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Obituaries 7-18-17

 

 

Elizabeth Clodgo LaFoy

Elizabeth Clodgo LaFoy, 79, passed away July 12, 2017 at Ringer's Home Care
in Vergennes. Born August 1st, 1937, Betty was the daughter of Alfred and Blanche
Clodgo.
Betty was a devoted wife to the late Jerry. Their marriage of forty-plus years was
one filled with love and adventure.
She was a dedicated mother to Jay, Nancy and
Suzy. She was a treasured in-law to Jennifer, Jim,
Bob and Donna. Her grandchildren Chris,
Kimberly, Alexandra, Patrick and Rachael adored
her, as did her grandchildren's spouses, Ryan and
Jermaine.
Betty was happiest with a house full of her
family. Her Bristol home was filled with the smell
of her cooking and the laughter of her grandkids.
Her front porch was the best seat for the Fourth
of July Parade, and her backyard was the perfect
venue for countless celebrations.
Betty and Jerry were avid travelers. With an
RV packed with the necessities, they visited their
favorite places including Washington D. C.,
Atlantic City, and Pennsylvania. The RV could also be found in their favorite
campgrounds, with waterlogged grandkids slamming the screen door to the dismay
of both neighbors and grandparents alike.
Sunday night was family dinner night. Betty's table was covered with her famous
cooking and surrounded by her loved ones. Weather permitting, a short walk to the
Village Creeme Stand would leave the kids happy and covered in rainbow sprinkles.
Betty made the best Christmas cookies. Every winter her kitchen would be filled
with grandkids covered in flour and frosting, waiting to taste the first batch of their
creations. Jerry waited patiently for the kids to present him with their best santa
cookie.
Her career spanned many industries including Simmonds Precision and Vermont
Magazine. After retiring, she dedicated her time to her family and volunteering.
She helped raise money for Cystic Fibrosis and the St. Jude's Childrens Hospital,
and helped organize meals for the Vergennes Seniors Program with her best friend
June Olson.
Betty's favorite hobby was cross-stitching prize-winning quilts she gifted to her
family and donated to charities. Her home was adorned with puzzles, books, and
movies. Her daily card games provided precious memories for her closest friends.
Keeping up with her dearest of traditions, this year Betty spent the Fourth of
July with her family and friends at the lake. With the sound of kids splashing and
the scent of a cookout, Betty spent the afternoon telling stories, making jokes, and
ensuring everyone had enough to eat.
Her family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the following individuals
and groups for their incredible support. Caregivers Peggy Nolan and Karla
Huizenga, whose homemade chocolate chip cookies always put a smile on her face.
The caring and attentive Lana Delorme, Jane Kearns, and Sara Audet from Addison
County Home Health and Hospice and all of the hospice volunteers that ensured
Betty could stay in her home as long as possible. Finally, Jim and Marlene Ringer
and their staff from Ringer's Home Care for their dedicated and compassionate
service.
Betty, the wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and friend will be deeply
missed.
The Valley Voice Family Extends Our Deepest Condolences To The LaFoy Family

 

Mario George Giannone

May 26, 1924 - July 02, 2017
Mario George Giannone, 93, died Sunday, July 2, 2017 at his home in Cortez, CO.
    He was born in Middlebury, VT on May 26, 1924 the son of Carrado Giannone and Eliza A. Giannone (Vittone).  
    Mario was orphaned at the age of 4. He spent 5 years in St. Joseph’s Orphanage in Burlington, VT and 4 years in Kurn Hattin Homes for Children in Westminster, VT.
    He attended Middlebury High School and then joined the United States Marine Corps were he served in the Asiatic Pacific Area with the 5th Amphibious Corps from December 2, 1943 until December 25, 1945. He was honorably discharged on January 15, 1946 and returned to attend Middlebury College.
    He joined the United States Air Force on October 2, 1950 and was stationed at Harlingen AFB in Harlingen, TX where he met his wife, Lucille.  He was honorably discharged on October 1, 1954 after attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant.  Mario and Lucille were married on October 16, 1954.
    Mario moved from Houston, TX to Cortez, CO in 2004. He was well known in the Cortez Community. He was a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, worked at Builders Depot and the South Forty Golf Course.
    He is survived by: his two sons, Charles Albert (Susan) and Stephen Fredrick (Betty), six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, his Sister-in law, Mary Giannone, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Mario was predeceased in death by his parents, his wife, 3 brothers; 5 sisters.
    A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 21, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 326 College Street, Middlebury.  The Rev. Luke Austin will be the celebrant.
    The family wishes to thank the staff at Southwest Internal Medicine, Southwest Memorial Hospital and Hospice of Montezuma County for the loving care they provided Mario.
    In lieu of flowers, Mario wishes a contribution to be made to Hospice of Montezuma County (PO Box 740, Cortez, CO 81321) or Kurn Hattin Homes for Children (708 Kurn Hattin Rd, Westminster, VT 05158).
    Arrangements are under the direction of Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home. Online condolences to www.sandersonfuneralservice.com


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