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David Boyer Obituary
Age: 73 • Monkton
David M. Boyer of Monkton died on May 8, 2017 at his home from a heart attack.
He was born on April 20th, 1944 in Colchester, VT the son of Bernard and Virginia Marshall Boyer.
David graduated Rice Memorial High School, class of 1964. On October 17th, 1964 he was married in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Williston, VT to Genevieve Chase.
David worked for New England Telephone, IBM and eventually found his passion, growing apples with his wife in Monkton, where they grew a thriving business. Many may have fond memories of a tour of the orchard and gardens on the gator with Dave. He was always on the go and enjoyed woodworking, building houses, and "playing" on his backhoe. He grafted hundreds of trees and loved to share his knowledge of everything orchard related with visitors and the community.
He is survived by his wife and business partner, Genevieve. Daughter, Cricket Fegan, son Mark Boyer and his wife Sandy, daughter, Kathy Boyer and her husband Rob Hunter and grandchildren: Aliza Moffit and Christopher Boyer. He is survived by siblings Bernard Boyer and his wife Leona, Mary Williams and her husband Ed Williams, Daniel and his wife Susan, Peter and his wife Lynn, and his sister Debra Boyer. He is also survived by close family member and orchard greeter, Alice Boyer.
He was predeceased by his parents, Bernard and Virginia Boyer in 1973.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday May 12, 2017 at 3pm at St. Jude Catholic Church in Hinesburg. Burial will be held privately at a later date. There will be no calling hours. There will be a reception following the service at St. Jude. Ready Funeral home and Cremation Services South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Rd, Burlington VT has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Please visit www.readyfuneral.com to place on-line condolences.
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Jack and Lee Danyow
August 13, 2017
We just heard about David's death so this is late. We just heard yesterday and we're so shocked. He was a wonderful person always taking time to greet us. Our prayers are with your family.
John Izzo
July 8, 2017
Wow, just found out about Daves passing. He was an original who we always enjoyed. Sorry we lost touch with you 2. Will try to get up during apple season to see you Jen.
Loy Harrell
May 28, 2017
Rae and I loved David He was our friend for many years and he will be missed by many Dave was an attribute to his community and to all that knew him Our best to Ginney, We love you Rae and Loy
Carleen Lehouiller
May 17, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Dave's family....we looked forward to his smile each yr. while apple picking, as well as to the special things he often wanted us to try. One year he took us on a mini-tour in a different orchard so we could try several different kinds of apples. There were also many years that he generously donated to the fall Cursillos. Now I'll bet God has him showing his expertise in Heaven's orchards! But Heaven's gain is surely Monkton's loss!
Carleen Lehouiller, Burlington
peter norris
May 13, 2017
to jen and family very saddened to hear of dave's
passing.he was a man of great intellect and conviction. i always felt when speaking to dave
that i was conversing with someone w more intellect than i..my thoughts are with you at this time peter norris
May 12, 2017
To Dan and Susan
So deeply sorry for your loss. If we can do anything please know we are here for you.
Love Sue and Phil
Jim Haddad
May 12, 2017
I remember bringing a plunger and blasting caps to Dave cause i found them at a deer camp i was cleaning out. Whoa he exclaimed stepping back from the trunk, "that's not the way to transport caps he said. Built my first home PC, i worked with Mark at the bank. My deepest sympathies for the whole family. Jim Haddad
Mark Yandow
May 12, 2017
So saddened to hear of Dave's passing our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family .
Patricia and Joseph Monticino and Family
May 12, 2017
Today we are remembering our life long friend, we shared a special relationship with David and Genny. We spent wonderful times together and he will be missed. Our love to Genny and their children
keith peters
May 12, 2017
sorry to hear of daves passing I have great memories of dave back on the farm with his family.
keith & mary ann peters
Burlington vermont
Ronald Paquette
May 12, 2017
I have fond memories of David playing football at RMHS. He was a hard running fullback who once scored a TD with his solder pads falling off. God Bless you in heaven and my prayers are with your family.
