen took early retirement to care for her. Her mother’s motto was always “the home, the church and the school”.
Continuing this motto, Eileen devoted much of her time to the church where she was a member and officer of the BVM Sodality and served as a Catechist for 57 years. She served for many years as a Lector & Eucharistic Minister at St. John’s. In her many years of driving, she especially enjoyed bringing the Eucharist to those homebound or living in residential facilities. Eileen held a special place in her heart for those who were ailing & enjoyed making her ‘rounds’ as part of her daily routine.
For many years, Eileen also served as a member of the Vermont Council of Catholic Women and held the offices of President & Treasurer. In the late 70’s and mid 80’s Eileen accepted the role of Province Director to the National Council of Catholic Women, attending meetings and conventions to bring relevant information back to members of the Boston Province. In 1993 she returned once again to the business world as Parish Secretary of St. John’s and served for the next 9 years in that position. Eileen’s love for members of St John’s, knew no bounds. She felt guided by the Holy Spirit. Eileen wore out many a set of rosary beads infused with her devotion to the Virgin Mary.
Always a reader, Eileen kept a stack of books close by her side to complete. She loved visiting the library & instilled a love of reading in her 4 children at an early age. These last years, Eileen spent many an hour reading the Banner, the Boston Globe & watching her favorite news shows, keeping track of progress being made by politicians on issues of social justice in our country. She had a concern for the poor, native people and those fleeing persecution in their own homeland, risking everything to make a new life in the land that took in her ancestors from Ireland several generations ago.
Later in life, Eileen learned from her dear friend Millie Beeler, how to knit on a loom. Over the years, she produced hundreds of brightly colored, warm hats, packaged them up and mailed them to missions serving children in West Virginia & native communities in the Plains. Eileen enjoyed wonderful times at luncheons with her dear, dear friends from St John’s, Rosemary Lindsey, Mary Harrington, Linda Meskun and until her death, Henrietta Billow. She enjoyed the company of many other friends, each of whom are remembered by her children in gratitude for the gift of friendship with their Mom. Eileen loved writing, kept a daily journal & wrote cards & letters to relatives and friends on a regular basis. Her address book is filled with names, addresses, birth dates, anniversary dates & other special notes relating to each. In recent years, she delighted in discovering the Jacquie Lawson website, becoming cyber-savvy at sending e-cards on special occasions.
At the end of her brief illness, her family guided her through her transition as she guided so many at life’s end. Her children had the best teacher in learning compassion for the elderly and those in need from their Mom. So many family elders came to live on the ‘farm’ in their last years to receive the blessings of love and tender care to the end from Eileen & Bob. The 4 kids were ecstatic for the company & lessons learned from the wisdom and tales of earlier life in the city; thus Boston will always hold precious memories in the hearts of Eileen’s children. And much to the delight of her children, after living in West Shaftsbury for 67 years, Eileen’s Boston accent never faded, nor did her sense of humor. Even at 97, when feeling particularly mischievous, she would break out into jig and a song.
Survivors are Eileen & Bob’s 4 children, Kathleen (Joseph) Thibodeau, Roberta (Bonnie) Flynn, Edmund Flynn, Kristine Flynn & Eileen’s sister, Patricia Ciccolo. Eileen leaves 6 dear grandsons, 2 precious great grandchildren, her beloved nieces, nephew and cousins. Her dear brother, James L. Mahoney of Waltham, Mass, preceded her in death on Nov 19, 2022.
Eileen’s wish to die at home was honored by her beloved children, including her rock, Joseph & her dear daughter-in-law, Bonnie, who accompanied her every step of the way. Eileen’s family is eternally grateful for the support of our local VNA/Hospice team, especially the tender, vivacious, loving Monica Jones RN. Eileen passed from this life to the next in a manner we all wish for others when their time comes.
A Mass of Christian Death and Burial will be offered at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in North Bennington, VT on Thursday February 16, 2023 at 12:00 PM. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery. Friends may call at the Church on Thursday February 16th from 10 AM until the time of the service at 12:00 PM.
If friends desire, contributions in Eileen’s memory may be made to either St. John’s Church or the Sacred Heart School through the office of the Mahar Funeral Home 628 Main Street Bennington, VT 05201.

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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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Shaftsbury, VT – Carol M Coulter, 81, a former resident of Sycamore Lane in Shaftsbury, VT passed away peacefully on December 27th, 2022 at the Rutland Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Bennington on July 15th, 1941, the daughter of the late James R. and Carnie (White) McGurn. Carol received her education in the Bennington schools, and was a 1959 graduate of Bennington Catholic High School.

Carol then graduated from Trinity College in Burlington, VT in 1963 and began her teaching career in Bennington, where she was employed by the Bennington School District for many years until the time of her retirement.

Carol loved all kinds of music and spending time with her grandchildren. A perfect day for Carol was scouting out a few tag sales- looking for that special treasure, stopping to pick up a dozen ears of Moses corn to share with family and friends, swinging by one of her favorite restaurants and finishing the day reading a few chapters. She was an avid reader.

Survivors include two daughters, Lisa M. Holliman, of South Burlington, VT, Susan C. Hinckley, and son-in-law, David W. Hinckley, of Rutland, VT; four grandchildren, David W. Hinckley, Jr., James C. Hinckley, Nicholas M. Hinckley, and Hannah B. Holliman; a sister and brother-in-law, Jacqueline A. and Edward Leete, of Beaver Creek, OH, a brother, James McGurn, of Colchester, VT and a sister-in-law Jamie Balch, of Burlington, VT. Carol is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

At Carol’s request there will be no calling hours. Her burial will take place at the convenience of the family at St. John’s Cemetery in North Bennington.

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— Walter H. Ostrander, Jr. a resident of Shaftsbury, 80, passed away October 27, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.
Walter was born in Bennington on March 22, 1938 the son of the late Walter H. and Ruth Thurber Ostrander, Jr. After attending Bennington schools, Walter enlisted in the United States Army serving during the Berlin Crisis. Upon being honorably discharged Walter worked in Maintenance for Cushman Furniture, General Interiors and Green Mountain Furniture all out of the same building for 51 years.

Walter loved hunting and cherished times spent with his family.

He is survived by his children James J. Ostrander of Shaftsbury, Walter H. Ostrander (Duffy), III and his wife Terri of North Bennington and Mary Ostrander-Crawford of Shaftsbury, grandchildren Olivia Smith and her husband Jason and Emily Ostrander and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Lois Ostrander whom he married October 30, 1964 in Bennington. Mrs. Ostrander passed away November 21, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his brother William J. Ostrander.

Funeral Information

At the request of the family there are no formal funeral services. If friends desire memorial gifts in Walter’s memory may be made to Bayada Hospice or the American Cancer Society, c/o Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home P.O. Box 957 Bennington, VT 05201.

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NORTH GRANVILLE, NY — Katherine May Linendoll, a resident of North Granville, New York and formerly of Salem, New York, and Shaftsbury, Vermont (Littlefield at that time) passed away Sept. 26, 2018 at the age of 92..

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