Jeffrey Fillion Obituary

FILLION, JEFFREY JAMAICA, VT - Jeffrey Fillion, 52, of Jamaica, VT formerly of Lansingburgh, West Dover and Bennington, VT, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at Brattleboro Hospital in Brattleboro, VT after being stricken ill while mountain biking. Born in Troy, he is the beloved son of C. Leo "Fil" Fillion and his wife Barbara of Speigletown and the late Beverly J. "Bev" St. Johns Fillion who died on November 8, 1998. He was a graduate of the Class of 1978 at Lansingburgh High School and was named a Co-Captain of the football team while he played at Lansingburgh High. He went on to serve in U.S. Navy Seabees Construction Battalion. Jeff was self-employed as a custom home builder and was an avid snow boarder, mountain biker and rollerblader. We will miss his dance moves in those crazy red shoes. Loving and cherished father of Carson and Julia Fillion, both of West Dover, VT, dear brother of Gary (Peggy) Fillion of Sandy Hook, CT, Ricky Fillion of West Milton, Marci (Bob) Bird of Clifton Park, Kim (Michael) Cantanucci of Lake George, Cynthia (Marc) Goldstein of Clifton Park, Robert Fillion of Albany, Kelley (Gary) Bristol of Troy and Kyle (Candice) of Saratoga Springs and loving companion of Crystal Mansfield of Townshend, VT. Jeffrey is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc., 565 Fourth Avenue (at 115th Avenue) in Lansingburgh where Rev. George P. Fleming, Pastor, Transfiguration Parish in Speigletown will officiate. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Millstone Park Trails (a special riding place of Jeff's), P.O. Box 44, Attn: Pierre, Websterville, VT 05678, in memory of Jeffrey Fillion. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc. 565 Fourth Avenue, Troy, NY 12182 (518) 235-0952.

Published by The Record from Aug. 20 to Aug. 21, 2011.
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Just tried to look up Jeff and found this. I am so sorry. This is James legge. I was in the Seabees with Geoff. We were great friends in Guam. Actually we both modeled together.

James legge

February 2, 2023

It was heart warming to revisit this guest book for Jeff and to remember his magnificence!

Ann Coleman

Friend

August 21, 2020

Gone too soon! The last time I was graced with Jeff's presence was at my brother Dave's wedding, 9/02/01, and what a time we had! Such a proud and attentive father of his precious young son and beautiful baby daughter! Yes, of course, he had them both on the dance floor, showing them the moves!
So extemely sad for your family's loss.
Deepest condolences. Leslie Hepp

Leslie Hepp

August 30, 2011

I was so sad to hear the news and wanted you to know you are all in our thoughts. I will always remember "Fillion" roller blading with his cape on, along with dancing the night away and our verbal jousts.
He will alway be remembered.

Laura & Anna

Laura Batchelor

August 29, 2011

Carson,Julia and Sindy - our hearts go out for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Laurel Cashman

August 27, 2011

Rick and your family....
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Tammey Heritage

August 25, 2011

Sindy, Carson and Julia,
My heart goes out to you. Keep those wild and crazy memories of him close to your heart. I will never forget the red shoes. And yes, it's ok to feel sad and cry. Peace

Holly Hoag

August 25, 2011

Jeff was a great guy. Always friendly and congenial. We both played football for the Burgh and Jeff was always cool to us even though we were a few years younger. I can still remember his long run against Draper. He steered me to Mount Snow where I have been a passholder for many years. He will always be remembered as a good guy and a heck of an athlete. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

The Couture family

August 24, 2011

Fillion Family..Jeff's kind and fun loving spirit will be greatly missed and always remembered. Our deepest condolences.

Kim & Erik Nilsen

August 24, 2011

To Jeff's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I had recently met Jeff and had gone mountain biking with him several times over the last couple of months. He will be missed.

David Gerard

August 24, 2011

So sorry to hear about Jeff, I was shocked as he was very active and definitely too young to pass away. I could not make the wake because I had to work late so I am sorry I was not able to see you folks in person.

Joe Salmon

August 24, 2011

My deepest sympathy to The Fillion Family. Jeff was a really great guy who will be missed by many!

Rachel Yetto

August 23, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the love of those around you.

