Robert “Bob” Frank Carman passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Bob was born on February 4, 1942, to Harold and Helena (Kerns) Carman at Fanny Allen Hospital. He was raised in Winooski, Vt., and spent his entire life living in the surrounding communities. Bob retired from Green Mountain Power after decades of dedicated service.
He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Patricia (Boucher) Carman, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. They were married on November 16, 1963. Bob is also survived by his daughters, Kimberly Spittle (John) and Kellee Carman (Kirk); his beloved goddaughter, Melissa Bouchard (Dale); and his special godson, Jamie McLeod (Lamis), and their daughter (Samina).
Bob leaves behind his grandchildren, Robyn Briggs (John); Britnee Duval, who predeceased him (2021); her twin, Brian Duval Jr. (Harlie); and Lauryn Briggs. He was also blessed with three great-grandsons, JP, Mckellen and Griffin Briggs. Bob is also survived by his sister Betty Lacharite and her husband, Don; sister-in-law Betty Gratton, and several nieces and nephews.
Bob was predeceased by his siblings Paul, Shirley, William, Harold, Doris and Helen; sisters-in-law Judith, Linda, and Bernadette; and brother-in-law Butch.
Bob was a devoted Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics fan. He also enjoyed having season tickets to University of Vermont basketball games. Some of his most special memories were made sharing his love of sports with his grandson Brian, with whom he shared a very special bond.
Bob was a true family man with a goofy sense of humor and a playful side. He loved pulling pranks and making people laugh. He enjoyed hunting, trips to the casino and traveling with his wife. He took great pride in his perfectly manicured lawn and his sparkling-clean car.
Bob was a proud member of the Vermont Air National Guard, Elks, American Legion, Eagles and Colchester Rotary. Bob also gave his time volunteering at the ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, UVM Medical Center and Shelburne Museum and was a Flynn Spirit. One of Bob’s proudest accomplishments was his generosity as a blood donor. Over the years, he donated more than 40 gallons of blood and was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the American Red Cross.
Bob loved good food, especially the beef Bourguignon prepared by his wife, Pat. He will be remembered for his laughter, his love of family, his generosity and the countless memories he leaves behind.
Forever loved, forever missed, and always our Poppy.
Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 to 7 p.m., at LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, November 12, noon, at Saint Francis Xavier Church in Winooski, followed by burial at Fort Ethan Allen Cemetery in Colchester, Vt.
Family and friends are invited to join together afterward for refreshments and a light lunch at the RVA in Winooski.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the American Red Cross. To send condolences to his family please visit vtfuneralhomes.com.