Faye Preston Hebert
May 12, 2017
So sorry for your loss, I have so many great memories of growing up an living by your orchards an being your babysitter, he was a wonderful caring man an has touched many lives. My heart goes out to the family.My deepest sympathy
John Freeman
May 12, 2017
Fall will never be the same. I always looked forward to my visits to the orchard, not only for the great apples and cider, but to see Dave. He would always give me the tour of the orchard and introduce me to all the new varieties of apples and pears he'd grafted. It was so gratifying to see someone so proud of his property, his employees and his wonderful products. We will all miss him. My best to the family.
Paula and Phil Fortin
May 12, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathleen Tierney
May 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers for Dave and families. He was never too busy for a kind 'hello' and a smile. God Bless
Roger and Alyson Cota
May 11, 2017
Sending warm thoughts to your family. Dave always greeted us with a warm smile and an apple treat! He was a valued part of the Monkton Community and he will be missed! Roger Cota & Family
Celeste Plouffe
May 11, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to the whole family. Dave was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed!!!! I am so sorry to hear of his passing, please let me know if there is anything that you need.
Best wishes,
Linda Porter McSweeney
May 11, 2017
My condolences to David's family.
We lived in Monkton near the orchard. Many fond memories of David and his orchard. He was a very helpful and caring man. We will miss him.
May 11, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Boyer was a genuine, sincere and knowledgeable man. Always happy to share a pear, plum or an apple to prove the deliciousness of his produce. I especially enjoyed the raspberry jalapeño jam and the cider donuts. I will miss his smiling personality. My prayers go out to all his family. Sincerely, Barbara Kenfield Williston, VT.
Sharon Lee
May 11, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. I always enjoyed talking to him at the orchard and he was the builder of my house. He was a well-known, and liked member of our Monkton Community. My condolences to Genny and the family.
Elizabeth Whitcomb
May 11, 2017
Ginny children and sister Alice ....we Germaine's are all so sadden by the loss of David...our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this very difficult time
Kathleen (Neill) Bradshaw
May 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Boyers Orchards holds such special memories for me from my childhood. Peace and comfort blessings to your family.
May 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss.Dave was a great guy.Love from George,Diane Bennett and Family...
Diane Saunders
May 10, 2017
Condolences to all of Dave's immediate family as well as his extended family members. Not only a huge hole left in family members lives but also for the community.
Theresa&Steve Aube
May 10, 2017
Ginny and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Dave passing. Our deepest condolences to all the family. He was such a kind person when we visited the orchard. We would Love to come to the celebration of life service but we will be out of state. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sandy, dwaine Hood
May 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of mr Boyer passing. I had the pleasure of being one of the people who got to ride on the gator. It was such a nice ride and so interesting. My sister and I go down several times a year to get our apples and fresh veggies.
Mr. & Mrs. Wilson
May 10, 2017
We are sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Boyer, and saddened that we won't be seeing him in our backyard this year. He always had a warm smile and friendly wave for us. Gennie and family our sincere condolences as you go through this time of mourning and grief. We will remember you all in our prayers in the days and weeks ahead.
Fondly,
Scott and Valarie
Nancy Martel-Breiner
May 10, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about David. My heart is breaking for all of you. I just cannot imagine this fall without his smile. So many memories from the Williston days. My thoughts and prayers for your family.
Marc Plouffe
May 10, 2017
How very Heartbreaking! I can't imagine the loss. I've known Dave my entire life. I will miss his kind words, his optimism, his smile and genuine embrace. Words are never enough. I share the sadness of what I am certain are so many who's lives were touched in a positive way by Dave, whether you knew him personally or not.
bernard boyer
May 10, 2017
so sorry to hear about David you and all your family are in our prayers He was a dear brother.love you all Bernard and Leona
Boyer
alan whitney
May 10, 2017
the apple industry lost a great player. He left a legacy behind
Patty & Tadge Brosseau
May 10, 2017
Gennie and family: We are so sorry to hear of David's death. It was always a delight to see him whenever we went for apples. He always stopped and talked with us about the bees or the cider or orchard, and he will be very missed. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Louise Plouffe
May 10, 2017
OMG! The Plouffe family is SO sorry to get this news! We send our deepest sympathy to the Boyer family. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Louise
Danny Grace
May 10, 2017
We are sorry to hear of David's passing, our condolences to the family.
