Jeffrey David Mann was born in Burlington, Vt., on January 28, 1968, to Ramona (Poulin) and Gilbert Mann and died peacefully at the University of Vermont Medical Center on June 22, 2025. He completed high school at Mount Mansfield Union High School and went on to study psychology and graphic design at New England College, graduating in 1990. He enjoyed a year studying abroad in Arundel, England.
Jeff was an adept artist and enjoyed drawing and photography. He graciously shared his profound love of the outdoors with his friends and family. Whether it be guiding us deep into the woods to find a good fishing hole or up Mount Mansfield to scale Cantilever Rock, he seemed most happy under the sky and among the trees. His work as a counselor at Northeastern Family Institute (NFI) afforded him the opportunity to offer care and support to children and young adults facing many of life’s challenges. It was not an easy profession, but he loved the work, and his innate calm confidence and no-nonsense demeanor made him a skilled mentor to many.
He is predeceased by his father, Gilbert Mann; his sister Debra Smejkal; and the best damn dog a person could ever ask for, Chauncey. Jeff is survived by his mother, Ramona Mann; sisters Stefanie Sander and Gretchen Engbretson; their families; and nieces and nephews. A gathering will be held on July 19, 2025, noon to 3 p.m., at the Mills Riverside Park in Jericho, Vt.. Condolences may be sent to 39 Palmer Ln., Jericho, VT 05465, in care of Ramona Mann.
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