Davis Memorial Chapel

06/19/2026

Springfield.
Kenneth Norton Ross Jr. (Ken/Kenny) passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, following a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving wife in his final moments.

Ken was born on March 5, 1952, in Springfield, VT, to his late parents, Kenneth Norton Ross Sr. and Priscilla R. Ross. He grew up with three sisters: Diane, Deborah and Rebecca. Ken graduated from Springfield High School and also attended The University of Vermont.

Over the years, Ken worked at The Duck Inn, Holiday Inn and as a wine merchant traveling the world. He also worked at Brown’s Tavern at the Ascutney Mountain Resort before moving to Florida, where he managed an RV park for 13 years. He eventually returned to his hometown of Springfield, Vermont, to be closer to his family.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Jean Ross, whom he married on June 3, 2007, and by his stepdaughters, Jocelyn, Johanna, Dominique, and Elizabeth. He is also survived by his four grandchildren—Aiden, Noah, Willow, and Astrid—as well as many nieces and nephews.

Ken deeply cherished his family, friends, and his dog, Sheba. He enjoyed staying busy, loved his coffee, and found great joy in bike riding and skiing. He will be greatly missed and loved forever.

Family and friends may call at the Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vermont from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Thursday July 2, a funeral service will be held at the chapel at 11:00 AM with burial following in the Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, Vt.

Ken's guest book may be viewed at the link below:
https://www.davismemorialchapel.net/obituary/kenneth-ross-jr

06/17/2026

Springfield, VT.
Clyde Horton, 52, died at Rutland Regional Medical Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was Born September 8, 1973 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Raymond and Bertha (Stoughton) Horton.

Clyde enjoyed going to watch monster trucks, trains and fire engines. He also loved to travel.

He is survived by his siblings: Charles (Sandy) Horton, Mark Horton, Marie (David) Robbins and Susan Cubitt.

A graveside service will be held at Plain Cemetery in Perkinsville, Vermont on Thursday, June 25 at 9:00 AM

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vermont is assisting with the arrangements.

Perkinsville, VT. Clyde Horton, 52, died at Rutland Regional Medical Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was Born September 8, 1973 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Raymond and Bertha Stoughton Horton. Clyde enjoyed going to watch monster trucks, trains and fire engines. He also loved to travel. H...

06/16/2026

Springfield, VT.

Myrna Catherine Parker, 83, of Springfield, VT, died on May 23, 2026. She was born in Burlington, VT on July 22, 1942 to Kenneth and Bernice (LaMoy) Parker.

She is survived by her brother, Charles W. Parker.

A funeral mass will be Celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Springfield, VT on Monday, June 29 at 11:00 AM with burial to follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery in Springfield.

Memorial contributions may be made in Myrna’s name to St. Jude’s Cancer Research Institute.

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, VT is assisting with the arrangements.

Springfield, VT. Myrna Catherine Parker, 83, of Springfield, VT, died on May 23, 2026. She was born in Burlington, VT on July 22, 1942 to Kenneth and Bernice LaMoy Parker. She is survived by her brother, Charles W. Parker. A funeral mass will be held at St. Marys Catholic Church

06/12/2026

A burial service will take place for Wayne Davis who died January 2, 2026, at the Pine Grove Cemetery in North Springfield, VT on Saturday, June 27 at 10AM.

Springfield. Wayne D. Davis, 79 died on January 2, 2026 at the Jack Byrne Center in Lebanon, NH after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born October 30, 1946 in Windsor, Vermont the son of Ralph N. and Esther A. Ellis Davis. He attended Windsor schools, graduating from

06/11/2026

Springfield.

Bradley S. Derosier 55, died at his home in Springfield on June 4, 2026. He was born September 16, 1970 in Springfield, Vermont the son of Clarence A. Jr. and Edith L. (Sampson) Derosier. He attended Springfield schools, and graduated from Springfield High School.
Brad was a Supervisor with ADS for 15 years, worked as a machinist at Lovejoy Tool Co. and later with IVEK.

Brad was very interested in preserving our forests and wild life for future generations. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed many years at hunting camp with his father Butch and friend Richard “Jake” Jacobs. He also enjoyed fishing. He was always willing to help family and friends, he was well loved and will be missed by all of us.