Gary Davis
May 10, 2017
My sister called this morning to tell me about Dave's passing. I can say Dave will be remembered as a character in my life line especially in Williston school days. David's father in 1960 got David a ham radio. He knew the Morse Code. We talked across the Williston fields and even went cross country skiing one. David you will have a chapter in my book about Vermont in the fifties. Lets hope it sells, better I complete it.
David's passion was apples and I find it a little strange his novice radio call sign was KN1OCA.
That is " Old Grab Apple"
Safe journeys David.
Diane Davis Villemaire
May 10, 2017
Very sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I knew him most all my life and Jenny, too, such a special friend and great person. I know time passes and lose folks along the way, but Dave's loss is going to leave a big hole in a lot of hearts. So sad.
Andre & Mary Bergeron
May 10, 2017
So sorry to hear about Dave's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stephen Pilcher
May 10, 2017
I'm going to miss the political musings out in his workshop in front of the wood stove and the rides in the gator hither and yon to see his latest project. What a lovely and amazing man he was.
Brian Duerr
May 10, 2017
Dave will be missed tremendously! My wife & I have ridden on the gator and were even encouraged to take it around solo. We did! A visit to the orchard will not be the same without him. A very sad day, indeed......
Karen Peterson Shastany
May 10, 2017
Dear Gen and family, my heartfelt condolences to you. I went to Williston Central School with the Boyer and Chase families. Such nice memories!
Jim Manchester
May 10, 2017
Gen and family,
What a loss! Dave was a remarkable man, multitalented and generous., with a love of people. He fixed my computers, showed me his orchard and creations, and ate my raspberries. Who could not be taken in by his warm personality. He will be missed. Jim Manchester
Callie Brynn
May 10, 2017
So sorry to hear this. I didn't meet him until recently, when he generously offered to come over to our house in Monkton. We have a pear tree that was in rough shape and he gave us some great advice. Spent the sunny evening talking with him, listening to the birds and learning a wealth of knowledge about fruit trees in the hours he was there. He was an incredible member of our community, my heart goes out to your family.
Donna Goodrich
May 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you.. Dick and I always enjoyed our trips to the orchard to say hello.
Anne Driscoll
May 10, 2017
I am very saddened to read of David's passing. I got to know the family way back when Kathy was in my first grade class at Monkton. I loved seeing Kathy from time to time at the orchard. I remember one time David took me out into the corn field where we got corn and even green beans. He was so friendly and helpful. My husband Dan absolutely loves the Macintosh apples from his orchard. My sincere condolences to to Genny, Kathy and the whole family. He will be sorely missed.
Anne Driscoll
Betty Stark Blanchard
May 10, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to the Boyer family on the loss of a great man. What a blessing he has been to the Monkton community all these years as has your whole family. Please know are hearts and prayers are with you now and the community stands ready to help whenever and wherever we can. Sincerely,Betty Stark Blanchard
May 10, 2017
Dear Gen and the Boyer family,
There are no words that can convey our sadness at the terrible news of Dave's passing. Please know our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you all. He will be missed.
With love, Kathy and Ted Barrett and family.
Bob Johnson
May 10, 2017
Mark & Sandy: Maureen and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Larry Zeno
May 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss, I always enjoyed talking to Dave about honey bees and his buying my honey I will miss seeing him at the orhard
Edwin and JAnn Blow
May 10, 2017
Mark and the Boyer family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of David. He will be missed. The wonderful memories you have will last a lifetime.
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