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Gerald Dupont Obituary
Age: 77 • Burlington
Gerald R. Dupont, 77 of Burlington passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 22, 2015 at the University of Vermont Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Burlington on February 22. 1938 the son of the late Emile and Ruth (Gonyo) Dupont. On February 22, 1966 he married Vaughn Cheltra who predeceased him on December 30, 2003. On August 6, 2004 he married Janet Lopes.
He was a graduate of Cathedral High School, Class of 1957 and a member of St. Mark's Parish. He was also an avid Boston Red Sox fan. Who will manage the team from the recliner now? He enjoyed going to the casinos; always saying with the money he lost they could have built a new wing of the casino in his honor. He enjoyed going to all the activities of his grandchildren. He would sit through all kinds of weather to cheer them on. He had so many friends and relative those who knew him knew he would be the first one to call or come when they were in need. When someone was sick or hurting he would send out cards every week just to let them know he was thinking of them. Speaking of cards he was the master at picking out cards to express how he was feeling about the person receiving the card.
He is survived by his wife Janet of Burlington; his children Gary Dupont and his partner Lee Montgomery of Pompano Beach, FL and Lori A. Newsome and husband, Carl of Burlington and Janet's sons Randy Lopes and his wife Kari of Burlington and James Lopes and his wife Lisa of Colchester; grandchildren Carlos Newsome and his fiancée Becky Sheeran, Megan and Hayleigh Newsome, Meghan, Dennis, Mackenzee and Haydn, Andrew, Emily and Sam Lopes; his sister Theresa Arnold of Gantt, Alabama; sisters in law Carol Lemieux of Burlington, Marlene Zajan of Deland, FL and Sandra Gazo and several nieces and nephews.
He was also predeceased by his brother Donald, his sister in law Sharon "Snoopy" Cheltra, brother in laws Richard Lemieux and William Zajan.
Visiting hours will be Tuesday, January 26, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Ready Funeral & Cremation Service South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Rd. Burlington. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mark's Church at 11:00am on Wednesday, January 27, with burial to follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 60 Kimball Avenue, S. Burlington, VT 05403. To send online condolences to the family please visit www.readyfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Dupont
bob duggan
January 18, 2022
Still And Never *FORGOTTEN* Continue Your Rest Jerry...
Bob Duggan & Family
Robert Duggan
January 18, 2020
Never Forgotten "REST IN PEACE JERRY" The Duggan's Of Austin, Texas
Desiree Hunt
January 30, 2016
Dear DuPont, Lopez & Newsome Families,
We are so very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing, he always had a smile for everyone he met and he was such a wonderful person!
Our deepest condolences ..
Tim & Desiree Hunt
Heather Dodge
January 28, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carmen Allen
January 27, 2016
You were one of the best men I knew. Thank you for being a wonderful Boss and a friend .
john houle
January 27, 2016
sorry to hear gerrys passing. I was in the national guard with gertry back in the 50's. in the old med.co. 172 inf. reg. also worked with him at G.E. great guy. I'm sure his family will miss him very much. my condolences.
Sylvia Leavitt
January 27, 2016
My prayers are with all of Gerry's family.
Sylvia Leavitt
January 27, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Gerry's passing.He was such a nice, soft spoken man with a wonderful laugh. He had a wonderful sense of humor. I knew him from RSVP and he made our mornings memorable with his good humor. So sorry, Janet, and to his family. My prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Ellie Disney
January 27, 2016
Janet, I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. It took you a long time to find 'Mr. Right' but it was well-worth the wait. You had many wonderful years together. Cherish the memories.
Gordy and Peg (Riley) Gilbert
January 26, 2016
Janet, you must know that we are not in Burlington, otherwise I would be there with my arms around you. My friend, I am in shock. Know that I love you and my heart is there with you. To the rest of the family, Gerry was like part of the Riley family. He was close friend of my brother, Bill, and therefore with me as well. We love him dearly. Know that he is in our prayers as are all of you. I know he was in heaven a half-hour before the devil knew he was dead.
Shana Preble
January 26, 2016
Janet,
So surprised and sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Jerry Grenon
January 26, 2016
Jerry was a great friend--He was the classiest,most Humble person that I have ever known- i always looked up to Jerry because of the truly genuine nature of the man.They broke the mold when he was born.The family has my deepest sympathies.
Love Jerry G.
January 26, 2016
Sorry to read about Gerry's death. He was such a nice guy, a good athlete, and
a fun team mate
Dick Meunier-Florida
Wanda Paluba
January 26, 2016
Lori I'm so sorry and send my sincere condolences in seeing the passing of your dad...:( my thoughts and prayers of peace and strength go to you and your family through this difficult time..
January 26, 2016
Janet,
So sorry to learn of the death of Jerry. My deepest sympath to you and your family.
Eleanor Mathon
January 26, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in what is recorded in the Bible at Jeremiah 29:11 and 12.
January 25, 2016
Janet and family thoughts and prayers are with you.I played ball with Jerry for a number of years, he was a great team mate and a great friend. Jim Billings, Simpsonville, SC
January 25, 2016
To the Dupont Family, Janet, so sorry to hear about Gerry's passing, Bill and I send our prayers and thoughts to you. He was a good guy, and remember happy times at the reunions. Genny and Bill croll
Madeleine Thibault Arthur
January 25, 2016
Our condolences to you and your family Janet and to all of those who loved him. Hugs to everyone.
