Nashville, TN – Sylvia Jean Hartzog, age 76 of Nashville, TN passed away January 7, 2023.

She was born in Winston Salem, NC to the late James & Minnie Plaxico. Sylvia grew up in Winston Salem and attended Glenn High School.

She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Art was a passion that was shared with her mother Minnie and sister Patricia. She taught studio art at Farragut High School in Knoxville. It was at UT where she met her husband Mark who was studying for his law degree. The two fell in love and had a wonderful marriage of over 50 years.

Sylvia and Mark explored the world, travelling to places like Italy, France, Canada, Costa Rica, Argentina, and China. Sylvia had an intense love of other cultures. She shared a love of travel with family by exploring new restaurants, art museums, and sporting events including a recent Boston Red Sox game. A skilled painter, Sylvia was accomplished at design, home improvement, and renovation. Her creativity spilled over to numerous volunteer projects with her children’s schools, and she was a marvel when it came to costume design and crafting children’s clothes.

A remarkable grandmother, Sylvia was present for countless dance and orchestra performances, sporting events, and school gatherings. For holidays, she hosted memorable Thanksgiving, Christmas, and birthday celebrations. Sylvia is known to grace her neighbors with her famous, homemade cookies and thoughtful handwritten notes. She made sure everyone felt loved and had plenty of good food to eat.  Sylvia had such a friendly effervescent personality no matter the circumstances. She touched so many people in such a positive way, and her love and presence were tremendous gifts.

Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband, Mark Hartzog and sister, Patricia Plaxico.

She is survived by her son, Clay Hartzog of Tullahoma, TN; daughter, Julie (Roy) Garcia of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Lindsey Beatty, and Sebastian Garcia.

Funeral service will be held 10:00AM Saturday, January 14, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church of Nashville, 4815 Franklin Pike. Nashville, TN. Dr. Sandra Randleman will officiate. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Clay Hartzog, Julie Garcia, Roy Garcia, Joaquin Garcia, Lindsey Beatty and Sebastian Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Rose Pickel, Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Buckspan, Ed Silva, Staff of Hartzog and Silva, PLC and Staff of Heritage Title and Escrow. 

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Walden’s Puddle, Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, Frist Art Museum, and First Presbyterian Church of Nashville. Visitation will be 5-7PM Friday at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at First Presbyterian Church of Nashville. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com  

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San Jose, California – Sandra Elizabeth Terrill November 20, 1940 – December 25, 2022
On Christmas morning, Sandra Terrill of San Jose, CA died at the age of 82.

She is survived by her four children: Lydia (spouse Colin Clancy, children Conor, Caeleigh), of San Jose Ted (daughter Britnee) of Charleston SC, Amy of San Jose, and Drew (spouse Carol, children Claire, Brendan) of Albany OR. She is also survived by her siblings, Charlo, George, and Meghan, along with Donna, Joey, and many others her parents fostered. She was preceded in death by her Father, Mother, husband David, aunts, uncles, and grandson Theodore Clifford (“Tc”).

Sandy was born to Marge and Wes Wakefield in Woodbury, NJ and enjoyed growing up at the beach in Avalon, NJ. Sandy found an early love for Jesus and most days woke up singing, usually about Jesus. She knew thousands of songs and as a teen sang in the Stroudsburg Presbyterian choir along with Fred Waring & The Pennsylvanians.

She graduated from East Stroudsburg State Teachers College with a Bachelor’s in French and also worked on her Master’s Degree at Millersville University. She taught French at several schools and later taught both French and Spanish for 20 years at Faith Christian School in Rosetta, PA. Travel during school holidays inspired her and she took memorable trips with her husband and their young children across the U.S. and Canada, South America, France, Spain and later Switzerland with her mother, Aunt Phyllis and daughter Lydia. She and her family spent very happy times volunteering at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, immersed in pioneer crafts.

Sandy’s other big love was her family and friends, whom she considered precious gifts from God. After 2014, Dementia made it harder for her to move and speak, but she appreciated and accepted help with a happy smile and words of encouragement. When she moved to live with her daughter Amy in 2015, she continued to learn and grow, enjoying a variety of enrichment centers and local events, making new friends wherever she went, and participating at her maximum possible level. She was happy to find Orthodoxy and was chrismated in the Greek Orthodox Church at age 75, choosing the name Sophia. She kept her sunny disposition and positive attitude to the very end, amazing many at her resilient, creative, caring nature that helped her enjoy life richly in spite of the challenges she faced. She loved to laugh, sing, praise God, and give excellent compliments and blessings.

It is with joyful sorrow that I share with you the passing of Sandy (Sophia) Terrill. November 20, 1940 – December 25, 2022

• Trisagion service: 1/9/2023 at 4 pm at St. Nicholas church, 1260 Davis St, San Jose CA
• Funeral Service: 1/10/2023 at 9:30 am at St. Nicholas church, 1260 Davis St, San Jose CA
• Interment at Los Gatos Memorial Park 1/10/2023 at 10:30 am 2255 Los Gatos Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95124
• Arrangements are under the direction of Beddingfield Funeral Home in San Jose, CA,
• The Makaria: there is no Makaria planned at this time

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Plainville, Connecticut – Elizabeth (Dulac) Lackey, 96, of Plainville, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family and caretaker, on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.  She was the wife of the late Donald Lackey, who predeceased her in 2002.

