JAMES P. “JIM” TRIEVEL

MIDDLEBURY — Jim Trievel passed away in his sleep at his residence on June 2, 2024. He was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on Nov. 22, 1944.

Having a great sense of humor, Jim often joked that his birthday was easy to remember because the numbers doubled — 11.22.44. He grew up in Philly, graduating from Northeast Catholic High School in 1962. He served as a volunteer fireman for the Cinnaminson Fire Co. and worked in the food service industry. Jim enjoyed visiting Vermont, and one summer while vacationing at Lake Dunmore he was hired by Central Vermont Public Service and moved permanently to Middlebury. He was a utility worker for CVPS for more than 30 years, retiring from the company in 2015.

He was well-respected by his colleagues and specifically known for his ability to recall every part of the electrical grid from memory without needing to reference a map. He was the go-to person at work for any and all questions. Jim was the secretary for work meetings held at the CVPS Middlebury location, but he is best remembered for entertaining VIP guests with his antics and quick wit.

He was a proud member of the Sons of The American Legion Post 27. It was both here and at work that he made lifelong friends. Jim would often express how lucky he was to have so many wonderful friends who supported him through the years, especially in his later years.

He was predeceased by his longtime partner, Mary Ann Gardner. He was also predeceased by his parents, Harold and Rose Higgins Trievel, and his brothers, Joseph, Thomas and Harold Trievel. He is survived by his sister, Rosemary McGuigan Bennett of Philadelphia and by several nieces and nephews. Services were held at an earlier date under the direction of Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at the Middlebury American Legion on Sunday, June 30, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or to a charity of one’s choice. ◊