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Memorial announcements are sent to class members through either a letter or email, and are listed in the monthly enewsletter @NU and quarterly in The Record. In addition, a list of deceased alumni, known as the Roll of Honor, is read each year at Homecoming and printed in the annual Homecoming program.

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If you know of an alumnus/a or friend who has passed away recently, please send the notice and a copy of the obituary (if available) to Norwich.  Mail to The Alumni Office, 158 Harmon Drive, Northfield, Vermont 05663, call 802.485.2300, fax 802.485.2156, or email us.

If you would like more information regarding a name on this list, feel free to contact Norwich at the information above.  Please note that we do not have a detailed obituary for all names listed,  but those we do are clickable links to the full obituary below. Obituaries that appear below were provided by the family or friends of the deceased to inform the Norwich community.


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In Memoriam James L. Alexander 1/7/2025  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of James Alexander, Class of 1967, son of Edward Alexander '43.

James, 80, of Enosburg Falls, VT passed away on December 22, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. He was a member of the Biology Club, Outing Club, and Ring Committee.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.gossfs.com.

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Beverley Alexander and Family, 2516 Lost Nation Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.

The Norwich community's thoughts are with James' family, friends, and classmates.

In Sympathy,



Diane Scolaro
Associate Vice President
Alumni Engagement
In Memoriam Anthony G. Campano 1/7/2025  



It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Anthony Campano, Class of 1965, father of Anthony M. Campano '91, and Matthew Campano '95.

Tony, 83, of Pepperell, MA passed away on January 2, 2025. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He was a member of the Flying Club, Winter Carnival Committee, Junior Week Committee, Corps Honor Committee, Class Honor Committee, and Football. As an alumnus, he served on the Board of Fellows.

A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9th at the McGaffigan Funeral Home, 37 Main St., Pepperell, MA.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.mcgaffiganfuneral.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnualumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.mcgaffiganfuneral.com%252fobituaries%252fanthony-campano%26srcid%3D201232%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D32055138%26trid%3D9b337e5f-274b-45cc-9fd6-e8bc800f5a58&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7Cee69031dd1604a821c2608dd2f526576%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638718753130971018%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=p%2FiGIpVDtxlSIDbFm7tzOA5Jowmcs5inGGYww3HGYFM%3D&reserved=0>.
Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Francine Campano and Family, 30 Elm St., Apt. 30A, Pepperell, MA 01463.

The Norwich community's thoughts are with Tony's family, friends, and classmates.

In Sympathy,


Diane Scolaro
Associate Vice President
Alumni Relations

In Memoriam John D. Ridill 1/7/2025  



It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of John Ridill, Jr., Class of 1967.

John, 79, of Needham, MA passed away on December 29, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the Outing Club, Winter Carnival Committee, Ring Committee, and Alpha Kappa Psi. He served on the Patridge Society Board of Directors from 2014 - 2024, and was a One-Star General in the Partridge Society with over sixteen years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

Visiting hours will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9th at Eaton Funeral Home, 1351 Highland Ave., Needham, MA.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.eatonfuneralhomes.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnualumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.eatonfuneralhomes.com%252fobituary%252fJohn-RidillJr%26srcid%3D201231%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D32055137%26trid%3D141e9b8b-8e6c-4a19-ac0e-09a983a106f3&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7C8b6466dc09ba4c6e827308dd2f51b4b0%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638718750171887876%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Z63qEvsGIiFUMI%2BbSPUEbg8JzsKuV4u43U4RQ2y2NaI%3D&reserved=0>.
Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Dyanne Ridill and Family, 167 Fisher St., Needham, MA 02492.

The Norwich community's thoughts are with John's family, friends, and classmates.

In Sympathy,


Diane Scolaro
Associate Vice President
Alumni Relations

In Memoriam Amerigo J. Yacavoni 1/7/2025  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Amerigo Yacavoni, Class of 1964.

Amerigo, 84, of Northfield, VT passed away on December 24, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He was a member of the Newman Club.

A burial service will be held in the spring at the Calvary Cemetery in Northfield.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.timesargus.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnualumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.timesargus.com%252fobituaries%252famerigo-j-yacavoni-jr%252farticle_a32ebabe-04ce-5d37-a914-267a7f275954.html%26srcid%3D201219%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D32047124%26trid%3Df1a598ec-52e4-4d45-879c-4f9d7b809343&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7C72d28d3538c24b8c6e6a08dd2f3b5511%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638718654093687230%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zVrXwDaf%2FfsCp6x4wrmWDpoUnEilv5MX3hmDXRvBNR8%3D&reserved=0>.
Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Sandra Yacavoni and Family, 227 Union Brook Rd., Northfield, VT 05663.

The Norwich community's thoughts are with Amerigo's family, friends, and classmates.

