Albert Sanborn

Albert B. Sanborn, 90, of Lyndonville, died peacefully early Monday morning February 16, 2015 at his home with his loyal son Steve by his side. He was born October 6, 1924 in Barton, VT, one of two sons born to Ernest and Jennie (Baird) Sanborn. Following his schooling he worked on a dairy farm in Glover. In 1948 Albert joined the US Army National Guard of Vermont. In 1950 he joined the Regular Army and served in Germany. In 1952 he rejoined the Army National Guard of Vermont and served until 1970. He was on reserve until 1984 when he retired. On December 9, 1967 he married Arlene Counter.
Albert worked at VT Tap & Die Co. in Lyndonville as a machinist for thirty-five years retiring in 1990. He was a life member of the VFW Post 10038 of Lyndonville and was also a former member of the ODD Fellows Lodge of Lyndonville. He liked working in his gardens, fishing, hunting and was an avid Boston Red Sox fan. He was predeceased by his parents; his wife of thirty-eight years, Arlene Sanborn in 2005; his brother Dean Sanborn and his wife Alice; and a sister in-law, Wanetta Counter. Survivors include his son, Steve Sanborn of Lyndonville; a sister in-law, Betty counter of St. Johnsbury; several very close friends; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in Lyndonville Thursday evening February 19 at 7:00PM at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Joan Vincent officiating. Friends may meet with the family prior to the start of the service beginning at 5:00PM. Burial in Howland Cemetery in Burke Hollow is planned for Wednesday May 13, 2015 at 10:00AM. Donations made in Albert's memory may be directed to Lyndon Rescue Inc., P. O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851. Private on-line condolences may be shared with the family at www.guibordfh.com. Guibord Funeral Home is located on the corner of Main and Center Streets, Lyndonville.