Bennington, Vermont – Pauline A Svitak, 86, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, March 27, 2023, at her residence in Bennington, Vermont.

She was born in Cambridge, New York, on September 25, 1936, the daughter of Martin and Jennie McHugh.
She was a graduate of Cambridge Central High School.

Mrs. Svitak worked briefly at the Seed House in Cambridge before meeting the love of her life, Robert Svitak Sr.
She married Robert Svitak Sr. on September 15, 1956.

Her primary role was being a loving mother and wife and ensuring her family’s happiness. While raising her four children, Pauline was a proud Avon representative. She later worked at JCPenny. Once retired from JCPenny’s, Pauline enjoyed time with her husband, Robert, children, and many grandchildren.

Pauline never passed up a good tag sale and was always willing to barter on the price. She loved singing in the Sacred Heart church choir and had the voice of an angel. She was always looking out for her family and wanted to get them a deal, which led to her famous catchphrase, “Does a coupon ever really expire?” Through retirement Pauline and her husband Robert would go to the Casino and have a good time together at the slots. Above all, Pauline enjoyed being in the presence of her family, where she would always share a story, a good joke, and a trivia fact at family functions.

Pauline had a heart of gold and was always looking out for the best interest of her family, and she will be deeply missed by them all.

Survivors include her three children and their spouses. Daughters Peggy (Mike) Burke of Hull, MA and Ann (Duane) Peacock of Shaftsbury, VT. Son William (Angela) Svitak of Rutland, VT. Nine grandchildren, Braden (Alyssa), Conner (Melissa) and Jensen (Aaron) Burke, Duane Jr. (Marcy), Diane (Jason), Brad (James), and Erin (Nico) Peacock, Kaylee and Marin Svitak, and three great-grandchildren Mason Peacock, Grayson and Willa Burke and many nieces and nephews.

Pauline was predeceased by her husband, Robert Svitak Sr., her son, Robert Svitak Jr., and her sisters, Irene Gates and Jane Guiden.

A private service will be held at Mahar and Son Funeral Home in Bennington.

In lieu of requesting donations, the family feels that the best way to honor Pauline’s life is that you perform a random act of kindness.

Guestbook condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net

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Cambridge, NY – Betty Alice Watkins, 91, went home to the Lord on Monday, January 9, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born June 26, 1931 to Harold and Grace (Linendoll) Curtis of East Greenwich, NY.  She was the wife of Francis Edward “Beaver” Watkins.  They built their lives in Cambridge where they raised seven children, William, Bonnie, Charles, Alan, Michael, Ann and Diane.

Betty was predeceased by her husband Beaver; two sons, William and Michael; a grandson, Darrel;  daughter-in-law, Sarah; three sons-in-law, James, George and Edward.

Betty leaves behind four daughters, Bonnie, Ann (Greg), Diane (Tim) and Sheryl (Lee); two sons, Charles and Alan (Marion); two daughters-in-law, Connie and Dorothy.  Betty also leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

There will be no calling hours or service.

Betty will be laid to rest at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery next to her husband, Beaver.

Memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY  12110.

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Cambridge, NY – Barbara M LeBarron, 96, of Cambridge, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022 at Saratoga Hospital.

Born June 25, 1926 in Weston, VT, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Grace (Holton) Dyke.  Barbara was educated in Springfield, VT and was a stay-at-home mom raising her children.  She enjoyed puzzles and watching soap operas.

Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Samuel LeBarron; a grandson, David Burch; her children, Donna (Dick) Wulff, Stanley LeBarron and Pat Grant; siblings, Winifred Langlois, Wilfred Dyke, Dorothy Dyke, Donald Dyke, Roger Dyke and a great great granddaughter.

Barbara is survived by her children, Duane (Monica) Dyke of Madison, FL, Janice (Donald) Bennett of Cambridge, Joanne (Carl Wulff) LeBarron of Gansevoort, Fay James of Eagle Bridge, Larry (Kathy) LeBarron of Hoosick Falls and Ron Slade of Poultney, VT.  She is also survived by many grandchildren, great great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and also cousins.

No services will be held.

Memorial contributions in memory of Barbara may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105 or Shriners Children’s Hospital, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA  01104.

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Greenwuch, NY – Thomas John Bruce Sr, 75, a resident of Greenwich, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Saratoga Hospital, following a brief illness.

He was born January 21, 1947, in Glens Falls, NY to the late Hugh and Rose (Ives) Bruce.

