LEIGHTON WILCOX

ORWELL — Leighton Wilcox, 81, of Orwell, Vt., passed away Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, peacefully after a brief illness. He was the husband of Jeanette Wilcox, with whom he shared over 50 years of marriage.

Leighton is survived by his wife, Jeanette; his daughter, Shandell Wilcox; his son, Jarod (Eliza) Wilcox; his sister, Carol Davis; and grandsons, Lincoln and Landon Wilcox, who brought him many years of pride and joy.

Leighton grew up in Shoreham and spent many years working on the family farm, cultivating a passion and love for dairy farming and agriculture. He also hauled milk for many years, building relationships and memories along the way. Leighton treasured his home in Orwell, collecting tractors and spending time with his family and local friends, whose visits and shared stories meant a lot to him. He was also a long-time member of both the Shoreham and Orwell Volunteer Fire Departments.

Leighton was preceded by his mother, Patricia Wilcox and father, Leo Wilcox.

A private graveside committal service and burial will take place, at a later date, in East Shoreham Cemetery.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Orwell First Response Squad or the Orwell Volunteer Fire Department, 604 Main St., Orwell, VT 05760.

Arrangements by Miller & Ketcham of Brandon. ◊