Annette Charbonneau, 91, of Winooski/Colchester, passed away on December 13, 2022, due to complications of failing health.
She was born in Colchester on April 12, 1931, third daughter of Oscar and Antoinette (Gaboriault) Gratton. She attended Colchester schools, worked at George Little Press, had a family of 5 with her husband Elmer, and in her later years went on to VCC and opened her own hair salon, "Annette's", in Colchester. After retiring she enjoyed many years of travel, visiting with friends and seeing her children grow.
Annette leaves children: Ann Towle and husband Skip of Essex Jct., her oldest son: Michael Charbonneau and wife Sharon of Fl., Deborah Navari and husband Peter of Grand Isle, Donna Harris and husband Matt of N.H., daughter-in-law, Joanne Charbonneau and fiance Steve Trepanier of Swanton, Grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many special nieces and nephews.
Annette's leaves her siblings, Marie Mandina of South Carolina and Bernie Gratton of NY.
Annette was predeceased by her husband, Elmer, and her youngest son, Todd.
Her deceased siblings: Dorothy Gratton, Cecile Richards, Rita Rock, Florence Bradley, Shirley Farnsworth and brothers: Joseph and Oscar, John and Leo Gratton.
Family and friends may gather for Annette's Celebration of Life, 11 AM Wednesday, April 12th, 2023, at Our Lady of Grace church in Colchester, followed by a Reception. Interment in the Colchester Village Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Annette's memory may be made to a favorite charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.Iavignefuneralhome.com