LUDLOW, Vt. – Helen Grace Bostock, 75, died Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Springfield Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born Jan. 22, 1951, in Fort Dix, N.J., the daughter of Robert and Rose Marie (Slanetz) Short. She graduated valedictorian from Leland & Gray High School in Townshend, Vt., Class of 1969.
She married Paul B. Bostock on May 19, 1999, in Ludlow, Vt.
Helen worked as an administrative assistant in the insurance industry. She also worked as a school bus driver in Cavendish, Vt., and worked in elder care in the area.
She enjoyed quilting and crocheting, and she loved her cats.
Helen is survived by her husband, Paul B. Bostock; brothers-in-law, Charles Bostock, John Bostock and Richard Bostock; sister-in-law, Eleanor Norton; and cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents, and by her sister, Constance Redford.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 30, at 11 a.m., at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Ludlow, Vt. The Rev. Charles Bostock will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local humane society.
Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield, Vt., is assisting with arrangements.