George Gorgas Twitchell

I am grateful to have received a reminder in my e-mail box of George's passing three years ago. I am always glad to share with family how much he touched my life. I talked with my mother, Myrtle Cole, a few days ago, and we happened to mention Quechee, the foliage, and how beautiful it was driving the North Road in Barnard before it was paved. Ah...all those 'before' years. My dad, Bruce, 88, died March 11th in the nursing home with Mom and my sister, Bonnie, at his side. Another chapter of life ends, but good memories remain and allow for future chapters. My warmest wishes to everyone. Debby

I was touched to receive a notice that reminded me of George and Ann. What pleasant memories I carry in my heart to this very day. It's wonderful to have memories that bring nothing but smiles...and a separate peace...as I recall my love for both of them. I will treasure the letters and poems George sent to me. My dad, Bruce Cole, will be 88 this month, and is now in a nursing home, and my mother, Myrtle, moved into a small one-bedroom apartment. I was in NY in September, and Mom and I talked about Vermont days and how much I loved my friendship with George. Thank you for letting me remember George and Ann and write a little note. I will be smiling all day! Debby Cole Elliott

Today is March 19, 2017. I was talking with my mother this morning, and I mentioned that I had not heard from George at Christmastime, which was a first for me. I wrote an e-mail shortly thereafter, but again, I did not hear back. I told her that I was going to go online and see if he was still alive. I am very saddened to learn that George died back in October. He was a dear friend of mine from the Vermont days when he and Anne bought the farm on the North Road from my parents, Bruce and Myrtle Cole, and I was only 16 and wanted to live in on that farm forever. George always wrote and sent me a couple of his poems, one of which is a 'Cloud Poem' in lovely calligraphy. Thank you to everyone is George's family for writing such a wonderfully heartfelt obituary. I will let Mom,84, and Dad, 86 and in poor health, know about George and Anne. Sincerely, Debby Cole Elliott, 609 San Leanna Drive, Austin, TX 78746-3876

I am at a loss for words to describe my beloved neighbors and friends, Anne and George. The more I ponder the impact they had on my childhood, the more overwhelmed with gratefulness I am. They were influential in my motivation for education, my introduction to a variety of sports and my exposure to many of the arts, especially music, dance and theater. Their home was my entertainment center and always a place where I felt welcomed and loved. Anne's smiles and laughter and George's humor and wit will definitely live on in their children.
Bets, Steve and Jim, you know that I share your grief.
Much love, Candy

Our thoughts and condolences to Steve and the entire Twitchell family.

Ken & Sally McGovern

We're sending love and condolences during this time of loss for the Twitchell's and their families. George and Anne were an important presence in our (the Haviland children's) growing up years, especially at Square Pond and Colebrook. We will miss you both dearly but are holding you as always in our hearts. Much love and celebration for the two very special and wonderful people that you were and you are. Hope and the Haviland family

To the family of Anne & "King George", (as I would call him). It is with such sadness that I am writing this note...my heartfelt sympathy goes out to each and every one of you. I've only known this beautiful couple for about one year; however I have grown to love and adore both of them. George was a dedicated husband to Anne and I would always enjoy his regular visits to my recreation room as he would sit and wait patiently for Anne to finish her lunch so that he could spend quality time with her. I was so fortunate to get to know both of them. Let me add that in June of this year George came to me and requested to go to Elizabeth Park with Anne. I told him that if I could, I would do everything in my power to make that happen. Well what a blessing that day was! We had wonderful weather, a nice lunch and they sat together by the pond holding hands....like couples in love do. The love they shared truly moved me...as did the shocking news of his recent passing. I would like to leave you with this...in my field people come and go...but Anne & George will live in my heart forever. I will miss seeing him, chatting with him and seeing the adoring look in his eyes as he sat and held hands with Anne. They are together now...a change of address of sorts. However, I already miss seeing "King George" but I know he's in a better place. I have the most utmost respect for both of them and your family. I will miss them both dearly. They may be gone from our lives but their legacy will live on. You are all in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.

Dear Betsy and family,

My deepest sympathy at the loss of both parents in such a short time. We are so lucky when our parents live long lives and leave us with many wonderful and loving memories.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Blessings,

Denise Beeney