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Aaron Savage Obituary
MIDDLEBURY - Aaron L. Savage, 52, of Orwell, passed away on October 12, 2015, at the Helen Porter Health and Rehab Center in Middlebury, Vt.
Aaron was born in W. Lebanon, a son of the late Albert and Janet (Gray) Savage. He grew up in Orwell and graduated from the Fair Haven Union High School.
On September 28, 1985, he married Willy Burden and they shared over 30 adventurous years together. Aaron was a true Renaissance person, having several career opportunities in his life. He had an extreme work ethic, which he hopes passed to his children.
Aaron was a self-taught cook and worked as a chef in the food service for Green Mountain College, Castleton State College, and also for the Fox Run Inn in Ludlow. He also had a career working for VT DHI Tester and also served in the Animal Breeding industry, working for over 27 years as an Artificial Breeding Inseminator.
Not one to sit idle, he was self-employed as a lawn-care manager and mowed 7-plus cemetery locations in his local Orwell area along with many private properties. Aaron loved cooking, animals and traveling with his family, especially to the Grand Canyon, S. Padre Island, TX, and Myrtle Beach, SC.
He is survived by his wife, Willy of Shoreham; a daughter, Faaron Savage of Bethel, VT; a son, Todd of Plymouth, N.H.; 2 brothers Andy Savage of White River Jct., Allen Savage of Orwell; and a sister, Jill Bourassa of Enfield, CT.
Friends may call at the Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home on Saturday October 17 from 6 to 8 p.m., followed by a Celebration of his Life to be held in the Orwell Community Church, Orwell, on Sunday at 3 p.m.
In place of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to the University of VT Extension Service, 23 Mansfield Ave., Burlington, VT 05401, and the Rutland County Humane Society, 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, VT 05763.
Per Aaron's request, a scholarship will be created in his memory, for students who want to pursue a career in agriculture.
The Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home in Brandon is in charge of all arrangements
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Memories and Condolences
for Aaron Savage
Joseph & Mary Warren, Amber Gill
October 9, 2023
Yet another year has past us once again. We think of you and talk of you often. Miss you Little Buddy, but we know you are flying high with the Angels and we will meet again some day.
Mary Gill-Warren
October 9, 2020
Think of our dear friend often. Missing his smile and warm personality. RIP Aaron, you are missed.
Mary Gill-Warren
October 9, 2019
What an awesome guy he was...we talk of him often, and remember the good times we had together. Miss him!!!
October 28, 2015
Willy, I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sandy Fuller Adams
Pat and Ray Brown
October 25, 2015
Willy and family,
So sorry to hear of Aaron's passing. I have many fond memories of him growing up and in Orwell First Response.
Colleen Wright
October 20, 2015
I'm so sorry. You guys were wonderful to him, and he loved you so much.
Carroll
October 19, 2015
To Willy, Faaron, and Todd
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also regretful that I didn't make it to Vermont. I always respected Aaron and never heard him say a bad word of anyone. He could sure cook and now he is with Bill, Carleton, Daisy, Rob, Scooter and many others. Waiting for us in a better place. Love
Meghann
October 17, 2015
Sending HUGS and LOVE from Helen Porter.
Jo Ann Wells
October 16, 2015
Willy and family. I am shocked and so sad to hear of your loss.
I am sorry we have not been better at keeping in touch but will always remember fondly our many times together. Especially one special anniversary present you made for Aaron which ended with a broken copy machine. Sincerely sorry for your loss. Jo & Ed
October 16, 2015
Dear Willy so sorry to hear about Aaron's passing. Our condolences to you and your family. Colleen and Joe Coscia Lakeville MA
Gordon Martel
October 16, 2015
To the Savage family, so sorry for your loss. Went to H.S. with Andy and we played football together. Always sad to see a fellow Orwellian leave us.
Nicole, Victoria, & Jaylin Harlow-Babbin
October 16, 2015
Aaron you will be missed. Now you are not in pain and can fly free. You know two people who are waiting for you with open arms. Watch over your family and give them the strength they need at this time from above. Sending our deepest sympathies to Willie, Faaron, Todd and extended family. xoxox
Larry & Jean Rheaume
October 16, 2015
Willy, Faaron, Todd & family,
Sending you our sincere sympathies. We had many great times with Aaron and you all during our kids growing up together. The school trips, sports events, just to name a few.. Remember the good times and the memories last forever Hugs to you all,
Paul & Clara Jarvis
October 15, 2015
To AAron's family, Our prayers and sympathies are with you on you loss. God Bless. I am Leah's cousin who knew him growing up in Hartford.
October 15, 2015
Willie,Faron,and Todd - Please know our thoughts are with you. The world has lost a great guy and he will be missed.
Russell and Joan
George and Linda Miller
October 15, 2015
Willy, Faaron and Todd
We hope your fond memories bring you great comfort.
George and Linda
Mary Gill-Warren
October 15, 2015
Sending our deepest sympathies to Willie,Faaron,Todd and extended Family. Praying for your continued strength at this difficult time. Aaron was a great man with a beautiful soul. Know that he reides in God's loving care and is smiling down upon you all.
Sincerely, Joe & Mary Warren & Amber Gill
Tammy Lang
October 15, 2015
Willy and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Tammy, Scott, and Kelly
Timothy & Lesley Harlow
October 15, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. -
Leah Coutermarsh
October 15, 2015
Willy, Faaron and Todd. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aaron will always hold a special place in my heart. Leah
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