Bobbi Cannon
January 25, 2016
I am so very sorry to hear this need. Jerry was such a wonderful man always there for anyone. He certainly will be missed.
George & Gail Landry
January 25, 2016
Janet and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jerry was such a kind and gentle soul. We will miss seeing him on our yearly trip at "Fair" time. George so loved to sit and chat with him!
January 25, 2016
Janet,so sorry to read on Jerrys passing,pat andI will miss seeing you guys at the Elks club and around town.love tom and pat mayo
January 25, 2016
Lori and family,
Sorry for your loss.
My thought and prayers are with you.
Tina Pelkey
January 25, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Jerry's sudden passing. He was such a nice, caring, friendly man. I'm sure he will always be remembered by many. He will be in my prayers.
Barb Gay
Bernard Valley
January 25, 2016
Gerald, Very special man, I had the pleasure of working with Gerald as my boss, the best man all around, I hope to be half the man as him, GOD BLESS !!
Rhonda Fielding (Bedell)
January 25, 2016
My deepest sympathy at your loving husband and father! He was such a sweetheart who always had a ready smile for everyone! Hold all your wonderful memories close and know he's in a wonderful place watching over all of you! God bless and RIP Gerald!
Monica & Bob Shattuck
January 24, 2016
Janet-so sorry to read of Gerry's passing. You and he made a wonderful couple. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terri, Joe, & Jess Boylan
January 24, 2016
Dear Janet & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May your many memories help you through this most difficult time. Jerry was a very thoughtful and caring person and he will be missed by all. God Bless.
Brenda & Family
January 24, 2016
Losing Gerry breaks my heart; our family just keeps getting smaller and so many of us who remain have been lost in time. May God bless him, he was such a great person.
January 24, 2016
Lori,Carl,Janet and families,I'm so sorry for your loss.Gerry was a special man.So kind.May God help you through these tough days and let memories comfort you all.God Bless you all.Barbara and Bob King
Lisa Dupont
January 24, 2016
Gerry made us laugh, we will miss him.
Tara Klyszeiko
January 24, 2016
Lori & Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. Hold your memories close,they will get you through this.
John Godin
January 24, 2016
Going to miss you lots. You sure were the greatest friend Will miss going to ball games with you. God Bless and keep you. I know your with him.
January 24, 2016
To Gerry's family - So sorry to hear of Gerry's death. Gerry was one of the few people in high school that you could expect to see smiling. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Les & Carol Lashway
Ron & Jackie LaMarche
January 24, 2016
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Jerry. He was a very friend and outgoing person who will be missed by many. My Mom and his 1st cousin (Irene Maskell) spoke kindly of him. My husband, Ron, got to know him when his dad, Uncle Emile was is boxing coach. We often ran into him at the Holiday Inn for lunch and enjoyed our brief but friendly conversations.
Jan & Ralph Leo
January 24, 2016
Janet and Family,
Ralph and I are so truly very sorry for your loss of Jerry. We are thinking of you often and you are most certainly in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Bernie and Phyllis DeVarney
January 24, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerry and his family today and in the days ahead. I'm glad to have considered him one of my best high school friends.
Carol Viau
January 24, 2016
To the DuPont Family, my prayers and thoughts to u all in the Passing of Jerry, he was a friend, and classmate, always cheerful, he will be missed! R.I.P. Jerry.
January 24, 2016
Lori and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hoping that time is kind to your heart and brings you sweet memories in place of sadness.
Fondly,
Andrea Hershberg
Paul J. Danis 2176 Welcome Way
January 24, 2016
Gerry was a gentleman and a good friend. I remember the good old days at CHS back in 1957. He will be missed.
Bob Sally & Boys Duggan
January 24, 2016
Condolences to Janet and Family may the Love of friends and family carry you through your Grief. The Duggan Family Of Austin Texas.........
Ron Ragis
January 24, 2016
Went to high school with Jerry at Cathedral, great guy and a great athlete RIP Jerry it was a honor knowing you.
Nancy LaFountain
January 24, 2016
RIP Jerry....You will be missed by all who loved you...To his Family we're so sorry. He was a wonderful man, he'll live on forever in all of us....
Give Snoopy a big hug and kiss for us, tell our peanut we miss her so...
Margo Wood Kinglsey
January 24, 2016
Janet and family we are so sorry for the loss of you love. he was a great guy and will be missed Margo & John
June Normand
January 24, 2016
Janet & family, we are so sorry to read of Jerry's passing. We just saw him and were talking at my brother Jim Forest's wake. I have known Jerry since I was a little girl and my father worked for his Dad. He was such a kind man and never forgot you once he knew you....Janet our sincere condolences. We are in SC. Right now or we'd be at the funeral & wake. You are in our prayers.
lada maple
January 24, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dawn (Billado) Bordeau
January 24, 2016
Jerry was well-respected, and much loved. A good sport, about everything...we will certainly feel a void, with his passing. My condolences, to Janet, Theresa, Gary, and Lori, and familes.
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