Donald Earl Prouty

Donald Earl Prouty, 95, of West Townshend passed away peacefully at home on June 18th 2024 surrounded by his family. Don was born April 18, 1929, in Manchester VT, the son of Benjamin & Etta (Jefts) Prouty. 

Mr. Prouty is survived by a son Raymond C. Prouty of West Townshend, a daughter Debra M. Lloyd and her husband William of Apollo Beach, FL, a sister Mildred Williams of Bellows Falls, granddaughter Serena M. Lett and her husband Jason of Columbus, OH, granddaughter Jennifer D. Escobar and her husband Alejandro of Orlando, FL and many nieces, nephews and close friends. He was predeceased by his loving wife of almost 55 years, Elaine (Howe) Prouty, and his siblings Theodore, Raymond, Norman, Ralph, Harold, Howard, Clyde and Edna.

At his heart, Mr. Prouty was a proud patriot and family man. He served in Germany from 1951 – 1953 during post-WWII Allied Occupation as a Combat Engineer. After his time in the service, he was a long-time logger and truck driver. He made a loving home with his wife Elaine and two children in West Townshend Vermont. He spent his life caring for others and was often seen at the local diner, attending the July 4th Parades and spending time with his family and friends. Prior to retirement Mr. Prouty was dedicated to his caretaking business and took great joy in serving his community. 

A Graveside Committal Service for Mr. Prouty will be held on Friday, July 5, 2024, at 1 PM at the South Windham Cemetery, 3026 Windham Hill Rd. West Townshend, VT 05359. A Celebration of Life will follow from 2:30 – 4:30 at the Mt. Lebanon Lodge at 3580 VT Rt.30 Jamaica, VT 05343.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his memory may be made to Grace Cottage Foundation, Townshend, VT 05353 or Rescue Inc P.O. Box 593, Brattleboro, VT 05302.