Remembering Melinda Bussino
It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our Chair, Melinda Bussino, over the weekend. Melinda gave so much of herself to so many, and the Windham Regional Commission counts itself as fortunate to have benefited from her active participation and leadership since she began serving as a Commissioner from Westminster in 1995. During that time she served as Vice Chair for 3 years, and this year was her fifth term as Chair, a position she assumed in 2008. Melinda was a tireless advocate for those in need and the importance of community, and an undeniable force for change. In addition to her work, Melinda shared with everyone an incredibly positive disposition and a beautiful smile. Our thoughts go out to her family for their loss, and we thank them for sharing Melinda with us. She will be missed.
Melinda's viewing will be held on Friday from 4 to 7 pm at Ker Westerlund at 57 High Street in Brattleboro. Please stop in and express your condolences to her family. Her memorial service is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church on Main Street in Brattleboro. It is also open to the public.
The family has asked that donations be given to the Drop In Center in lieu of flowers.
