Lynda Bown Jeffrey was born on February 11, 1947. She passed away after a short illness on October 26, 2024, at the age of 77. Lynda will be best remembered for her love and support of her family and many friends. Her ability to talk and carry the conversation indefinitely was only matched by the size of her heart.

Lynda grew up on Bostwick Farms, where she moved as a child from Monkton. Her parents, Harold Bown and Eleanor (Orvis), worked on the farm most of their lives. Lynda enjoyed the time spent at the farm with her siblings Eric, Susan, Audrey, and Mark. Like her siblings, she could not have dreamed of a better place to grow up.

Lynda graduated from CVUHS in 1965 and went to work at Harbour Industries soon after. She retired in 2013 after 41 years, creating many lasting memories and friendships during those years.

In 1983, she married John Jeffrey of Shelburne. They loved their home and neighborhood and the friends they made while there. They enjoyed gardening and were proud of their home. They looked forward to their trips to Ogunquit, Maine. They loved their cats, especially Buddy, and enjoyed feeding the squirrels on their deck using an old grill.

Lynda loved her family, never missing a birthday. Family gatherings were very special to her. She adored her niece Ellen and nephews Thomas, Will, Alex, Eric, and Todd. Her grand-nieces Aubrey and Haddie and grand-nephews Sterling, Leo, and Eddie kept her entertained. You could always count on Lynda for a visit filled with extended conversations, laughter, and local history. Lynda was a fiercely independent lady.

Lynda is predeceased by her husband, John, her parents, Harold and Eleanor, and her siblings, Eric and Audrey.

Calling Hours

Saturday, November 16th

Corbin and Palmer Shelburne Chapel on Falls Road

4 to 6 PM

In Lieu of Flowers

Please consider a donation to:

McClure Miller Respite House, 3113 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester, VT 05446

Humane Society of Chittenden County, 142 Kindness Court, So. Burlington, VT 05403