Patrick and Jeanne Lance

August 23, 2011

Kyle, Candice and family.

Our deepest sympathies on the sudden loss of your brother.

Bob & Cheryl Eberle

August 23, 2011

To The Fillion Family,
Jeff played in the Prohack Racquetball League in the 80's and 90's when we met him. He was very athletic and very talkative during his playing days.

He later joined our social circle and which included boat trips to Lake George. I remember one time at the 50 foot cliffs, we all jumped. Of course Jeff being Jeff one upped everyone and climbed a tree at the top and dove out of it. Later that night he entertained everyone on the sidewalk with his dance moves. Too bad he had two left feet and danced like Elaine on Seinfeld. I hear he got better once he bought those red shoes.

Jeff was a ball of energy and we will miss him.

Frank & Sue Pezze III

August 23, 2011

Carson and Julia -
I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your dad. He loved you both so much and he was so proud of you. He will be close to you in your hearts and watch over you. There will be good and bad days ahead. Remember it is OK to cry. Thinking of you both.

Minna

August 23, 2011

Kyle and your family....
So very very sorry to hear of your loss.
Thoughts and prayers for you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Your KWSS friend Carol Herbert

Carol Herbert

August 23, 2011

To Carson, Julia, Sindy and all of Jeff's family, My deepest condolences in this very sad time. Just know that every day will get better for you and the whole "Valley" will be here to support you.

Deborah Amazon

August 23, 2011

Kyle, Your Keller Williams family was saddened to hear the news of your brother Jeff’s untimely passing. We send our love and prayers to you and your family, Godspeed to you all during this extremely difficult time.

Erin Sheridan

August 23, 2011

Kyle, Candice and the Fillion Family...I wish to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your brother, Jeff. I truly wish you peace in the coming days. May you come to believe that Jeff is in a place of comfort where there is no days and years and think of him living in the hearts he touched...for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so very much. God Bless

Victoria Gettings

August 23, 2011

To Carson and Julia and the Fillion family, we are so very sorry for this profound and sudden loss. Jeff was fun-loving and very talented. We shared a lot of laughs, dancing, and good conversations at many Mount Snow events. We will always remember him fondly. We wish you comfort and peace at this very sad time.
Dave and Laurie Leckonby, West Sand Lake, NY

August 23, 2011

A great dancer, roller blader, athlete. We shared sailboarding stories. He aways made me laugh & smile. It was because of his incouragement that I accquired the "Vanishing Vermonster" @ auction that I put out on the deck of my Gallery...He made me think outside of the box. He will be dearly remembered and sorely missed. Deep peace of quite earth to you Jeff.
My heart felt condolences to his family.
Ann Coleman

Ann Coleman

August 22, 2011

Cindy and the Fillion family, My heart and prayers go out to you. I remember his vivacious spirit as a young boy. May God bless each and everyone of you during this most difficult time

Janice Miller Leopold

August 22, 2011

Carson and Julia, We were shocked and saddened hearing of you Dads passing. Jeff always would bring a smile to your face in all he did and said. He kept a great look on life. Keep all the memories, good and bad, close to your hearts. I know he will always be with you. Stay strong.
Rich and Lillian

Rich Grzegorczyk

August 22, 2011

Sorry for your lost went to school with Jeff my thoughts and prayers are with your family

Mary Baechle

August 22, 2011

Carson and Julia, I am so sorry about your dad's passing. He loved you so much. He was very dedicated to you from the very beginning. My thoghts and prayers are with you both. Please know I am sending lots of love your way.

Heather Newell

August 22, 2011

Dear Julia & Carson,
We are so sorry for the lost of your father,he will be miss and remember
Love,
Michele,Barry,Joseph,Jake&Jordan

Michele Cassese

August 22, 2011

to the Fillion family. I am so sorry to hear about jeff he was an awesome man a loving father and a advid out doors man. i send my condolences to u and ur family during these hard times.

otis sullivan

August 22, 2011

To The Fillion Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this time of need. Jeff's sudden loss is truly tragic. It was always a pleasure to be in his company and I am very grateful for the time I did spend with him. He was definitely a fun individual and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Joseph Howard

August 22, 2011

Our sincere sympathy to the Fillion family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. 2 Cor. 1:3,4

Jones Family

August 22, 2011

To the Fillion Family - I'm so very saddened with your loss. Jeff was a terrific childhood and high school friend who led our neighborhood group on many fun and memorable adventures. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

John Senick

August 22, 2011

To the Fillion Family - Bob and I send out heartfelt condolences for the suddent loss of your brother Jeff. May your memories console you at this most difficult time and may you also be comforted that his life taught so many how to live each day to the fullest! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . .

