Georgia – Marette A. Conger, 72, a lifelong resident of this community, passed away Monday October 10, 2011, at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born in Georgia on January 17, 1939, the daughter of the late Carl and Kathleen (Lapan) King. Marette married Neil E. Conger on February 19, 1955, in Milton. He preceded her in death on March 15, 2010. In her earlier years, she was a Nurse’s Aide at the former Kerbs Memorial Hospital. She will be remembered for keeping her yard in order, along with her house and always enjoyed decorating for the holidays, which included her collection of various Santa Claus’. Survivors include her son, Mark Conger and his fiancée, Laura of St. Albans; her daughter, Melody Adams and her husband, Royallen, of Georgia; her grandchildren, Amy, Melissa and her husband, Troy, Ryan, Travis, Tyler, Nick and Holly. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Cierra, Shelby and Cherica; a special nephew, Martin Waite; close family friend, Barbara Parah and canine companions, Sophie and Haley. In addition to her parents and husband, Marette was preceded in death by two sons, Tracy and Patrick and her sister, Diane Cross. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, October 13, 2011, from 7 to 9 PM at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main Street, St. Albans. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 14th at 11:00 A.M. in the Heald Chapel, with the Reverend Maurice J. Roy officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in Hope Cemetery in Georgia. Those wishing to honor Marette’s memory are asked to contribute to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 or the Vermont Heart Association, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495. Private messages of condolence are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.
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