Charles H. Boardman Rites

CORNWALL — A Mass of Christian Burial for Charles Henry Boardman, 98, who died Dec. 31, 2012, was celebrated Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Middlebury.

The Rev. William Beaudin, pastor, was the celebrant.

Kevin Parizo was organist and soloist.

The reading was done by Mr. Boardman’s daughter, Mary Jane Broughton, and nephew John Murray.

Gift bearers were grandson Ben Broughton, and son-in-law Mike Broughton.

The eulogy was delivered by grandson, Loyal Broughton.

Members of Cornwall, New Haven, Ferrisburgh and Ripton volunteer fire departments served as honorary pallbearers.

Urn Bearer was Dennis Rheaume, Chief, and Flag Bearer was 1st Assistant Chief David Berno, both members of the Cornwall Fire Department.

A reception followed at Middlebury American Legion Post #27.

The graveside committal service and burial with military honors will take place at a later date in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home in Brandon.