Randy Trayah

Winooski, Vermont - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Randy Allen Trayah after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Randy passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on September 30, 2025.

Born on July 12, 1963, in Burlington, Vermont, Randy was the son of Francis Trayah and June (Ring) Trayah. He was a beloved family member, father, brother, uncle, friend, and husband. Randy touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor, warmth, creativity, and outgoing nature. Generous and kind, he had an uncanny ability to connect with just about anyone.

Randy graduated from Burlington High School in 1981. Shortly after, he met the love of his life, Candy (Bushway), they married in September 1982. He was predeceased in death by his beloved wife Candy (April 2024). Together they shared over 43 years of marriage and raised two children, Bobbie and Shane.

Randy's work ethic was unmatched. He was loved and respected for his honesty, kindness, and his genuine concern for others. He worked for many years for the Burlington School District, where he became a beloved bus driver. Randy also gave to his community as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Winooski.

He was a favorite among the children he drove to school and the teachers he supported. Randy loved sports, cheering for the New York Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys. He enjoyed watching baseball and football games with family and friends. He especially cherished outings with his children getting ice cream, evenings at Lake Monsters games, and joy rides around town.

Randy also had a deep love for music, with favorite bands including Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, Rush, and Led Zeppelin. An animal lover, he and his family shared their home with many rescue cats over the years.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, October 12th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Ready Funeral Home, 261 Shelburne Road, Burlington, Vermont.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 13, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church 29 Allen Street, Burlington. Immediately following the interment will be at the family gravesite at Lakeview Cemetery, 455 North Avenue, Burlington.

A celebration of life will follow at the VFW Post on 73 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, Vermont, from 1:30-4:00 p.m.

In honor of Randy in leu of flowers donations can be made to the fight against cancer, Chittenden County Humane Society or Autism Society of America.

Arrangements are in the care of the Ready Funeral and Cremation Services. To send online condolences please visit www.readyfuneral.com.