John Stockwell

John Wesley Stockwell

John Wesley Stockwell, age 60, formerly of Putney, Vermont, passed away on May 4, 2014 in Leesburg, Florida, surrounded by family.John graduated from Brattleboro Union High School in 1971 and began working for his family's business, The Putney Paper Company. After several years of employment there, he bought and ran a swimming pool company in Keene, New Hampshire. He then moved to Tampa, Florida to finish his associate's degree in Pre-engineering from Hillsborough Community College. After finishing his degree he moved to Leesburg, Florida where he ran a successful commercial and residential real-estate company. He was a kind, gentle soul and a generous person, who freely shared his home, belongings and ideas with anyone. His love for animals and music ran deep. He frequently delighted friends, family, especially his beloved granddaughters, by playing piano or guitar while singing his favorite songs. He took great enjoyment and pride in visiting local nursing and retirement homes to play music and sing for patients, residents, and staff. In addition to music and family, he also enjoyed poetry, books, and watching Boston Red Sox games with his friend Jeff. He also loved to play and watch the game of golf. He will be missed. He leaves his sisters, Susan and Nancy Stockwell and her husband Jeff Vigneau, of Fruitland Park, Florida. He also leaves his son, Andrew Stockwell, his wife, Katie, and their children, Emma and Alaina, of Cortland, New York. He is also survived by his long-time companion, Patsy Gentil of Brazil, and his ex-wife, Judy Stockwell and her daughter Jessica Aither of Brattleboro, Vermont. He also leaves two nephews Jason Stebbins and Ryan Thomas, and their families. His dog Molly, and cat, Bob, will be adopted by family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Shirley and Earl Stockwell. FUNERAL NOTICE: A graveside service will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Putney, Vermont on May 31, 2014, at 10 am followed by a remembrance gathering at the VFW in Brattleboro, Vermont beginning at 11:30 am.