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Donald Mears Obituary
He received his education in the Bennington schools.
He had been employed at various factories in the Bennington area for many years.
An avid outdoorsman, he especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, archery, traveling and vacations.
Survivors include his wife, Debbie (King) Mears of Bennington; a daughter, Casey Mears of Bennington; two sons, Travis Mears of Bennington, and Todd Mears of New Hampshire; three step-children, Erin King and Andrew King, both of Arlington, and Michael King of Sunderland; six grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Maynard and Helen Hilchey, both of Bennington; two brothers, James E. Mears Sr. of Berlin, N.Y., and Roger Mears of Rutland; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother, Stephen Mears.
The funeral will be held at St. Peter's Episcopal Church on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, at 11 a.m. where the Burial Office with Holy Eucharist will be offered by the Rev. Justin Lanier, rector.
Burial will take place in the family lot in Hindsillville Cemetery.
Friends called Tuesday at the Mahar & Son Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to either the Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center or the Neuropathy Association through the office of the Mahar & Son Funeral Home, 628 Main St., Bennington, VT 05201.
Guest book condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Mears
lee
December 12, 2012
Debbie, Sorry to hear of your lost. I had known Donny for many years. He will be missed by many . Take care , God bless you and your family.
Trevor Olson
December 12, 2012
Dear Travis & Casey, I'm very sorry about the loss of your father. I dealt with your father nearly every time he was admitted in the past 10 years. During his last hospital stay His nurse and I helped him to his bed. He was weak and having trouble moving his feet and I told him we'd never make it on "Dancing With The Stars" at the rate we were going. We all had a good laugh at that one! When I told him I used to rent an apartment on Grove Street ext. where he once got a tattoo, he thought that was cool. Whenever I interacted with him he was always kind and had an easy smile. May peace find you in this time of grief. Lean on family and hug your kids a lttle tighter and you will know everything is going to be alright. Take Care.
Wanda Sweet
December 11, 2012
Debbie and family. Sorry to hear of Donald's passing. I know that it is hard to loose someone that you care about deeply. May the momories live on in each of you. I'm here if you need a listening ear. Take care and may the Lord help you today and always.
December 11, 2012
sorry to hear about the loss of donald,love from the manchester crew kieth,roxy,stan jr,skip,dawn,cecile
December 11, 2012
Debbie - We were so sorry to hear of Donny's passing. He was such a nice man and so pleasant. The last time we saw you at Price Chopper we had a good chat and a few chuckles. May all the wonderful memories you have be of comfort to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Harry and Donna
Kevin Callanan
December 11, 2012
To the Mears family,
I will miss "my"buddy" Donny.
Donny would come in for gas and always say I was his buddy. I will miss him asking me to give him some free gas or his discount.
I liked to hear him tell me his hunting stories.
May your memories of him help you get through this sad time.
Kevin Apollo Fuels
December 11, 2012
Debbie,i,m so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are withyou all.Take Care,Cousin Janet,RIP,Donny.
Kari Thomas
December 11, 2012
DEB,Im so sorry for your loss. He was a very funny guy he always made me laugh whenever I saw him. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Ill always remember the cheeseburger commet he would say whenever we seen u to out and about
Marylou Rivera
December 11, 2012
My condolences to the family. Donny was such a wonderful man, and he always knew how to make you laugh. I'll miss seeing you around. R.I.P. Donny!
andrea allard
December 11, 2012
David Mears and Margo Mears-Baskin, I am very sorry for the loss of your father. Prayers go out to you
George Babcock
December 11, 2012
Deb and family, So sorry to hear of your loss, Donny was always smiling and friendly. He loved his family and it showed, I feel I became part of his family years ago.
Bert & Helen Lang
December 11, 2012
To the Mears Family; Please accept or sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one .
Kathy
December 11, 2012
Donny, you made us all smile.You made us laugh. It was hard to ever think of you as ill.You made us live in the moment.I'll remember your big eyes when you made your point and how beautiful your gray hair was. I'm glad you asked for a hug, the last time we really talked. I know when I see Deb again,you will be there in spirit.Peace.
Kally & Taylor Hayes and Brittany Bartnard
December 10, 2012
Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry hear to of your loss. He was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
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