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Valerie George Obituary
1956 - 2015 BRATTLEBORO Valerie Christine George, 58, of Highlawn Road was unexpectedly called home to Heaven on Monday afternoon, September 7, 2015 as the result of injuries she sustained in an accident. Valerie was born in Arlington, VA on September 12, 1956, the daughter of Raymond and JoAnn (Green) Maynard. She was raised and educated in Agawam, MA and was a graduate of Agawam High School, Class of 1974. She went on to attend the UMass School of Nursing where she received her R.N. degree and later earned her Master's Degree in Nursing Education in 2008 from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. At the time of her death she had been employed as a nursing instructor at the University of MA Amherst and was also employed as a Nurse Educator at the Veterans Medical Center in White River Jct., VT. Valerie was an active volunteer with the Brattleboro Aids Project and was also active with the American Red Cross, Windham County Chapter. Of her pastimes and interests Valerie loved spending time with her family, her grandchildren and her grandpuppies. She also enjoyed quilting, baking, hiking, sailing and relaxing at the beach. Valerie was married to Edwin Sauter of Utica, NY and had two children, Edwin J. Sauter, II of Brattleboro, VT and Jeremy J. Sauter of Hinsdale, NH. She remarried in 1989 to Phillip George of Brattleboro, VT and had one child, Andrew J. George of Brattleboro, VT. She leaves behind her three sons, Edwin, Jeremy and his wife, Teri, Andrew and his wife, April; her great-aunt, Nancy Lane of West Springfield, MA, one brother, Jeffrey Maynard of Halephorpe, MD, her long-time partner, Brooks Mitchell of Newfane, VT, and her grandchildren: Skylar, Mason, Hannah, Lakota, Neveah, Addison, Elijah and Benjamin. FUNERAL NOTICE: Friends are invited to call at the Atamaniuk Funeral Home, 40 Terrace St., Brattleboro, VT on Monday from 6 to 8p.m. A Service in celebration of her life will be conducted Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at Naulakha (Rudyard Kipling House), 707 Kipling Road, Dummerston, VT from Noon-8p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Valerie's name may be made to Children's Hospital at Dartmouth Hitchcock (CHaD), Hitchcock way, Lebanon NH and/or the AIDS Project of Southern VT, 15 Grove St, Brattleboro, VT 05302. To sign an online register book or send messages of e-condolence please visit : www.atamaniuk.com
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Gwen Mcpheron
March 9, 2023
I believe this was the Valerie I knew in El Paso TX in the late 1980's. Very sad to read that she's gone. My condolences. She was a great preceptor to me at William Beaumont Army Medical Center
Erik Baker
September 20, 2015
We were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the accident on Labor Day that took the life of Valerie and left Brooks terribly injured. We always enjoyed the time spent with them during their visits here in Florida. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their families.
Terri Kavanaugh
September 17, 2015
My thoughts are with Valerie's family, she was a great person and great friend. I will miss her compassion and friendly smile.
Joann Frampton
September 14, 2015
My prayers and thoughts are with Valerie's
family and friends. Although my encounters with Valerie at VA in WRJ were brief and infrequent, I was in Awe of her boundless energy, her passion and love for her family, for her fellow nurses and the veteran's she served.
While this tragedy has taken her from her family and friends, her spirit will live on in the memories of all those who had the privilege of even the briefest encounter with her. Rest in peace
Mary Anne D.
September 14, 2015
Valerie has touched the lives of so many nurses. She gave of herself as readily as she gave of her knowledge. She will be sorely missed.
Peggy Sherlock
September 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of Valerie's passing. I worked with her many evening shifts at the WRJ VA ICU and was always impressed with her energy, knowlege, and willingness to help. Prayers to the family, this world has lost a wonderful nurse.
Marcia Hildebrand
September 13, 2015
I started my job as RN at the VA in 2014 and Valerie was a major part of my orientation. Her knowledge and commitment to the problem of lateral violence in the nursing profession impressed me as this subject has been near and dear to my heart since nursing school. We have lost a great advocate for nurses and a beautiful human being. My prayers to her family and friends for peace and comfort.
Trudy Ralph
September 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy to your family. I have special memories of working with you at Baystate Franklin.
September 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. I worked with Valerie at the VA and remember her kindness, boundless energy and her love for her sons and grandchildren. Rest peacefully Valerie - you will be missed.
Pam Pickett
September 12, 2015
My condolences to Valerie's family. i worked with her in the ICU at the VA. She was very bright and kept everyone on their toes. She had a great sense of humor which is always appreciated in that environment. Her sons were her pride and joy.
rip Valerie Betsy Dumas
Diane Levine
September 11, 2015
Your light will still shine bright in all of us who had the privilege to work with you.
Carol Martin
September 11, 2015
My condolences to Val's family. I worked with Val years ago when she first came to the VA Hospital in White River Junction to work in the ICU. She was an amazing woman and an excellent nurse. I always loved working with her because of her love of the profession and the care she gave to our Nations Veterans. She was a great co worker as well, always willing to lend a hand,going out of her way to help in any way needed. She spoke of her children often and I loved hearing about them. I feel honored to have known her and was so saddened to hear that she had gone to be with our Lord. Heaven has another Angel for sure. My prayers are with all of Val's family and friends during this painful and difficult time.
September 11, 2015
You will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know you and learn from you. Such an amazing lady. Prayers with your family. Cathy Powell
Rosemary Costa
September 11, 2015
A wonderful lady, an effective instructor and a great mentor for our students. Thank you for all you did so unselfishly. Rest in Peace Valerie.
Rosemary Costa U Mass inst.
Jeni Ciampi
September 11, 2015
So sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Shelly Huber
September 11, 2015
Valerie was dear friend and confidant for me and me to her. I met her when we were neighbors and she encouraged me to send my son with her son Andrew to Christian Heritage School - they were buddies. We become extended families through our celebrations and sorrows over the years. I'm at a deep loss with her passing. My hope is to continue to move forward with the commitments and goals we shared to honor her with her love and support she freely gave me, the wisdom like a Mom, the adventures and especially her laughter, along the way until I see her again, MY FRIEND....in celebration of your life~
Debra Marriott
September 11, 2015
I meet Valerie when I worked a number of years across the street from her. Val had such a sweet, caring personality and loved her children and grandchildren immensely. I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss.
mari craig
September 11, 2015
Val you will be missed so much. You were such a great friend and mentor. I enjoyed talking to you on your Saturday visits at BFMC with all your eager students. You helped me with my daughter when I couldn't. You had a heart of gold, and God needed you home with him to help. I know God did received a wonderful angel. You will sure be remembered for all the good you placed in this world.
Cindi & Dan Green
September 11, 2015
Thinking of everyone during this very difficult time. May the many memories you created over the years somehow help to get you through this very difficult time.
Wendy Bardwell
September 11, 2015
You will be forever in my heart and missed always. I know you are an angel looking out for us all. My love and prayers to all xoxoxo
Teri Sauter
September 11, 2015
We will miss you so much Mom! Love you. Until we meet again, I'll do my best to take care of your family like you would. Xoxo.
September 11, 2015
I worked with Valerie at the VA Hospital, and she will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
The Staff of Atamaniuk Funeral Home
September 11, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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