David (“Dave”) Leary passed away in his home on November 14 after years of declining health. He was 72 years old. Dave was born in Burlington, Vt., to Tom and Bonnie Leary. After graduating from Burlington High School in 1971, he attended Champlain College, Castleton State College and the University of Vermont. He explored various career paths in his life; in his later years he worked in sales at Jeffords Steel and enjoyed a post-retirement job at Dick’s Sporting Goods. Dave was an avid golfer and a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the San Francisco Giants. He loved watching the University of Connecticut men’s basketball team play whenever he could catch them on TV (Go, Huskies!). His hobbies included photography and fishing.
Dave was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his two brothers, Tim (Erin Swezey) and Kevin (Karen), as well as nephews Patrick, Keenan and Brent and niece Jessica. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dave’s ex-wife, Carolyn Lawrence, for her kindness and support over the years. A graveside service will be held next summer.