Philip Varricchione

Philip Varricchione, 87, cherished brother, husband, father, grandfather, mentor and friend, passed away peacefully September 23, 2025.
He was a devoted husband, soulmate, and best friend of the late Catharine (Kay) Dean Varricchione; a loving and supportive father to Marc Varricchione (Sharon) and Annie Garner (Doug); dearest Peppy and biggest fan of Abby and Lola Varricchione and Finn and Sully Garner. Beloved son of the late Frank and Simone Poulin Varricchione; brother of the late Mary Louise Varricchione-Lyon and Lou Varricchione; and survived by siblings Polly Van Sleet, Terry Benway, and Jim, John and Thom Varricchione.
Phil was born February 25, 1938 and was raised in Burlington, Vermont. He was a graduate of Cathedral High School, Saint Michael's College and served in the U.S. Navy. Early in his career, he was an English teacher and coach at Rice Memorial High School, worked for IBM in purchasing, and worked for Smith Bell & Thompson in both their real estate and insurance divisions.
Phil never strayed far from the community he loved. He treasured his connection to Burlington and gave back to it as owner of Longe Brothers Market for 18 years. He was a man of great presence and generosity, greeting everyone who came through the doors with respect and extending store credit to loyal customers.
Phil worked hard, loved deeply, joked loudly, and never knew a stranger. Whether you met him once or saw him every day, he welcomed you warmly and you felt forever connected. He'll be remembered for sharing his knowledge, humor, and charm at endless family gatherings, lunches with lifelong friends, and coffee club meetings. His was a life well lived, and he'll forever be in our hearts.
Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the McClure Miller Respite House , 3113 Roosevelt Hwy., Colchester, VT 05446.