Brad is survived by his mother Edith L. (Edie Sampson) Derosier, her partner Richard Frye, and one son Justin and his wife Lillian.
He was predeceased by his father Clarence A. “Butch” Derosier Jr. and by his brother Mark A. Derosier.

There will be a burial service at Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, VT on Friday, July 17 at 1:30PM. Food will be served at the Springfield Moose Lodge following the graveside for anyone who would like to attend.

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vermont, is assisting the with arrangements.

https://www.davismemorialchapel.net/guestbook/bradley-derosier

06/11/2026

Steven Torrey, age 62, passed away on June 9th, 2026.

Born on April 16, 1964, Steven was a hardworking man whose dedication and skill earned him the respect of everyone who knew him. For over 30 years, he worked for Chaves Excavating, where he became a master of his craft and a valued member of the team. His knowledge, work ethic, and willingness to tackle any mechanical challenge left a lasting mark on those who worked alongside him.

Steven is survived by his wife Shari; his children, Christopher, Patricia, and Kyrsten; his nephew Dakota, grandchildren, and extended family and friends.

Outside of work, Steve was known for his love of Corvettes. He took pride in his vehicles and could often be found tinkering on them in the driveway with his signature White Russian drink. He was well known for his colorful language, trademark shorts, and the larger-than-life personality that could make people laugh, shake their heads, or both.

More than anything, Steven will be remembered for being unapologetically himself. Whether behind the wheel of a big rig, on a job site, or spending time with family and friends, he lived life on his own terms.

Steven’s presence, humor, and spirit will be deeply missed, but the memories he created and the lessons he taught will remain with all who knew and loved him.

Smile, God loves ya.

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, VT is assisting with the arrangements.

https://www.davismemorialchapel.net/guestbook/steven-torrey

06/09/2026

A burial service for William "Bill" Slade, who died April 4, 2026 will take place at Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, VT on Saturday, June 13 at 1PM.

Springfield. William T. Slade Bill 82, passed away at home on April 4, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1943 in Springfield to H. Harold and Shirley Blodgett Slade. He attended Springfield Schools and graduated from Springfield High School class of 1961. He later graduated from Broadcasting School in

06/09/2026

Janice Jean Webster, born November 7, 1939, of Proctorsville passed away peacefully in her home after a long illness.

Janice was the firstborn of Pauline E. Smith (Bourne) and Richard E. Smith. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Donald Webster; brother, Nelson Smith; and son, Nathan Webster.

She leaves behind brother, Richard Smith (Sheryl), and sister-in-law, Sherry Smith; along with children Donald Webster Jr., Neil Webster (Kim), Alan Webster (Tre), Jennifer Paquette (Terry), and Veronica Webster (Karen) Dean Whitcomb adopted son and grandchildren Ariana, Emma, Max, Sadie, Gavin, Ted, Vanessa, and Becky.

Janice was always volunteering her time, whether as a chaperone for school field trips, as a Den Mother for Boy Scouts, or helping in the kitchen at the Congregational Church. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Mizpah Chapter and started the Chester Assembly of The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. She was masterful at all kinds of sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Janice was such a good seamstress that she made the first uniforms for Chester-Andover elementary school marching band and the banner at GMUHS

A graveside service and celebration of life announcement will be made at a later date.

Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vt. is assisting with arrangements.

https://www.davismemorialchapel.net/guestbook/janice-webster

06/08/2026

A burial service for Joan R. Carey, who died January 22, 2026 will take place at Oakland Cemetery in Springfield, VT on Friday, June 26 at 11AM.

Joan Ruby Stearns Carey October 21, 1931 January 22, 2026 Joan Carey, the longtime matriarch who presided over the Carey family property she affectionately named the West Winds Farm in Springfield, Vermont, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026. Born on October 21, 1931 in Waterbury, Connecticu...

06/08/2026

A funeral service will be held for James E. Dunn, who died on April 7, 2026, on Friday, June 26, 1PM, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Springfield, VT with burial to follow at Oakland Cemetery.

James Jim Erwin Dunn James Jim Erwin Dunn, 82, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at Tidewell Hospice in Port Charlotte, Florida, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 7, 1943, and lived a full and meaningful life devoted to family, service, work, and community. Jim