BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Lillian Frances Rounds, 88, of Bon Aqua, Tenn., and longtime resident of Bellows Falls, Vt., went to Heaven on Sept. 22, 2023.
Lillian was born on Oct. 21, 1934, in Lindenhurst, N.Y., to the late William A. Blum and Frances Susan Ryan. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her first husband Jacob Graf, second husband Wayne Rounds, her brother Robert Blum, and her son John Graf. Lillian had a passion for knitting and crocheting baby sweaters and blankets for all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She saw only the good things in life, and lived life to the fullest. Lillian had a strong belief in her faith, which played a significant role in her everyday life. Faith can often provide comfort and purpose, and she found solace and meaning in hers.
Lillian’s love for her family highlights the importance of close relationships in her life. Family can be a source of support, love, and connection, and it’s clear that she cherished those bonds.
Lillian is survived by her daughters Dorothy (Brent) Gesick-Cheeney, Janet (Patrick) Kiniry, and Cynthia (Tim) Allen; and her sister Patricia Jones. She was blessed with 12 grandchildren Kristen (Jonathan) Gesick, Stephanie (Chris) Paquette, Paige (Micheal) Gesick, John (Sam) Graf, Frannie (Seth) Ashworth, Maggie (Louis) Tremblay, Katelynn (Steve) Bashaw, Whitney (Matt) Zweeres, Brendan (Gabriella) Kiniry, Eric (Kelly) Allen, Audrey (Shawn) Allen, Abigail (Blake) Allen; and 14 great-grandchildren. Lillian is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will take place on Oct. 27, at 11 a.m., at St. Peter Cemetery in Drewsville, N.H.
Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street in Bellows Falls, Vt., is assisting with arrangements.