In Sympathy,


Diane Scolaro
Associate Vice President
Alumni Relations

In Memoriam H. Mat Adams 1/6/2025  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of H. Matt Adams, Class of 1960.

Matt, 87, of Fairport, NY passed away on December 21, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the Outing Club, Winter Carnival Committee, Class Ring Committee, Pegasus Players, Regimental Drill Team, and Sigma Phi Epsilon.

A full obituary has not been published at this time.

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Linda Adams and Family, 172 Hammocks Dr., Fairport, NY 14450.

The Norwich community's thoughts are with Matt's family, friends, and classmates.

In Sympathy,



Diane Scolaro
Associate Vice President
Alumni Engagement
In Memoriam Bruce W. Baker 11/8/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Bruce Baker, Class of 1960, grandfather of Kevin Durgin '11.

Bruce, 86, of Otisfield, ME passed away on November 8, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He was a member of the Outing Club.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.hallfuneralhome.net/obituaries/Bruce-W-Baker?obId=33713922

Condolences can be sent to The Baker Family, c/o Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Rd., Casco, ME, 04015.
In Memoriam Marjorie L. Basil 3/29/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Marjorie Basil, widow of the late Jack Basil, Jr., Class of 1946.

Marjorie, 93, of Gaithersburg, MD passed away on March 29, 2024. She was a lifetime member of the 1819 Circle with over 19 years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.pumphreyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Marjorie-Louise-Basil?obId=31132163#/obituaryInfo

The Norwich community's thoughts are with the Basil family and friends.
In Memoriam Thomas M. Carroll 11/18/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Thomas Carroll, Class of 1972.

Tom, 74, of Marblehead, MA passed away on November 18, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. He was a member of the Math Club, Newman Club, Varsity Club, Honor Committee, Student National Education Association, Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, Basketball, Football and Rugby Club Teams.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26th at the Old North Church, 35 Washington St., Marblehead, MA.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/marblehead-ma/thomas-carroll-12084502

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Linda Carroll and Family, 96 Village St., Marblehead, MA 01945.
In Memoriam Robert E. Connors 11/22/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Robert Connors, Class of 1977, husband of Joanne (Dering) Connors, VC'76.

Bob, 69, of Huntsville, AL passed away on November 22, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He was a member of the Honor Committee, Honor Infantry Platoon, Who's Who, and Drill Team.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 5th at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1055 Hughes Rd., Madison, AL.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.legacychapelfunerals.com/obituaries/robert-connors-jr

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Joanne Connors and Family, 100 Bristol Ct. SW, Huntsville, AL 35824.
In Memoriam Neil A. Hiltpold 11/14/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Neil Hiltpold, Class of 1965, grandfather of Evan Cole '21.

Neil, 81, of Pittsfield, MA passed away on November 14, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. He was a member of the Outing Club, and Winter Carnival Committee. He was a lifetime member of the Partridge Society with over four years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

Calling hours will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19th at Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 20th at Dery Funeral Home.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.deryfuneralhome.com/memorials/neil-hiltpold/5513080/index.php

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Nancy Hiltpold and Family, 70 Cambridge Ave., Pittsfield, MA 01201-7233.
In Memoriam Donald P. Lewis 11/11/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Donald Lewis, Class of 1955, father of Dr. D. Palmer Lewis, Jr. '84.

Donald, 90, of Atkinson, NH passed away on November 11, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He was a member of the Biology Club, Honor Committee, Epsilon Tau Sigma, and Sigma Phi Epsilon. He was a lifetime member of the Partridge Society with ten years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

Calling hours will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 14th at the H. L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, 106 Summer St., Haverhill, MA. His funeral service will be held on Friday, November 15th at 11:00 a.m. at the H. L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.farmerfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Donald-P-Lewis-DDS?obId=33695544#/obituaryInfo

Condolences can be sent to The Lewis Family, c/o H. L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, 106 Summer St., Haverhill, MA 01830.
In Memoriam Kenneth P. Malone 11/3/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Kenneth Malone, Class of 1963.

Kenneth, 83, of Dix Hills, NY passed away on November 3, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts. He was a member of the Chess Club, German Club, Model Railroad Club, and the American Chemical Society.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://brueggemannfh.com/obituaries/kenneth-patrick-malone/

Condolences can be sent to The Malone Family, c/o Brueggemann Funeral Home, 522 Larkfield Rd., East Northport, NY 11731.
In Memoriam G Menke 11/16/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of G. William Menke, III, Class of 1962.

Bill, 85, of Auburn, ME passed away on November 16, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the Biology Club, German Club, Outing Club, Varsity Club, Junior Week Committee, Class Honor Committee, Basketball, and Sigma Phi Epsilon.

