POWNAL, VT

— Grace H Martin, 70, a resident of Pownal, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 16, 2018 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center following a lengthy illness.

History

Grace H Martin was the daughter of John and Marilyn ( Gibbs) Tifft she was born in Rochester , VT on April 5, 1948. Grace received her education in Rochester and was a graduate of Bennington High School.

Vocation/Hobbies

Grace had worked at Triangle PWC and the American Legion in Pownal, Vermont. Grace was well known for her exquisite cakes that she made for many special occasions for family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, reading and the many times spent with family , especially the Christmas season which she absolutely loved. Grace will be remembered as always putting others first before herself.

Survivors

Grace leaves her longtime companion Joel Burrington Sr. of Pownal, daughters Melody Mae Gilmore of Higganum, CT and Jennifer Lynn Martin of Kila, Montana, son Richard John Martin of Hoosick Falls, brothers Michael Tifft of Clarksburg, MA and David Tifft of Georgia, VT, sisters Rebecca Gratz of Bennington, Cheryl Sharkey and Linda Hill both of Hoosick Falls. Grace also leaves seven grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition, she was predeceased by a son Joel Francis Martin and sister Dorothy Capen.

Funeral Information/condolences

Funeral services for Grace H Martin will be held at the Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home on Saturday August 25 at noon . Friends may call at the funeral home prior to the service on Saturday from 10-noon. Burial will take place in the Park Lawn Cemetery. Condolences  may be placed at Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home.

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Robin was born on August 14, 1958 in Schenectady, New York. She was the daughter of the late James and Ethel (Winchell)Marra.

Robin worked for many years as an LPN often doing private duty. She was an animal lover and a strong supporter of her local SPCA where she volunteered. She and her husband gave many cats and dogs forever homes throughout the years.

Robin never had children of her own but loved her many nieces and nephews. She was a kind-hearted woman who was loved by all who knew her. She also enjoyed flowers.

Survivors

Robin was predeceased by her parents, and nephews Jeremy Jones and Charlie Marra. She was also predeceased  by her husband of 32 years, Harlan who passed on July 10, 2018. Robin is also survived by her siblings: James Marra of Granville, Jane Jones (Paul) of Granville, Timothy Marra (Sue) of CT, Charles Marra (Lynn) of Granville, and Leejoy Ferguson (Charlie) of Granville. She was blessed with her nieces and nephews: James and Steven Marra, Heather Johnson, Jason Martelle, Kim Moore, James McFarren, and Crystal Bennett, in addition to many grand nieces and nephews and many friends. She also leaves behind her pets: Bubba, Baby and Trouble.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 2 PM at the Robert M King Funeral Home, 23 Church St., Granville. Friends may call from Noon until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford, NY. Online condolences may be made at Robert M King Funeral Home

Memorial contributions in Robin’s memory may be made to the SPCA or animal rescue of your choice so that fur babies can find forever homes or to assist with shelter care.

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Max Harold Allen, a resident of San Francisco, and formerly of Wilmington, VT, passed away July 19, 2018 at San Francisco General Hospital. Max was born in Brattleboro, VT, on June 9, 1925. He was the son of the late Harold Griffin Allen and Helen Kenrick. Max graduated from Wilmington High School in 1943 and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1945. Furthermore, He received a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Catholic University in 1953, and a Master of Arts from George Washington University in 1966. Max was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict, and the Vietnam War, retiring as a Captain.

Awards

He was awarded Legion of Merit with Combat, Meritorious Service Citation, Unit Citation American Campaign, WWII Victory Medal, National Defense Service with a Service Star, in addition to a Vietnam Service Award with Bronze Stars. Upon retirement from the Navy, Max worked as a Civil Engineer for many years.

Survivors, Services

Max Harold Allen is survived by his daughter, Kathleen Marie Allen of San Francisco, and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased in death by his wife, Mary June (Deeb) Allen and his brother, Paul Kenrick Allen.  There will be a graveside funeral with military honors for Max Allen, on Friday, August 3 at 12:00 pm in Riverview Cemetery in Wilmington, VT. A visiting hour will be held one hour prior to the service at 11:00 am at Covey-Allen & Shea Funeral Home 44 East Main Street Wilmington, VT. If friends desire, memorial contributions can be made in Max’s memory to the Wilmington Historical Society, c/o Covey-Allen & Shea Funeral Home P.O. Box 215 Wilmington, VT 05363. To send the family personal condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.

The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Covey-Allen & Shea Funeral Home, 44 East Main Street, Wilmington, VT.

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POWNAL, VT —

Kate Erin Burrington, 36, a resident of Pownal, VT passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday July 17, 2018 in Ocala, Florida. She was born in North Adams, MA on April 29, 1982 daughter of Joel and Karen (Wachowski) Burrington. She grew up in Pownal where she attended Pownal Elementary; she graduated from Mt. Anthony Union High School, Class of 2000. Kate was a loving and hardworking free spirit who was an avid horse lover from a very young age. Her very first pony was named, Paco and the next addition to the horse family was Tristan, her Morgan. Tristan and Kate were inseparable.

Influences

There were many people who influenced and helped Kate in her early years with her love for horses. However, two women who helped shaped the rider she was and the person she turned out to be were Denise Film and Edie Devens. Denise Film taught Kate to ride while she was in pony club and Edie Devens was Kate’s mentor and teacher throughout her teenage years. Right after high school, Kate went to work at Saratoga Race Track as an exercise rider, for trainer Jonathan Sheppard. Mr. Sheppard asked Kate to work for him at his training facility in Camden, South Carolina which launched her career as an exercise rider and trainer.

Kate’s career took her from Camden, South Carolina to Greenwich, New York, Versailles, Kentucky and most recently, Ocala, Florida with many stops in between. Some of the amazing places Kate worked include Todd Pletcher Racing Stables, Charles Lopresti Racing, Blackwood Stables, Stonebridge Farm, Mill Creek, KatieRich Farms and eventually, Stonestreet Farms. Kate was an incredible exercise rider and had vast knowledge of race horses and their breeding lines. She was a wonderful horse woman, daughter, family member and friend. Kate touched many lives through her travels and will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Survivors

Kate Erin Burrington leaves her parents Joel and Karen Burrington of Pownal, paternal grandparents Joel G. Burrington and Barbara I. Vince both of Pownal, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Kate was predeceased by her maternal grandparents Karl and Jean Wachowski. The family will receive friends at Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home on Thursday August 2nd from 1-3pm. A private burial will take place in Pownal. Make Donations in Kate’s memory to The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, care of the Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home, 213 West Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201.

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