Helen Gill

Helen Gill, 96, of Manchester Center, Vermont, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 7, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease and breast cancer.

Born in the Bronx on December 1, 1928, Helen was the daughter of Esther and Joseph Klein. She lived a vibrant and rewarding life, most notably as the proprietor of The Onion Lamp, a beloved bed and breakfast she ran during the 1980s and 1990s. Professionally, Helen worked as an accountant for Brown & Hitchcock and later as a leading sales associate in home furnishings at Polo Factory Outlet and Dansk.

A proud and devoted member of the Manchester Center community, Helen cherished the Green Mountains and the many people who came to visit them year-round. Her warmth and welcoming spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Helen is survived by her two daughters: Barbara Gill-Vayo and her husband, William Vayo of White Plains, NY; and Susan Gill and her husband, Ronald Northrup of Sea Cliff, NY. She also leaves behind her cherished granddaughter, Lucy Vayo and many beloved pets.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Arrangements are under the care of Ballard-Durand Funeral Home, 2 Maple Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601. For online condolences or to plant trees in Helen's memory, please visit www.ballarddurand.com