Valley News publishes area obituary notices

Josh Murphy, 32, died at his home in Washington after a seizure. A Hanover, New Hampshire, native and University of Washington Bothell electrical engineering graduate, he worked as a quality control inspector at Amazon’s satellite manufacturing plant and enjoyed running, animals, cooking and ham radio. Carlton “Carl” Hurd, 81, died with family by his side after a life devoted to teaching physical education and coaching in Woodstock, Vermont; he was remembered for his faith, love of sports and deep commitment to his family. William “Bill” Riegel, 85, a longtime Vermont educator and school leader who helped establish The Children’s Room and open Crossett Brook Middle School, died in Greenville, South Carolina, surrounded by family. A full obituary for Norman Rhodes Jr. is forthcoming; Ricker Funeral Home is handling arrangements.