Bob & Denise Antonelli (Sheroka)

August 22, 2011

To the Fillion Family...our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Be strong....and keep the memories close.

The Goldfarbs

August 22, 2011

Jeff had a big personality. Since Jeff was a teenager; at social gatherings you couldn't help but seek his company. I think that's what people should know about Jeff; that he drew people in. You never forget people like Jeff. RIP old friend. Thoughts and prayers to the family during this time of heartache and reflection.

Bob Howard

August 22, 2011

To all of the Fillion Family - I so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Diane Lallman

August 22, 2011

To the Fillion family,
Words can never express.. he was a great person!

kellie o'rourke pellerin

August 22, 2011

We always had the best of time with the Parkers!

kellie o'rourke

August 22, 2011

kelly and family..
i am very sorry for the loss of jeffrey..

marilyn muckle

August 21, 2011

Cindy and Fillion Family
I was so sorry to hear of Jeffs passing I will be praying for all of you through these next days these are the times God carries us.
Carol Noah

August 21, 2011

We send our heartfelt condolences. So sorry!

Marc/Angel Balch

August 21, 2011

Dear Marci and all of the Fillion Family. We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Jeff; taken way too early in life. Our deepest condolences to all of you and to his children. He is in all of our prayers. God bless you all.

Jackie Lane (Salmon), Sheila, Joe, Gary and Mom Salmon

August 21, 2011

This was some sad news. Though I hadn't seen Jeff in a number of years, I will always remember the great times we had as kids. Jeff was the orginal "X - game" guy. He was always the one to try something the rest of us were afraid of. Like climbing a high tree or jumping his bike. He was a great athlete, especially when we used to play hockey on the frozen ponds around town. Always laughing and joking around Jeff was full of life and that is the way i will always remember him. My prayers go out to his family.

Pj Roarke

August 21, 2011

Very sorry to hear of Jeffs passing. Although I had not seen him in many years I have great memories of great nights out with him in Albany and Saratoga....he was a dancing machine and always looked for the fun in everything. So very sorry.....

Lou Morizio

August 21, 2011

WOW..what a shocker... So sorry to hear of Jeff's sudden death. I last saw him in the past year in the parking lot of C&C on one of my short visits down there. I babysat Carson, when he was little and my son Scot , worked with him for a few years off and on after they met when Scot solicited for help on his Eagle Scout Project in 1998. Jeff helped get the dugout roofing done on the Wilmington H.S. baseball field. There is a sign thanking him and other there for their help still. I can remember how much he loved his kids. One memory stands out.. As Carson learned to walk and then climb... Scot and Jeff, lost track of him one day. Carson, had in the blink of an eye gone out back of the house they lived in and climbed the tall ladder sitting there! How Carson loved Dad's tools and ladders at that time. Dad would stand behind him as he mastered it and then help him learn to climb back down. So please accept my condolences at your families loss.

Bonita M Wells

August 21, 2011

To the Fillion Family... My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories of Jeff bring you much comfort. Heartfelt condolences go out to you all.

Diana Svab (Fray)

August 21, 2011

May the wonderful memories get you through these difficult times. I am sorry for your loss and prayers to go out to you during this very difficult time.

With Sympathy,
Karen and Michael Montgomery

Karen Montgomery

August 21, 2011

To the Fillion Family,
Jeff was a friend with a heart of gold.
I danced many times with him in West Dover, and laughed with him as well.
I am truly saddened by his loss, my heartfelt condolences to his family.

Alma Kennedy

August 21, 2011

The Fillion Family.....My heartfelt condolences go out to you all on the loss of Jeff...I hope your memories and the support of your big family and friends will help get you all thru this most difficult time...I'm very saddened to see a friend of so many years taken way to soon..God Bless..

Ruthie Teta

August 21, 2011

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