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Gary Langevin Obituary
Age: 70 • Colchester
Gary Andrew Langevin, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 1, 2017 at his home in Colchester. He was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 6, 1947 son of the late Arthur and Doris (Martell) Langevin. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He married the former Kim Marie Bennett on August 11, 1991 in Burlington. He worked for UPS and retired after 30 years in 2001. He enjoyed the yearly trips to the beautiful island of Aruba with his wife. Gary was an avid sports fan, specifically the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. He was especially thrilled to see the Patriots win yet another Super Bowl on the night before his 70th birthday this year.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Kim Marie Langevin of Colchester, his three sons Shawn Langevin and wife Angela of Orange, Jamie Langevin and Michele Bean of Colchester, Jeff Langevin of Florida, his daughter Stephanie Hope and husband David of Georgetown, Canada, his brother Cris Langevin of Winooski, his Aunt Lucille Morin and Ray Lyons of Florida, a special niece Melissa Denecker and husband Ryan of Bristol, his two nephews Dan Langevin and wife Bethany of Georgia, Cris Langevin of Colchester, seven grandchildren Brittnie, Zachary, Katelyn, Brandon, Erin, Ayla, Elizabeth and two great grandchildren Emma and Gibson, his mother-in-law Priscilla Poch of Colchester, father-in-law Raymond James Bennett Jr. of Burlington, sister-in-law Susan Preston and husband Bill of Burlington.
He was also predeceased by his nephew Michael Langevin and his brother-in-law Raymond James Bennett III.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday April 7, 2017 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at A W Rich Funeral Home - Essex Chapel, 57 Main Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452. If you are a Patriots fan, please sport your Patriots memorabilia when you come to visiting hours in honor of Gary's memory. A graveside service will be held at a later date with the time and date to be announced. Memorial contributions in Gary's memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517. The family also invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.
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Dave Bugbee
March 30, 2021
Gary/ all my memories on the long nights on the road with u were the best , keep trucking and see you for a beer
Susan Preston
April 13, 2017
What can I say. Gary was one of a kind. They broke the mold when they made him. I remember when I was depressed he always made me feel better. He always knew what to say. I will miss him slot. I love you Gary. My prayers to the rest of the family. I love you all.
April 8, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gary was a great friend and co-worker at UPS.
David Bugbee
Penny Thompson
April 6, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. My family and his were very close for many years as I was growing up. My condolences to his whole entire family.
Kim Parker
April 6, 2017
To the entire Langevin family, I was so saddened to hear about Gary's passing. He was one of a kind and always made me laugh and feel welcomed. I know you will all miss him.
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