Photo Courtesy Newton-Bartlett Funeral Home
Ann Zora (St. Martin) Stout
March 5, 1958 ~ December 3, 2025
Ann Zora St. Martin Stout, born in Newport, NH, on March 5, 1958, was called home to God at her home in Newport on December 3, 2025. Ann was the daughter of Zora and Alfred St. Martin, and lived nearly all her life in Newport. She was married to her high school sweetheart Gregory for over 49 years.
Ann’s journey on earth was marked by motherhood to more than just her own seven children and six grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, where she received all of her sacraments, including baptism, reconciliation, first communion, confirmation, anointing of the sick and matrimony. She married Greg on October 23, 1976.
Her ongoing participation in education and the church led to her co-founding Mount Royal Academy in 1993 and homeschooling her children for over 15 years. She admired art, literature, culture and nature, which could be seen through her years of involvement in the Newport Historical Society, the Library Arts Center and the Amalgamated Printing Association. She was crowned Newport’s Winter Carnival Queen in 1975 after reciting original poetry for the talent portion.
In recent years, Ann wrote a weekly column in the Intertown Record as well as regular articles for the Newport Times and Soonipi Magazine. She was a writer for over 40 years, contributing to the Argus Champion and Eagle Times, and self-publishing two books — an alphabet book about the town of Newport and another about the history of stained-glass windows in St. Patrick’s Church.
Ann’s Greek heritage played a large part in the traditions, holidays and food that she shared with family. She left the door to her home open to anyone in need and is known by many for her warm hospitality and homemade bread. Her unwavering faith in God and His teachings allowed her to serve innumerable friends and strangers with grace and kindness. Her legacy will be carried forward by those who were touched by her compassion, generous heart and thoughtful mind.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents Zora and Alfred St. Martin, and brothers Michael and Thomas. She is survived by her loving husband Greg; sister Lisa Cook (Clint); brother Andy St. Martin; children Maria, Jeremy (Jacqueline), Jacob (Keri), Rachel, Monica (Edward), Dominic and Julia; and grandchildren Dylan, Caleb, Hayden, Bryce, Leah and Micah. She also leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at calling hours on Thursday, December 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Newton-Bartlett Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will take place at St. Patrick’s Church on Friday, December 12, at 11 a.m. with a burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ann’s memory to the Newport Library Arts Center and the Pregnancy Center of the Upper Valley.
Original Obituary Link: https://www.newtonbartlett.com/obituary/Ann-Stout
A personal recap of the APA 2025 Daredevil Wayzgoose“Wayzgoose.” Nobody really knows where it came from, but it sounds like a long-lost Dr. Seuss character. Whatever its origins, it’s the perfect excuse for printers, book nerds, and lovers of ink to gather, eat, drink, and celebrate the craft that keeps us coming back for more.
This year’s APA Daredevil Wayzgoose in Rochester was nothing short of fantastic, thanks to the tireless team who pulled it together (you know who you are), the ever-energetic Geri McCormick and crew, and the robust Rochester letterpress community who flung their shop doors wide open to welcome us. More than a weekend of type and presses, it was proof that this community is thriving—and very good at throwing a party.
The Goose had it all—workshops, tours, lectures, auctions, and more type than a dictionary on steroids—but for me, the best part was simple: camaraderie. As the Mailer, I know everyone’s names and towns from the monthly bundles, but meeting the real people behind the colophons? That’s magic. This is my tribe—the best bunch of ink intellectuals you could ask for.
Thursday was split between tours and workshops. While some explored Rochester’s print-rich landscape, I set up camp at the Flower City Arts Center—a refurbished firehouse with presses and type in the basement and pure fun upstairs.
I dove into Paper Marbling with Susan Doran, who taught the Ebru style (think antique endpapers gone psychedelic). Susan made it so foolproof that even if you sneezed mid-swirl, you’d still walk away with a masterpiece. I left with a stack I’ll turn into Christmas books.
Between workshops, most of us wandered to DogTown for lunch—yes, they serve hot dogs, and no, it’s not fancy. It’s the kind of joint where the menu fits on a napkin and the ketchup bottle sticks to the table. Zero pretension with plenty of laughs with print pals. Perfect.
That night’s meet-and-greet at Swiftwater Brewing had everything: beer, food, and the delightful chaos of printers in one room. I caught up with Heidi Mozingo and her husband Glen, finally met Jason Wedekind, chatted with Erin Beckloff and met the real Tony Zanni—formerly “one of the people I stalk on Instagram.” Smiles everywhere. A solid Goose kickoff.
Friday brought presentations at the Rochester Public Library. Jessica Spring’s talk on Daredevil Typesetting stole the show—her bold, visual examples lit up the room and left me itching to get back to the press. I sat with John Horn and met the Johnsons, John and Nancy Jane. Lunch was just down the street in a grand old train station—food was good, architecture was better, and the company topped them both.
Studio tours followed, though I ducked out for a board meeting. Still, Rochester’s printers were out in force, flinging open their doors to show off presses, type, and the sheer vitality of their local scene. Their generosity and enthusiasm were a recurring theme all weekend.
Later at RIT, Amelia Hugill-Fontanel graciously hosted us for a reception and a peek into the Cary and Stephen O. Saxe Collections, including treasures from Frederick Goudy. Hours later, back on campus, we previewed The Pantone Guy, a documentary-in-progress. If you don’t know Pantone, let’s just say your world is less colorful than it could be.
Saturday began with the Swap, our beloved ritual of trading and treasure-hunting. I was up early to set out my wares, and sales were brisk. Whether I came out ahead, broke even, or just converted cash into heavier luggage is anyone’s guess. I shared a table with Mike Moore and swapped stories with Lonnie Smith at the booth next door. Moore Wood Type also stole the show with a vintage vending machine stocked with plastic containers of “printer” candy—pure genius.
This year was also our first time covering the cost of attending the Wayzgoose for two people, thanks to the fundraising event and the sale of “Wayzzles.” With such great support, we’re hopeful this tradition will continue next year—another way our community puts ink where its heart is.
Then came the auction—pure, glorious mayhem. Auctioneer Mark Barbour kept the room roaring while Cathleen Cherry worked miracles at the sales table. Printers cheered, bid, and battled for treasures. Tony Guadagnolo’s “That’s The Ticket” project was on display, a shining example of how collaborative work can be elevated into something truly special.
Evening brought more tours, cocktails, and dinner, capped by keynote speaker Kiva Stimac, who entertained us with tales of running an arts organization in Canada. Somewhere in the mix, Cathy Clark Craig and her husband handed out 3-D printed California Case necklaces—wearable proof of how creativity and community go hand-in-hand.
Sunday was goodbye day for many, but Rochester wasn’t done with us yet. Geri McCormick and her Virgin Wood Type team opened their shop for tours and demos—another act of generosity from the hosts who made us feel at home all weekend. We also swung by Tony Zanni’s studio for a nickel tour of his presses and type collection, capped off with breakfast pizza that may or may not have stolen the show.
With eight hours of road ahead, we finally headed home, Wayzgoose 2025 in the rearview and fresh inspiration in our veins.
APA 2025 Daredevil Wayzgoose Group Photo at RIT [Click on image for full sized picture]
Thank you, Rochester. To Geri and her crew, to Amelia Hugill-Fontanel, to the local printers who opened their doors, and to the organizers who made the whole thing run – what a weekend. The Goose delivered: friendship, inspiration, laughter, and ink on our hands. Already counting down to next year.