In The CSTR Sunshine News ...
CSTR member Becky Listwon has lost her husband Ed
Dr. Edward J. Listwon, PhD, 68, of Groveland, died Jan. 25, 2011. Beloved
husband of Rebecca B. Listwon, cherished brother of Barbara J. Listwon,
devoted father of Benjamin G. Listwon and his wife Kiffen Hsieh, Steven A.
Listwon and his wife Colleen and grandfather of Leo X. H. Listwon. He loved
his family and his home, and had a genuine compassion and empathy for the
life and lives around him. Born in Ansonia, Conn., he began a distinguished
academic career at Holy Cross High School before commencing his
undergraduate studies at the University of Connecticut, then earning a
Master's Degree from Boston University, and finally returning to the
University of Connecticut, from which he earned his Doctorate. As a member
of the American Psychological Association and the Massachusetts Nurses
Association, Edward devoted a lifetime of work to public health by working
first with the Veteran's Administration on Court Street in Boston, then the
North Essex Mental Health Association. His interests were many, including
houseplants, traveling and photography. Ed was also a member of the S-Guagers,
a model railroad club.
ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are respectfully
invited to attend the funeral Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 10 a.m. from the H.L.
Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, 106 Summer St., Haverhill, followed by a funeral
Mass at 11 a.m. in St. John The Baptist Church, Haverhill. Burial will be in
Riverview Cemetery, Groveland. Calling hours at the Funeral Home will be
Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. Condolences to his family may be made at
www.farmerfuneralhomes.com .
Becky's address is 10 Garrison Street, Groveland, MA 01834
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CSTR
Member ALLEN MINER PASSED ON 12/25/10
Allen F. Miner of Warwick, died on December 25th at age 79. Born in Leyden to Wilfred and Beatrice Miner, he graduated from New Salem Academy in 1950. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ann; daughters Alana Mankowsky and Andrea Woods; son, Anthony; grandchildren Erin Rossetti, Brian Miner, Michael Mankowsky, Jared and Kathryn Woods; and a sister, Eunice Rumrill. Allen was an avid horse person. Allen was Highway Superintendent and a Selectman in Warwick, as well as self employed in bus transportation and construction.
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DOROTHEA
RASNEOR BELT 90, of Thompson, CT and of Nicholls,
GA, died Friday, December 3, 2010, at her home surrounded by her loving
family. Her husband of 59 years, Dr. Warner Duane Belt, died in 2009. She
leaves her children: Judith Belt Dedinsky and her husband Joseph Dedinsky of
Chelmsford, MA, Stephen Warner Belt and his wife Pauline Ward Belt of
Cortland, NY, and Barbara Belt and her husband Jim Bonnette of Thompson, CT;
a daughter-in-law, Phyllis Morgan Belt of Nicholls, GA; her beloved
grandchildren, Jason Belt, Jennifer Andrews, Joshua Belt, James Bonnette,
Matthew Dedinsky and Caleb Belt; her cherished great grandchildren, Austin
Andrews, Natasha Belt, Alexis Andrews and Julian Belt; a brother-in-law,
Warner Wilson of Springfield, OH; a dear family friend, Mandi Zdanis of
Plainfield, CT; and a cherished friend, B. Claire Hill of Wisconsin. She was
preceded in death by her son David Duane Belt of Nicholls, GA and by her
sister Mildred Rasneor Wilson of Springfield, OH. She was born and raised in
Springfield, OH, daughter of Oscar and Nora A. (Duellmann) Rasneor. She
graduated from Springfield (OH) High School and the Springfield City
Hospital School of Nursing. She studied operating room technique and
supervision at Yale School of Nursing in New Haven. After World War II, she
earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Science from Ohio State
University and completed graduate work in anatomy and anesthesiology. She
was a United States Army veteran of World War II, serving as an operating
room nurse in France, Belgium and Germany. She separated from the service
with the rank of Captain. Dotty was a Registered Nurse and Certified
Registered Nurse Anesthetist and was employed most recently by the
University Hospital Medical College in Richmond, VA, by Symmes Hospital in
Arlington, MA and by Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, MA. She retired in
1975. Dotty was active in the Girl Scouts of America as a youth and as an
adult leader; she was an artist and enjoyed painting during her working
years. In her retirement, she enjoyed horses and trail riding and belonged
to the Littleton Horse Owner's Association, the New England Horse and Trail
Association, and the Cross State Trail Ride. She was a skilled silversmith
and jewelry designer and was a past member of the Lexington Arts and Crafts
Society. She enjoyed water sports, downhill skiing, gardening, world travel
and digital photography. Dotty will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
She had a vibrant zest for life, a courageous and adventurous spirit, and a
deep love of her family. No funeral services are planned. Donations may be
made to any veteran organization in her memory. Scanlon Funeral Service, 38
East Main Street, Webster, MA is directing the arrangements.