Raymond B. Towne

Morrisville: Raymond Burton Towne, 50 of Morrisville died tragically while working on his family's dairy farm on Friday, May 28, 2021.

He was born September 5, 1970 in Morrisville, the son of Clarence E. and Clover (Phelps) Towne. He attended Morrisville public schools and Peoples Academy. Following his education he went to work on the Towne family dairy farm, where he remained for all of his working years. He enjoyed life on the farm which was established by his great great grandfather in the early 1860's. Raymond and his brother Rowdy recently took over the family business, Towne & Son's Livestock, which he enjoyed with his father, mother and brother.  He loved the animals, driving truck 2 or 3 days a week picking up calves and cows on his cattle route, getting to know many other dairy farmers who surely will miss his good nature.  After a long day of hauling cattle Raymond milked and took care of the family cow herd, as well as various other chores around the farm.  On weekends  Raymond looked forward to spending time with his children and grandchildren, wrestling with Luke on the living room floor, hiking local mountains, fishing, swimming, anything outdoors. Usually ending the weekend going out to eat with the family.  A father figure to many, he will be remembered as a very caring person, hardworking, honest and never critical of others. Someone everyone could rely on. An example he passed on to his children.

Survivors include; his parents, Clarence SR "Hezzy"and Clover (Phelps) Towne; two daughters  Ashley Towne of N. Troy, Jasmine Towne and fiancé Dakota Chalue of Hyde Park and son Luke Towne of Morrisville; three siblings: Lori  and husband Bebo Webster of Danville, Kim and husband Kevin Earley, of Morrisville, Clarence JR "Rowdy" and wife Pamela Towne,  of Morrisville; five grandchildren: Aiden, Austin and Attikyn Clement, all of N. Troy and Lillian and Evelyn Chalue, both of Hyde Park;  as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Raymond will be missed by many others, who were fortunate enough to know him.

A celebration of Raymond's Life will be held at the Towne Family Farm from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 with a catered luncheon provided.  Please bring your "stories" of Ray to share with his family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Raymond's memory may be made to Morristown EMS Department, P.O. Box 424 , Morrisville, VT  05661 or to Lamoille County Mental Health Services, ATTN. Children, Youth & Family Services, 72 Harrel Street, Morrisville, VT. 05661 .

Arrangements are in the care of Dian R. Holcomb of Northern Vermont Funeral Service, 60 Elm Street , Hardwick.