Services will be held privately by the family.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.sunjournal.com/2024/11/24/obituarygeorge-william-menke-iii-2/

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Sheila Menke and Family, 114 Harvest Hill Lane, Auburn, ME 04210.
In Memoriam John E. Monette 11/22/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of John Monette, Class of 1976.
John, 70, of Galloway, NJ passed away on November 22, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He was a member of the Outing Club, the Society of American Military Engineers, and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at the Wimberg Funeral Home, 211 East Great Creek Rd., Galloway, NJ.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.wimbergfuneralhome.com/obituaries/John-E-Monette?obId=33879326

Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Maryanne Monette and Family, 168 Brewster Dr., Galloway, NJ 08205.
In Memoriam Harry E. Page 10/27/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Harry Page, Class of 1949, brother-in-law of Gordon Haslam, Jr. '50.

Harry, 100, of Scarborough, ME passed away on October 27, 2024. He graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was a member of Maroon Key, American Society of Civil Engineers, Phi Kappa Delta, and the Polo Team.

A family graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 10th at Norwich University Cemetery in Northfield, VT. Donations may be made in Harry's memory to Norwich University, Development Office, 158 Harmon Dr., Northfield, VT 05663.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/portland-me/harry-page-12046619

Condolences can be sent to The Page Family, c/o Jones, Rich & Barnes Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland, ME 04103.
In Memoriam Linda Romano 11/4/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Linda Romano, widow of Albert Romano, Class of 1956, who was a member of the extended Romano family, many of whom are Norwich graduates.

Linda, 84, of Milford, MA passed away on November 4, 2024. She was a lifetime member of the 1819 Circle with over nine years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

VIsiting hours will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, November 22nd at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden, MA.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.milesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Linda-Romano-5/#!/Obituary

Condolences can be sent to The Romano Family, c/o Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden, MA 01520.
In Memoriam Ronald J. Rup 11/19/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Ronald Rup, Sr., Class of 1959, father of Sean Rup '93.

Ronald, 87, of Essex Jct., VT passed away on November 19, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the Newman Club, Junior Week Committee, Winter Carnival Committee, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.cremationsocietycc.com/obituaries/Ronald-J-Rup-Sr?obId=33879434#/obituaryInfo

The Norwich community's thoughts are with Ronald's family, friends, and classmates.
In Memoriam Myrna L. Schultz 12/1/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Myrna Schultz, widow of Richard Schultz, Class of 1960, and sister-in-law of Robert Frolich '59.

Myrna, 82, of Canton, MA passed away on December 1, 2024. She and Dick were One-Star Generals in the Partridge Society and members of the Garrison Associates with over twenty-five years of consecutive giving to Norwich University.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/canton-ma/myrna-schultz-12112017

Condolences can be sent to The Schultz Family, c/o Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 475 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021.
In Memoriam Robert P. Schultz 11/8/2024  
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Robert "Pete" Schultz, Class of 1958.

Pete, 88, of Trumbull, CT passed away on November 8, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Visitation will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15th at Redgate-Hennessey Funeral Directors, 4 Gorham Place, Trumbull, CT. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 16th at Monroe Congregational Church, 34 Church St., Monroe, CT.

A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.redgatehennessy.com/tributes/Robert-Schultz

Condolences can be sent to The Schultz Family, c/o Redgate-Hennessey Funeral Directors, 4 Gorham Place, Trumbull, CT 06611.
In Memoriam Jay L. Vigent 6/18/2024  
Jay Leo Vigent, 71, passed away at his home in Ryegate, Vermont on June 18, 2024. He was born in Woodsville, NH on June 7, 1953, the son of Leo Fremont Vigent and Gladys Esther (Smith) Vigent. Jay was the last of five sons born to his parents. He spent almost his entire life in Wells River, Vermont. Jay graduated in the first graduating class of Blue Mountain Union in 1971. He graduated from Norwich University in 1976 with a degree in civil engineering. He worked on various subway tunnel projects in Washinton, DC, and St. Louis, MO before returning home and owning and operating Jay's Place Mini Mart at the junction of US Route 302 & I-91. He will be remembered for his love of cribbage and crossword puzzles and his sharp wit.

Jay was predeceased by his parents, one brother, Jeffrey Allen Vigent in 2008, and a great nephew, Cody Joseph Ricker in 2024.

He is survived by brothers, Joseph Purdy Vigent (Mary Lee) of North Haverhill, NH, James Gilman Vigent (Zehra) of Sacramento, California, and John Fremont Vigent (Angela) of Wallingford, Connecticut. Also his nephews, Adam Fremont Vigent, Ryan Noah Vigent, and Peter Paul Thayer; a niece, Angela Marie Ricker; great-nephews, Nicholas Fremont Vigent & Trevor Elliott Smas.

At Jay's request there will not be any formal services and burial will be at the family's convenience in Mills Memorial Cemetery in Wells River, VT.


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