Frank E. Lavery Jr. passed away on February 9, 2026, in Davenport, Fla., after several years with multiple health issues.
Frank was born on October 14, 1948, in Burlington, Vt., to Frank E. Lavery Sr. and Ruth (Carpenter) Lavery.
Frank was a graduate of Rice Memorial High School, class of 1966. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy right out of high school, serving 2.5 years in Vietnam. Upon returning, he attended Champlain College.
Over the years he was employed by Burlington Savings Bank, Merchants Bank, IDX, Fletcher Allen and GE Healthcare
Frank’s career was based on the computer age, including coding, teaching and management, as well as many more areas.
Frank met his wife, Pamela Bentley, after returning from Vietnam. They were married on April 24, 1971, and spent almost 55 years together.
He leaves his wife, Pam; son, Jason (Melissa) of Georgia Vt.; his daughter, Kelly, of Essex, Vt.; and his four favorite people, his grandchildren, Erik, Jacob, Jayden and Logan.
He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Miles of Burlington, Patty Fay (Jeff) of Whitehall, N.Y., and Kathy Gingras (Patrick) of Williston, Vt.; and brother Peter Lavery (Carol) of Burlington; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Mark and brother-in-law Harold Miles.
Frank’s family would like to thank Don and Sue O’Brien for all their help, love and support during the last few difficult months. You are truly loved and appreciated.
Frank’s wish was to be celebrated, not mourned, therefore a celebration of life will be held on June 6, 2026, 1 to 4 p.m., at Apple Island Resort Community Center, South Hero Vt.