JOSEPH M. CHAREST JR.

RIPTON — Joseph M. Charest Jr. died Sunday, March 31, 2024, on his 72 birthday, at Helen Porter Nursing Home, in Middlebury, Vt. He was born in Connecticut on March 31, 1952.

He leaves behind the love of his life of 42 years, Carolyn Bridget Malzac, plus many friends.

Joe loved hunting — especially whitetail deer — fishing, including deep sea fishing, salmon fishing, and back in the day, smelt fishing.  He was also an avid gardener with a prolific green thumb.

Per his wishes, there will be no calling hours or memorial service. Condolences can be mailed to Carolyn Bridget Malzac at PO Box 374, East Middlebury, VT 05740.