David R. Laflower

Barre, Vt. — David LaFlower, 79, of Prospect Street, Barre, passed away on April 21, 2023, at Central Vermont Medical Center. He went to be with the Lord after a years-long, courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. David was born in Barre on June 15, 1943, the son of Henry and Eva (Raymo) LaFlower. Stationed in Germany, he served in the U.S. Army between 1960–1963. On September 26, 1964, he married his love, Linda Marie Usle. They enjoyed 47 years together, raising two sons and two daughters. After trying several career paths, David found his calling in Corrections. He worked his way up from a Corrections guard, to an officer, and then finished his time with the State of Vermont as a Probation and Parole officer. After retiring from the State of Vermont with over 25 years of service, he went on to work as a part-time deputy sheriff for Washington County. David enjoyed hunting and fishing and taking trips with his family. He bowled and participated in bowling leagues throughout the years. In...