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Adrian Fitzgerald "Jake" Durant

Adrian Fitzgerald "Jake" Durant obituary

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Williamsburg, Virginia

Adrian Durant Obituary

Adrian Fitzgerald "Jake" Durant, 55, of Williamsburg, passed away on September 30, 2022. He was born in Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Canada and moved to Pennsylvania at the age of eight. Adrian is survived by Jacob, his beloved son; Gaye, Jacob's mother; Ingrid and Richard, his parents; Thomas and Tina, his siblings; Chloe, his therapy puppy.

He graduated from the New England Culinary Institute after discovering a passion for cuisine. After completing his degree, he lived and worked in Boston, Massachusetts and Newport Beach, California. Adrian settled in Virginia in the '90s to work as the Banquet Chef for the College of William and Mary. Most recently, he worked as the Executive Chef for Eurest Dining at Canon.

Adrian was a devoted father who enjoyed all things Boy Scouts with his son Jacob. In addition to being an active leader in Boy Scouts of America, he was a true animal lover, fishing enthusiast, avid camper, and outdoor cooking specialist. Adrian loved baking for friends and family and was known to make the best banana bread and cheesecake in Williamsburg.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Bucktrout Funeral Home, 4124 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Heritage Humane Society of Williamsburg, 430 Waller Mill Road, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185.

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

Published by Daily Press on Oct. 5, 2022.

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Dan parker

November 24, 2022

RIP Jake, will always remember skiing at doe Mt. You were a great guy.

Scott Sundberg

October 16, 2022

Adrian is missed by many. I will miss the conversations with him at work, always was a very positive individual. So sorry for the family´s loss. Praying for his family.

M. Hood

October 9, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Adrian´s passing! It was a pleasure to work with him and be his friend! My heart goes out to his family and friends. Rest easy my friend!

Stephen Shore

October 8, 2022

Very sorry to hear about your son´s passing. Sincerest sympathy and condolences from Mary and Steve Shore.

Christine Boty (Haberstumpf)

October 6, 2022

Richard, Ingrid, Thomas & Tina,
I will always remember our fun times as neighbors especially playing in the snow making an igloo with my brothers, Thomas, Tina and I. When you were around Adrian he was always smiling, laughing and joking. He was very comical. I always had a fun time whether we were talking or playing as young kids. My heart goes out to you all at this difficult time. Sending you caring thoughts and prayers. Love, Chris Boty(Haberstumpf) 1714 Furnace St

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Charlene Wilson

October 6, 2022

Ingrid, Richard, Tom, Tina, Jacob & extended family:my thoughts & prayers are with you.

Arthur and Penny Sergent

October 5, 2022

Ingrid, Richard, Thomas, Tina and Jacob,
Please except our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Adrian. Penny and I share fond memories of Adrian growing up. All those Ceramet picnics! May all the memories of Adrian you have be a comfort to all of you at this time.
Peace and Blessings
Arthur and Penny

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October 5, 2022

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

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Terry and Audrey Humphrey

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Lon Scholl

October 5, 2022

"Jake" had an amazing ability to cheer people up, even when they were way down, and he was a great friend. Will never forget him, his family, or the many good memories ... My sincerest condolences to Mom, Dad, Tina and Thomas .

Kris Curcio-Porter

October 4, 2022

You were always so kind and sweet to me in High School, My prayers and love with you and your family. May you rest in Peace.

Tina Kraft (Beaner)

October 3, 2022

So many memories that I will cherish, he was so full or life and always knew how to have fun, I will never forgot his kindness and was always able to make me laugh. My most cherished memory is accompanying him to his sisters wedding, thank you jake for all the wonderful memories, my sympathies to his family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love always Beaner

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