Obituaries articles
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Obituary: Samuel “Sam” James Hill, 1990-2024
Fiercely loyal and protective friend cared deeply for his born and chosen families Samuel “Sam” James Hill, age 33, passed away on May 13, 2024, at his home in Essex, Vt. Sam was born to Ann Gookin Hill and Michael “Mike” Hill of Hinesburg, Vt., on October 26, 1990. With his older brother Nathan “Nate” Hill, Sam grew up playing in the woods and fields of Hinesburg. Sam relished looking for wildlife in the woods around his childhood home; in particular, he had...
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Obituary: Norman J. Gordon Jr., 1955-2024
Arborist loved the outdoors, including gardening, and had a lifelong interest in flowers Norman J. Gordon Jr. passed away on May 6, 2024, at the Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington, after a recent diagnosis. Norman was born to Patricia A. Camper and raised by both Wayne and Patricia in Burlington, where he continued to live during his childhood. Norm and his brother Gary would recite endless stories of what Catholic school was like for...
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Obituary: Joseph J. LaCroix Jr., 1952-2024
Dedicated IBM employee and volunteer firefighter embodied the spirit of selflessness in service to his community Joseph J. LaCroix Jr., affectionately known as “Joey,” departed this world on May 8, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family, after a courageous battle with Huntington's disease, a testament to his extraordinary courage and resilience. He graced this world on June 26, 1952, and his journey was one filled with love, passion and remarkable...