Jean Bright

Richmond-Jean C. Bright. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025 at the age of 84.
Born in Burlington Vermont to Gladys and Joe Gannon, Jean Spent her life in Richmond, where she built a home filled with warmth, creativity and unwavering love. She married her high school sweetheart, Carl S. Bright, and together they shared 67 beautiful years of marriage a testament to enduring love and devotion.
Jean was a dedicated homemaker and also worked as a secretary for the local Catholic church. She found joy in knitting, lovingly crafting sweaters for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid doll collector and had a special love for raising poodles, finding companionship and delight in their loyal presence.
She will be Forever in Our Hearts.
Jean was predeceased by her beloved parents, Gladys and Joe,her dear siblings Joe Gannon and Jimmy Gannon, her cherished daughter Angel Marie and her precious granddaughter Amanda Dennis.
Jean is survived by her beloved husband Carl S Bright, her children Carla (Raymond) Miller of Richmond Vt, Jim Bright of Hinesburg VT, Danny (Penny) Bright of Essex VT, David (Kellie) Bright of Jericho VT and her grandchildren Raymond Miller Jr, Sarah (Rob) Potito, Amber (Carlos) Ansley, Jessie(Brent) Renoylds,Heather (Shane) Cole, Erin (Brett) Casselman, Eric(Tammy) Bright, Ryan (Sarah) Bright, David (Danielle) Bright II, Samantha Bright.
She is also survived by her great grandchildren Dixie Miller, Noelle Bright, Briella Potito, Caden, Cayne and Aria Ansley, Chance and Maya Reynolds, Mykaela and Madison Casselman, Callie Bright, Jaxon Bright. And her Great great grandchild Aizlyn.
Jean leaves behind her sibling Kay Gannon of Essex VT her sister-in-law Annette Gannon of Tracy Ca (Wife of the late Jimmy Gannon). And special friends Barbara Breen and her late husband Tom, of Constable NY. Winnie Lavigne and Cathy Brace and Pamela Vosburgh and many other dear friends and neighbors whose companionship enriched her life.
As a special tribute is extended to Carl's family and all of Jean's in laws whose love and support and shared memories helped shape the beautiful life Jean Lived. Their presence in her journey brought joy, laughter and strength and she held each of them close to her heart.
Jean will always be remembered for her gentle heart, her creative hands and the love she poured into every corner of her life. Her memory lives on in the many stories shared, the sweaters worn and the poodles she adored, and the generations nurtured.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Monday October 6, 2025, at 11 am at St John Vianney Church 160 Hinesburg Road Burlington. Interment will follow at Resurrection Park Hinesburg Road Burlington.
Arrangements are in the care of the Ready Funeral and Cremation Services. To send online condolences please visit www.readyfuneral.com.
A Poem for Jean
"Her Hands"
by an anonymous author
Her hands held me gently from the day I took my first breath.
Her hands helped to guide me as I took my first step.
Her hands held me close when the tears would start to fall.
Her hands were quick to show me that she would take care of it all.
Her hands were there to brush my hair, or straighten a wayward bow.
Her hands were there to comfort hurts that didn't always show.
Her hands helped hold the stars in place and encouraged me to reach.
Her hands would clap and cheer and praise whenever I would teach.
Her hands now gently hold her as she rests in peaceful sleep.
Her hands now fold in prayer as her soul they safely keep.
A Final Prayer
May God, Whom she loved most, through her deep devotion to Our Lady, guide her into the light of Their Presence.