David Crosby Mallory

David Crosby Mallory obituary, Fair Haven, VT

David Crosby Mallory

David Mallory Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Miller & Ketcham Funeral Homes, Inc. - Brandon on Feb. 1, 2026.
FAIR HAVEN:

David Crosby Mallory, 88, of Fair Haven, passed away the 29th day of January after a short illness. He was born August 17, 1937, the son of E. A. Mallory and Marjorie (Crosby) Mallory. Dave worked with his father and mother for 25 years in the funeral home until 1979. Then he ran the Mallory Furniture business until 1987.

David was a member of the Vermont Funeral Directors' and Embalmers' Associations. He was a long-time member of the Chamber of Commerce, Historical Society and was a 251 plus member. He was also one of the founders of Fair Haven Volunteer Rescue Squad, being a member for 12 years. David was also a lifetime member of the First Congregational Church U.C.C. of Fair Haven. He held offices in the Congregational Church as treasurer, trustee, Deacon, and a member at large for 30 years. He also ushered and still was at the time of his death. He was a member of Eureka Lodge #75 of Free & Accepted Masons, and was named Fair Haven Citizen of the year in 2011. He was a member of the founders of the Memorial Veteran Park that honors all the vets & wars. The Veteran's Park was finished in 1988.

He was a trapper and hunter in his younger years. He was a NASCAR fan, for years and especially a Jeff Gordon fan.

David & Joby were co-chairs of the 100-year celebration of the Fair Haven High School and co-chair of the 200-year celebration of the town of Fair Haven.

David and his wife Joby traveled all over the world. Some of the places they visited are England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Spain, Rock of Gibraltar, Switzerland, Germany, and Paris. They also took many cruises through the Panama Canal, the inside passage in Alaska and many islands in the Caribbean.

David is survived by his wife Joby, and daughter Michelle Mallory and son Todd (Sharon) Mallory, grandsons Matthew Mallory and Codie (Alex) Morales, granddaughter Nichole (Cory) Fredette and great grandchildren Ben & Abby.

He was predeceased by his parents and one sister Mary Foley. Several nieces, nephews & cousins also survive him. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be at Mt. View Cemetery in Orwell, VT.

If you would like a glimpse into who Dave was, check out his Super Senior profile at WCAX.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts, may be made, in his memory to; the First Congregational Church of Fair Haven, or to Eureka Masonic Lodge #75, or to The Fair Haven Concerned.

Arrangements by Mallory Funeral Home of Fair Haven.

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Lester Corey

February 3, 2026

Sooo sorry to hear about Dave he was a great person sending Joby and family prayers

Michele Grenier

February 3, 2026

Dave was one-of-a-kind. He was a friend for life. He was a fabulous neighbor. His memory will live on forever. RIP Dave.

Duane Goddard

February 2, 2026

I remember meeting Dave when I was a child and I would see him at his father´s store in downtown Fair Haven. I would run into him from time to time and we would often speak with each other. I last saw him at my father´s funeral and we had a good visit. He was a terrific person.

Duane Goddard
McLean, Virginia

Florrie Wiskoski Milo

February 2, 2026

Seems to be so many years ago, I was friends with his Daughter Michelle.
I´d spend the night and we´d talk about what her Dad did for work.
Mr. Mallory was a very nice person.
He was welcoming and courteous.
I am so very sorry for the loss....

Eileen Hurlburt

February 2, 2026

Dave was such a special man. He could always make you laugh and always told you just how it was!! I will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace
Eileen Hurlburt

Shianne

February 2, 2026

Although I didn´t know Mr. Mallory on a personal level I knew him from our community. I am a cashier at Shaws in Fair Haven, and every time he would come in he always brightened everyone´s day. No matter what day he came in he always had a smile on his face and even when he wasn´t physically doing well he was always grateful to be on earth another day. He always brought a warm smile to my face and I will to this day say he was one of the most kind hearted customers ever. Mr. Mallory will always be in my heart and I will always remember that life might not always be good but you should be grateful you get to live another day.

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February 2, 2026

Sylvia and I were so blessed to be at our table with Dave and Joby at sunset rise service and and at funeral service so many times. Now he gets to tell Sylvia how much I miss her..thank you Dave

Karen Collette

February 2, 2026

Oh Dave, you know how we felt about you! And I hope I thanked you for the transportation that you and Joby gave me at the beginning of Orlando´s hospitalizations. You are the one that we thank for helping us get together. Please watch over us from your heavenly throne. I will do my best to help watch over the love of your life. Rest in Peace, don´t cause too much of a ruckus up there. Until we meet again, Karen & Orlando

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