Born in Bristol on May 27, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Edmond and Corinne “Blanche” (Pelletier) Dulac.  She attended Plainville Schools and was a graduate of the former Teacher’s College of Connecticut, now CCSU, with a Bachelor of Science in Education, followed by graduate courses in Educating the Learning Disabled.  A well-loved and dedicated teacher, Elizabeth taught both regular and special education for more than 24 years at Linden, Broad Street, Trask and Wheeler Elementary Schools. 

She combined her teaching career with raising her four children, and touched the lives of many.  In her retirement, Elizabeth and Donald enjoyed many trips with the Elder Hostel, as well as traveling to several areas of Canada and Colorado doing research on her Great Grandfather, Euchariste Sirois. 

One of her greatest accomplishments was writing and having her book published; One Man’s Dedication, the Story of Dr. E. Sirois.  She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mercy Church, where she was active in many capacities during her lifetime, including study groups, the Ladies Guild, and the chairing of countless committees. Additionally she taught religious education, and for many years, was a friendly and familiar face at daily mass.

The family would like to thank Betty’s caregivers, Priscilla and Rosemary for their excellent care and also the staff at Always Best Care for their support and assistance.

 Donations may be made in Elizabeth’s name to Our Lady of Calvary Retreat House 31 Colton Street Farmington, CT.

She is survived by her children, Maureen Lackey, with whom she made her home, Karen Raccio and her husband, Edward, and Christine Huhn and her husband Gregory; her grandchildren, Christine Arruda and her husband, Eric, Daniel Raccio, Michael Huhn and Joseph Huhn; and three great-grandchildren, Mason, Bryce, and Jack Arruda.  She also leaves her sister and best friend, Theresa Rapacky, along with many nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband Donald, she was predeceased by her son, Kevin Lackey, and her brothers, Joseph and Richard Dulac.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 9 a.m. from Plainville Funeral Home, 81 Broad St, Plainville, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church.  Committal will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Southington.  Family and friends may gather on Tuesday evening, from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.   Memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared on Elizabeth’s tribute page at www.PlainvilleFuneralHome.com

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Cabot VT – John Edward Mullens, age 78, of Cabot and Hartford, Vermont, died at home on December 3, 2022. 

John was a teacher and mentor, an environmental steward, a dreamer yet thoughtful planner.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1944, the youngest child of Victor and Bettye (Moan) Mullens. He attended Omaha Central High School and the University of Nebraska, graduating with a business degree and thoughts of a military career. In 1966, he married Susan Shannon Field, whom he first met in 7th-grade dancing class. They moved to Germany, where he was stationed with the Army for two years.

In the early 70s, John moved with his young family to rural New Hampshire to an old house with no central heating or plumbing. They were back-to-the-landers – raising animals, tending a large garden, and connecting with nature. 

John soon realized his calling for educating children. He received his Masters in Education from UNH and taught for many years in Moultonborough and Hanover, NH, inspiring young minds with his creativity, patience, and intellectual curiosity. Mid-career, he expanded his educational interests beyond the classroom and pursued a doctorate in Administration, Planning and Social Policy at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. His dissertation on teacher preparedness in Belize offered him opportunities to visit remote villages and connect with rural teachers. Back in the US, working for firms in Washington, DC, and Portsmouth, NH, he conducted large-scale educational studies for federal agencies.

John loved the out-of-doors – hiking, biking, paddling, and working the land. He became involved in the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), not only hiking the trails but working to maintain them and to build remote campsites in the northern Maine woods. He served in several positions for the Maine AMC chapter and went on to serve on the AMC Board for three terms, bringing his wisdom and experiences to further AMC’s environmental mission.

His love for the woods also led him to Cabot, VT, where he built an off-grid, energy-efficient cabin with a view of the Vermont hills. He worked to clear the land, rehabilitate an old apple orchard and build cross-country skiing and hiking trails. He loved being there in all seasons of the year.   

John was a teacher at heart, never more important than with his children and grandchildren, building memories with them and instilling lifelong values. John is survived by his loving family: his wife, Susan; brother, Russell (Liz) Mullens; children, Shannon (Jeremy) Wallis and Brook (Molly) Mullens; and grandchildren, Avery, Isabel, Amelia and Beck.

A memorial service at the Church of Christ at Dartmouth College in Hanover will be held on January 21, 2023.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to the Appalachian Mountain Club. Gifts, which will support AMC’s Maine Wilderness Initiative, can be mailed to 10 City Square, Boston, MA 02129 or made via its website: www.outdoors.org/donate/tribute-gifts.

