MELVIN HOWARD LARROW

VERGENNES — Melvin Howard Larrow, 69, passed peacefully at home on Nov. 2, 2025, after a long battle of Lewy Body Dementia with Parkinson’s.

Mel was born June 16, 1956, and spent all his life in Addison County. He was born at Porter Hospital and since lived a fulfilled life of farming, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Mel is survived by his wife of the last 48 years, Priscilla “Perky” Larrow, with whom they had two kids, their daughter Karla Huizenga and son Todd Larrow. Soon after they were blessed with five grandchildren, Alex Larrow, Halle Huizenga, Emma Larrow, Owen Larrow and Jamison Huizenga, who he got to teach all his favorite hobbies and create lasting memories with. Mel also had two brothers, James “Jim” Larrow (Nancy), and Glenn Larrow (Gina), as well as twin sisters Diane Stetson, and Debbie Larrow. Mel is predeceased by his parents, Julius, Larrow, and Bertha (Comeau) Larrow.

Mel spent most of his career milking cows and driving shuttle for Almartin Volvo, but when he wasn’t working or playing outside, he was an active member of and volunteer for Ducks Unlimited. He helped receive donations and organize banquets for the program. Mel also spent several years delivering Meals on Wheels in Addison County after he retired.

Calling hours and a short service will be held Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Brown McClay Funeral Home in Vergennes. A gathering will be held at the American Legion in Bristol immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Ducks Unlimited (Ducks.org) or Lewy Body Dementia Association (Lewy Body DementiaAssociation.org). ◊