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1943

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2020

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James Goulette Obituary

James Goulette

We are very sad to announce the passing of our beloved Father James Paul Goulette who passed away on July 23 at the age of 77 at his residence of a long time lingering illness.

He was born 1943 in Burlington VT, to Paul Goulette and Helen (Abare) Goulette who predeceased him.

He survived by his long-time partner Linda Thibault. He is survived by his son James Fredrick Goulette his wife Rose and two children Amanda and Elyssa,

daughter Kimberly Goulette and son Michael of Albany NY, daughter Christina Schmid her husband Larry and son Austin of Pennsylvania, daughter Victoria Goulette and two children David and Jessica of Colchester, brother Robert Goulette and wife Linda and two daughters Tracy and Angela, sister Theresa and her husband Donald Kent and sons Steven and Donnie Kent of Burlington, and several nieces and nephews

Jim will always be remembered for his love of classic cars and golden oldies music,

he loved his car shows and his long cruising trips, he will be greatly missed by all

Jim attended Burlington High and worked at G.E for many years. Jim served two tours in Vietnam and was an honorary member of the VFW in Albany NY

There are no calling hours. A graveside service will take place on Wednesday July 29, 2020 at 10:00 am at Resurrection Park Cemetery on Hinesburg Rd in South Burlington. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ready Funeral Home South Chapel 261 Shelburne Rd in Burlington. Please visit www.readyfuneral.com to place on-line condolences. If attending the service please wear a mask and observe safe social distancing protocols.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions made to; VFW William F. Wigand Post 8444 Albany NY,12206

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Burlington Free Press from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2020.

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Chrissy

October 18, 2020

Grandma and Dad when he was ready to go to Vietnam

Chrissy

October 6, 2020

Chrissy

October 6, 2020

Chrissy

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Chrissy

October 6, 2020

Memories

Anne & Frank Fagga

July 29, 2020

Rest In Peace Jimmy God knows you have earned it. You overcame so many issues and handle it with so much courage, you are the best.

Bob and Linda Goulette

July 28, 2020

Our Dear Loving Brother,we will miss you so very much.You not only were a great Brother but also our best friend.We love you so dearly.

Bob and Linda

July 28, 2020

Billy Curran

July 28, 2020

I knew James from Kim talking about him. Always good things. My sincere condolences to all the family.

Nancy Abare Curtis/Neil Abare

July 28, 2020

So sorry for your loss. My brother Neil and I have found memories of family reunions with this family to catch up on old times and re-visit fun times. Thoughts and prayers with you all. Love, NancyAbareCurtis/Neil Abare

Doug Clifton

July 28, 2020

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Although I hadn't seen him in a number of years, I remember the fun times we shared at the many car shows we attended. He was a great guy and one of a kind. My thoughts are with his family.

Mark Young

July 28, 2020

Rest Easy Jimmy

Bruce Boozan

July 27, 2020

To the family of Jimmy, so sorry for your loss, sure will miss Jimmy at the Big Lots parking lot and car shows it was nice to share the many Vietnam experiences we had.

July 27, 2020

My condolences to the family. The biggest consolation is Jimmy can cruise forever, happy and healthy. I will miss you Jimmy.
Dick Delaney

Jerry Couillard

July 27, 2020

So sorry for your loss, I have many great memories of going to car shows with Jimmy and working with him at General Electric it was a one of a kind man truly going to be missed by all I considered him a real good friend and I will deeply miss him

Michelle G

July 27, 2020

I will always remember Jimmy with cruising his hair greased back and a pair of shades! My thoughts are with his family!

Daddy and mee

Kim Goulette

July 27, 2020

Daddy you will forever be missed and loved. Rest in peace ♥

Kim Goulette

July 27, 2020

Dad with his kids and grandkids

Kim Goulette

July 27, 2020

We will be missed and loved forever Daddy ❤

Darlene Mercier

July 27, 2020

So very sorry to see this, Linda, and Jimmy's family. What a kind man, so thoughtful and he loved to visit with friends and do special things for them. We will miss catching up with you at car shows. Darlene Mercier & Ron Rabideau

Gail

July 27, 2020

James was very special.our deepest sympathy at his passing from his ENT
family Dr William Brundage and Gail

Jean Couillard

July 27, 2020

To the children and family of Jimmy, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always treasure the time spent with Jimmy and the car shows we attended together. We always had such a wonderful time with the C.C. Cruisers!!

Laurie Cummings

July 27, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Uncle Jim.♥.

Christina Goulette Schmid

July 27, 2020

We will miss you soooo very much Daddy.... Miss my visits with you every summer our long rides in the convertible with no destination just enjoying some time together and on the search for the next creamy stand where ever the road would take us that day Lol I will always remember how you would give me good advice with no judgement or prejudice just unconditional love. I love you !!!! RIP

Sue

July 27, 2020

Loved our car shop talks...gonna miss you...at shows not the same...rest in peace dear friend...your friend rick and susan ..u till we meet again...

Tina Cota-Terry

July 26, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you always.
Allen and Tina Terry

Sandy McGregor

July 26, 2020

My deepest condolences to the entire family and friends!

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