The Rand-Wilson Funeral Home in Hanover is assisting the family.

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New Orleans, LA – Roy Raymond Alberts passed away peacefully on December 2, 2022 at the age of 89.  He was born on May 5, 1933 to Percy Francis Alberts and Irene Rodriquez Alberts, and was raised by his very loving Aunt Florence “Cully” Alberts. 

He often said the happiest day of his life was the day he married his beloved Myrtle Marie Keppler; they were married for over 62 years at the time of her passing in 2019.  In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by all of his siblings:   Louis Alberts, Elwood Alberts, Joyce Fanelli, Alfred “Toby” Alberts, Harry Alberts, Harold “Mookie” Alberts, and Elizabeth “Betty” Marchioni.  He is survived by his five children and their spouses:  Rebecca “Becky” (Mike) Quinn, Lisa (Noel) Darce, Lloyd (Laura) Alberts, John (Caroline) Alberts, and Kathleen (John) Kazour; his ten grandchildren:  Caitlin Quinn, Nathan (Elisabeth) Darce, Dr. Matthew Darce, Melissa Darce, Brandon Darce, Joseph Alberts, Amelia Alberts, Nicole Kazour, Charles Kazour and Christopher Kazour; and one great-grandchild Jack Keppler Darce. 

Roy was a proud graduate of St. Aloysius High School, Louisiana State University with a Bachelors of Science degree, and Loyola University with a Masters of Business Administration. He was awarded the outstanding Catholic award by the Newman Club of LSU in 1955.  Roy was a devout Catholic and served on several Archdiocesan boards including the Advisory Board to Archbishop Hannan and the Human Relations Committee. 

He was a teacher and principal in the CCD programs at St. Robert Bellarmine and St. Matthias parishes for a combination of 25 years.  He was a member of the Serra Club of Downtown New Orleans where he served as President and Governor and served on the International Board.  Roy was a Man of Manresa for 60 plus years.  He was a long-time volunteer for the Archbishop’s Community Appeal for the Catholic Charities of New Orleans and was honored to be a recipient of the Order of St. Louis Medal for outstanding Catholic service.  In his professional career, Roy was a Vice President of Sales at Orleans Materials and Equipment Co. for 40 years.

The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Touro for their compassionate care during Roy’s recent illness. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 12:00 PM with visitation from 10:00 AM until Mass time at The National Votive Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2701 State Street, New Orleans, LA.  Interment will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery #2, Canal Street, New Orleans, LA.  

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans, P.O. Box 58009, New Orleans, LA 70158-8009 (www.ccano.org) or a charity of your choice. 

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Rutland, VT – Beatrice H Brough, 89, of Rutland, died on Monday, December 5, 2022, after a brief illness.

She was born March 28, 1933, the daughter of Thomas and Margaret Hughes.

She attended the University of Vermont and Green Mountain College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in education. Beatrice married James P. Brough in 1960.

She had a beautiful voice and was a soloist. She was a member of the Christ the King Church choir as well as the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church choir for a number of years.

Beatrice was a teacher in the Rutland Public School System for many years.

She loved to crochet and knit and was an avid reader.

She is predeceased by her husband, James P. Brough.

She is survived by her son, James P. Brough II and his wife Colleen of Nashua, New Hampshire as well as a step grandchild, Seth Gordon and his wife, Jiliane and their daughter, Lilah. She is likewise survived by her daughter, Theresa Bateman and her husband, Daniel of Rutland, Vermont as well as her grandchildren, Daniel J. Bateman and his wife, Catie of White Plains, New York and their daughter, Margaret Salebra Bateman, Patrick Bateman of Hartford, Connecticut and Nicole Bateman of Rutland, Vermont and her son, Gabriel Carrier. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be held on Tues., Dec. 13, 2022, at Christ the King Church at 12:00 p.m.

A reception will follow after the service. Calling hours will be held the evening prior at Clifford Funeral Home from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Burial will be held in the spring of 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in care of Clifford Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Clifford Funeral Home.

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Manchester, KY – Sally Manning Frazier, age 79 departed this life on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at her home.  She was born on Thursday, October 21, 1943 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Edward W. and Eunice (Lewis) Manning. 

She was a retired school teacher and a member of the Island Creek Missionary Baptist Church. 

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband:  Raleigh Frazier; her grandchildren:  Margaret Quentin, Henry Cawood Prewitt, III and her step-granddaughter:  Cassie Marie Frazier and her step-son:  Marty Frazier.  Also surviving are two sisters:  Nancy Manning Cornett and Margaret Manning Carson.

She is preceded in death by her parents:  Edward and Eunice Manning and her daughter:  Jennifer Philpot Prewitt and her brother:  John Laurence Manning.

Funeral Services for Sally Manning Frazier will be conducted on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 1 PM at the Rominger Funeral Home Chapel.  Rev. George Grigsby and Bro. William Hugh Hudson will be officiating.  Burial will follow in the Manchester Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Friday after 12:00 PM at the Rominger Funeral Home Chapel.

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