Photo courtesy of Faith Funeral Home - Morrisville
Apr 14, 1922 - May 15, 2019 (Age 97)
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
May 24, 2019
My condolences to all of Mildred's family and friends. I had the pleasure of knowing many of you through my 23 years delivering Schwans to your homes.I remember several times when I would stop to see Mildred and she would ask me if i could drop off some of her homemade goodies to Rolla and Audrey on my rounds.She truly loved all of you.Our family sends our thoughts and prayers to all of you. Rest in peace my friend.
Mark Dumont
May 21, 2019 | Derby Line, VT | Friend
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family of Mildred E. Barry Wescom during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalm 116:15
J B
May 21, 2019 | Friend
RIP Mildred. You have made my Mom Ruth's place in heaven, complete. What a time My Dad, Wendell, My Mom and now your Mom Mildred, must be having. God Bless all!
Michael Jones
May 20, 2019 | Hillsboro, NH | Friend
Butch and I would like to send our sincere condolences to all of Mildred's family. Thoughts and prayers to all, you were so lucky to have such a wonderful women to guide all of you. May she Rest In Peace.
Sandy Duffy
May 20, 2019 | Waterville, VT | Friend
Grammy Wescom you are going to be missed dearly! I love you and I will always remember your amazing melt in your mouth food along with all your puzzles crafts knitting you would always make sure no one left your house hungry ! You were the most special person in many peoples lives! Keep watching over us you will never be forgotten I love you Grammy! love tori
Victoria Mason
May 19, 2019 | Wolcott, VT | Grandchild
Mildred E. Barry Wescom
Richford/Belvidere-Mildred E. Barry Wescom, 97, passed away at her home in Richford, VT on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born April 14, 1922 in Belvidere, the daughter of Rolla Barry and Nettie Tanner Barry. She married Wendell Wayne Wescom on September 16, 1940 and he predeceased her in 1972.
For over 60 years her heart and home were in Belvidere, VT. She spent her whole life nurturing others. As the oldest of 12 children, her younger years were spent helping her mother care for younger siblings. After which in 1940 she married the love of her life, Wendell Wescom and they raised their five children. The jobs of wife and mother were her purpose in life. Every new baby that came into the family brought her joy. Mildred worked very hard to make her community a better place to live in. Many days were spent cooking for a dinner or food sale to benefit the church or cemetery association. A countless number of biscuits came out of her kitchen for the local Strawberry Festival.
After Wendell passed in 1972, Mildred acquired the position as Postmaster for the Town of Belvidere. She held this position until her retirement in 1987. In 2008, she moved to Richford where she continued to make many beautiful quilts and cook many delicious meals for her family to enjoy. What a blessing she was.
Mildred is survived by her children, Arlene Tallman and husband, Gene of Belvidere; Judy Locke and husband, Ronald of Waterville; James Wescom and wife, Annie of Hyde Park and Pauline Crandlemire and husband, Richard of Richford; her siblings, Rolla Barry, Jr. of Hyde Park; Nelda Bennett of Eden; Joyce Messier and husband, Larry of Milton; Richard Barry and wife, Claudette of Hyde Park and Roy Barry and wife, Barb of Hyde Park. Mildred is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a son, Wendell “Joker” Wescom, Jr.; brothers, Ralph (P-nut) Barry, Lloyd Barry, Donald Barry, and Kenneth Barry; sisters, Wanda Lanpher and Little Mary Barry and a great-grandson, Logan Voyer.
A graveside service will be held Monday, May 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Belvidere Cemetery. Faith Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting faithfh.net.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Belvidere Cemetery Association.
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