HEATHER JACKMAN GEVRY

NEW HAVEN — Heather Jackman Gevry, 51, of New Haven, Vt., passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born Sept. 30, 1974, Heather was a lifelong Vermonter whose compassion, wit, and wisdom touched countless lives. She graduated from Mount Abraham Union High School in 1992, earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Castleton College, and completed her master’s in special education at Saint Michael’s College. A published author and devoted educator, Heather spent her career mentoring young minds and inspiring students to believe in themselves and their potential. There are countless stories of students she impacted daily with her compassion. She has the unique ability to make every kid feel like they were the most special in her life.

Heather enjoyed spending time at her beach house in Surfside Beach, S.C., whenever she could, happily sharing this special place with her family and friends. She lit up the room wherever she was and was always the life of the party.

Heather is survived by her parents, Peter and Debra Jackman; her beloved husband of 28 years, Duke Gevry; her daughter, Ellie Gevry; son-in-law, Daniel Eugair; and cherished granddaughter, Lainey Gevry Eugair; her son, Beau Gevry, his partner, Laura Lenz, whom the family warmly welcomes as a future daughter-in-law; also, brothers Heath (Amy), Peter (Lindsay), and James (Lisa) and countless cousins. Heather was the fun aunt and second mom to Hannah, Sam, Keegan, Rogan, Chessley, Genevieve, Idalee, Abigail and Zachary and a large extended family. She was predeceased by her mother-in-law, Gail; brother-in-law, Jack; special grandparents; and recently her beloved pup, Addie.

A celebration of Heather’s life will be held on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 1 p.m. at Mount Abraham Union High School.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a scholarship in her honor, “Gevry Strong” — a tribute to Heather’s enduring strength and commitment to education. Checks can be mailed payable to Mount Abraham Unified School District, 220 Airport Drive, Bristol, VT 05443, c/o Gevry Strong or via Venmo “@Mary-Wood-49”.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff at UVMMC and Laura, Hannah, Dianna, Ellie and Jordan for their loving care and presence during Heather’s final days.

Heather’s legacy lives on in every life she touched, every lesson she taught, and every laugh she shared. She was a light — steady, soulful, and unforgettable. ◊