Woodstock, Vermont

Marilyn L. Spaulding, 79, passed away at her home in Woodstock Wednesday morning, February 15, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 21, 1937 in Hanover, New Hampshire to Norman and Marion (Luce) Jaycox.

Marilyn attended a one room schoolhouse in South Pomfret and enjoyed skiing at Suicide Six, earning ski privileges by tamping fresh snow for Bunny Bertram. She graduated in the top 10 from Woodstock High School in 1955 where she enjoyed skiing, softball, and cheerleading. On February 4, 1956, she married Max "Bud" Spaulding.

Her career included secretarial positions for Judge William Billings, Roger Maher Real Estate, and Attorney Thomas Debevoise of The Vermont Law School. She also worked for Dartmouth College Athletic Council, Law Offices of Billings & Sherburne, and Vetco New England Inc. before owning and operating The Woodstock Corporation, Real Estate, for over 30 years, retiring in 2005.

Marilyn was an active volunteer in her community. She served as Treasurer and President of the Woodstock Kindergarten and Nursery School and was instrumental in incorporating public kindergarten at WES. She was a member of The Woodstock Eastern Star, Woodstock Ski Runners, and President of The Woodstock Country Club Ladies Golf Association (as well as a two-time member of the Hole in One Club). Marilyn was also active with the Ottauquechee Community Partnership Mentor and Buddy Program, and for years was the treasurer and organizer for many of the King's Daughters projects.

Marilyn served on the Woodstock Village Board of Trustees for several years as member and chairperson. She also spent a number of years on the Village Zoning Board and the Woodstock Planning Commision.

Her greatest joy in life was spending time with family and supporting all of their endeavors.

She is survived by her husband Bud, her three daughters Vicki Hamel (Peter), Diane Foley ( Burns), and Leslie Lewis (Doug), grandchildren Ryan, Kevin, Kyle, Katie, Kellan, Bradley, and Dani, and two great grandchildren Tucker and Brooks. She is also survived by brothers Gerald and Roger and sister Cheryl, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 19th at 2:00pm at the Unitarian Universalist Chapel in Woodstock. A reception will follow at the Thompson Senior Center in Woodstock. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the King's Daughters, PO Box 765, Woodstock, VT 05091 or the Ottauquechee Community Partnership Mentor and Buddy Program, PO Box 181, 19B Central Street, Woodstock, VT 05091

Arrangements are under the direction of the Cabot Funeral Home in Woodstock. An online guest book can be found at cabotfh.com