Charlene Orton

WILLISTON: Charlene Orton, 56, of Williston died April 13, 2024, at UVM Medical Center in Burlington, following a lingering illness.  Her loving family and very close friends were by her side.

She was born in Morrisville, on August 3, 1967, one of five children born to the late Clayton E. and Merlene (Ring) Orton. She graduated from Essex High School in the Class of 1985.

Charlene was employed for more than 16 years at the Merchants Bank in South Burlington.  She later worked for the City of Burlington Public Works Department and then moved to the Code Enforcement Department.

She enjoyed motorcycling, reading, music and eating out at many different restaurants.

Survivors include: her siblings, Cathy Fraser of Killeen, Texas, Lori (Dean) Stratton of Hardwick, Patricia (Eric) Meade of South Duxbury, Sister-in-law Andrea Orton; one aunt; several nieces, nephews, and cousins,

Charlene was predeceased by a brother Dale Orton, and brother-in-law Leon Fraser.

To honor her request, there will be no service. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 1PM until 3:30 PM, at the VFW, 73 Pearl Street, Essex Jct. VT (next to the fairgrounds).

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Humane Society of Chittenden County, 142 Kindness CT., South Burlington, Vt. 05403.

Arrangements are in the care of Northern Vermont Funeral Service, 60 Elm Street, Hardwick. Online condolences are welcomed at: northernvermontfuneralservice.com