Thomas served his country proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, earning a Purple Heart for his service.  He was a hardworking man his entire life.  Tom retired from Wesley Health Care Center with over 20 years of service working as a security guard.  During his retirement to stay active, he worked as a crossing guard at the Schuylerville Central School and as a funeral assistant for Flynn Bros, Inc. Funeral Home. 

Tom was a member/mayor of the Schuylerville Stewart’s coffee crew; he was up at 5 and off to Stewart’s for coffee.  He enjoyed driving around the countryside scouting for deer, hunting with his friends and son, and a was a former member of the David Nevins Volunteer Fire Department. 

He will be most remembered as a loving Dad and Grandfather, affectionally known as Pa, Poppy, Opa and Big Pa.  He was happiest whenever he was with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Forrest, Keith, and Robert Bruce; sister, Marylou Brunelle, and grand-daughter Brittany Smith.

He is survived by his loving children, Thomas (Jessica) Bruce Jr. of Cambridge, Daniel (Bryant Ross) Bruce of Boston, Julie (Stephen Monroe) Smith of Greenwich, Sharon (Keith Boyce) Bruce of Greenwich, Jennifer (Lars) Cederstrom of Greenwich and Stephanie (Arthur) Lee of White Creek, NY; brothers, Tim Bruce, Willard (Cindy) Bruce, Richard Bruce, John Bruce, and Hugh Bruce Jr.; sisters, Betty Bruce, Pat (Paul) Henry, Dale Baldwin, Rose (Donald) Ormsby, and Grace Wilson; grandchildren, Brandon, Rachel, Kayla, Sasha, Brooke, Autumn, Dylan, Liv, Erik, Jordan, Thomas and Skyler; bonus grandchildren, Mackenzie, Madison, and Mia Lee; Great-grandchildren, Austin, Evelyn, Damon, Jaidan, Averi, Kasey, and Raelynn; countless nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 10 am on Friday, December 23, 2022, at Flynn Bros, Inc. Funeral Home, 13 Gates Avenue, Schuylerville, NY, 12871 with the Rev. Martin Fisher officiating.  Burial with full military honors will follow in the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd, Schuylerville, NY, 12871.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at the funeral home. 

Donations in his memory may be made to the Disabled American Veteran’s at www.secure.dav.org.

The family would like to thank the Easton-Greenwich Rescue Squad, and the staff at Saratoga Hospital, D-1, Dr. Newton, Dr. Water, and Sarah Buczkowski RN, specifically.

Online condolences and messages to the family may be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com.

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Sue L DeMarsico, 99,a resident of Homestead Green in North Bennington, passed away May 4,2020 at the Vermont Veterans Home.Sue was born in White Creek,NY on February 5,1921 the daughter of the late Melvin and Eliza Colby LeBarron.She attended Cambridge,NY schools, graduating from Cambridge Central High School,class of 1939. She came to Vermont in 1939 after marrying John J. Mears on June 10, 1939. Mr. Mears passed away in January 1970. She then married Francis A. DeMarsico on June 4,1971.Mr. DeMarsico passed away September 4, 2010. Sue worked at Hale Company, National Carbon Company and Polygraphic Company in North Bennington. Sue also worked for 12 years at the Orvis Company in Manchester,VT retiring in 1981. Sue was a longtime member of St. James Episcopal Church in Arlington where she taught Sunday School. She was the past Treasurer of St. Mary’s Alter Guild in Arlington, past Board Member of the Arlington Nursing Association, member of the Eastern Star, Red MT. Chapter 41 and treasurer for several years and member of the Arlington Golf Association and secretary for several years. Golf was her favorite sport. She enjoyed hunting,especially deer and rabbit, fishing, dancing and music. She really enjoyed anything that took her outdoors, including lawn work, gardening, hiking, snow shoveling and bird watching. She enjoyed babysitting as one of her hobbies and cherished times spent with her family and being a part of a large family. Sue is survived by her sister Olive Chesbro, grandchildren Justin, Amy, Kimberly and A.J. Mears and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husbands, Sue was preceded in death by her son Allan Mears and her eight siblings; Melvin LeBarron, Bessie Hill, Edith Hunt, Loren LeBarron, Ralph LeBarron, Florence Baker, Janet Burch and Daniel LeBarron. Funeral services for Sue will be held at St. James Episcopal Church in Arlington and will be announced at a later date due to the Corona Virus Pandemic. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. There are no visiting hours. If friends desire, memorial gifts in Sue’s memory may be made to the Arlington Golf Association or the Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center Patient Resource Fund,c/o Hanson-Walbridg &Shea Funeral Home Arlington Chapel P.O.Box 525 Arlington,VT 05250. To send the family personal email condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home Arlington Chapel Historic Route 7A Arlington,VT.

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