Jeffrey
Jarvis, 67, of South Burlington, peacefully passed away at his home
on March 18, 2025.
Born
on April 19, 1957, in Burlington, Vt., he was the son of Ken and
Kathryn Jarvis. Jeff grew up in South Burlington and graduated from
South Burlington High School in 1975. After graduating, he enlisted
in the U.S. Navy, serving aboard the USS Biddle from 1975 to 1979.
During his time in the Navy, he traveled throughout northern Europe,
the Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean.
After
returning home, Jeff started a 35-year career with the U.S. District
Court in Burlington.
Jeff
married Roberta Furlani on September 24, 1983, and together they
welcomed their daughter, Jessica, in 1985. The family grew when
Jessica married Evan Lea, and Jeff’s life became richer with the
arrival of his beloved grandchildren, Ava and Ryan, who were the
center of his world.
Beyond
his family, Jeff had a true love for fishing, BBQing, and attending
concerts. He loved sharing his joy for live music with his grandkids,
often bringing them home the best T-shirts from the merch tables at
the concerts he attended.
In
Jeff’s words, “Special love goes out to my parents and siblings
whom I will miss dearly. I will also miss my countless in-laws,
nieces, nephews and friends.” He will be deeply missed by all who
knew him.
Jeff
was predeceased by his infant brother, Michael; his in-laws, Al and
Alyce Furlani; and a very special nephew, Thomas Farrell.
Jeff
is survived by his wife, Roberta; daughter, Jessica; son-in-law, Evan
Lea; and his beautiful grandchildren, Ava and Ryan Lea. He is also
survived by his parents, Ken and Kay Jarvis, of Burlington; his
siblings, Joanne (Herbie) Durham, Tim (Kate) Jarvis and Lisa (Steve)
Elder; his sisters-in-law, Peg Campagna, Teri (Tom) Furlani, Mary
(Jeff) Turnbaugh and Anne (Matt) Campbell, along with their families.
In
lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a local
food bank or charity of your choice in his name. A private service
for family and close friends will be held Tuesday, April 1, at 11
a.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church on Spear Street in South
Burlington.
For
those who know Jeff, it’s clear how important music was to him.
Whenever you hear a favorite song, think of Jeff, and let it bring a
smile to your face. Please visit awrfh.com to share your memories and
condolences.
“And
those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who
could not hear the music.” – Friedrich Nietzsche