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Elbert G. Moulton, Jr.

  • March 4, 1926 - May 1, 2011
  • Townshend, Vermont
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“Hi Pat and the rest of the Moulton Family, Al's passing was sad news for all his friends here at VEDA who remember him well and worked with him...Read More » ”
1 of 17 | Posted by: Steve Greenfield - Montpelier, VT

“Al and Gerry were our neighbors and good friends. We have missed having them nearby. Tom worked with Al as Director of Community Development and...Read More » ”
2 of 17 | Posted by: Tom and Bev Lynch - Brattleboro

“Pat, I never met your father but heard many good words about him. I do know you. The greatest legacy for a parent is knowing ones children...Read More » ”
3 of 17 | Posted by: Peter Rowan - Essex Jct, VT

“Pat and Family, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your father. What an amazing man, and an amazing life. Pat you are obviously a testament to...Read More » ”
4 of 17 | Posted by: Karen Ballard - VT

“To Pat and Family: I was saddened to learn of your father's death. I knew him for over 40 years, first in his role as campaign manager and GOP...Read More » ”
5 of 17 | Posted by: Doug Symmes - White River Jct, VT

“One of Vermont's heros of the late Twentieth century. He helped define the state to its people and the world. I remember Al and Geri with admiration...Read More » ”
6 of 17 | Posted by: Tom Hopps - Camden, ME

“Al was a good friend, an even better mentor and great Vermonter! The legacy that he has left us is evident every day as we travel throughout the...Read More » ”
7 of 17 | Posted by: Bill Shouldice IV - Rutland, VT

“Over the past few years, I was fortunate to get to know Al when he was on the Board of Valley Cares, the organization that manages West River Valley...Read More » ”
8 of 17 | Posted by: Bob Crego - Williamsville, VT

“Dear Pat and all the Moulton Clan: My deepest, deepest sympathies go out to all of you. I worked with your Dad decades ago ... and everyone knows...Read More » ”
9 of 17 | Posted by: Candy Moot - Montpelier, VT

“Dear Pat, there are not enough words to describe the beauty of "Big Al's" legacy. His love of God, free enterprise, family (especially Geri), the...Read More » ”
10 of 17 | Posted by: Arthur Sanborn - Kirby, VT

“Those of us who knew Al were always amazed at his accomplishments for the state of Vermont. We are all blessed he chose to live here...Read More » ”
11 of 17 | Posted by: Charlene&Ken Bostrom - VT

“It was my honor and pleasure to both know and work with Al in Vt. Government. He leaves an enormous legacy and those of us who worked with him...Read More » ”
12 of 17 | Posted by: Ronald Allbee - Sarasota, FL

“Dear Pat & Tim, So sorry to learn of your father's death. He was such a standard bearer for economic development in VT and you, Pat, have...Read More » ”
13 of 17 | Posted by: Mary Helen Hawthorne - VT

“Pat, Tim and everyone: Even though we hadn't seen him much in recent years, it was always good to know Al was not too far away if we needed an...Read More » ”
14 of 17 | Posted by: Jill M. and Al Z. - VT

“So sorry to learn of Al's passing.He was one of the greatest champions for the state of Vermont and a truly great friend who was a pleasure to work...Read More » ”
15 of 17 | Posted by: Ora Paul - Montpelier, VT

“Dear Pat & family, Sorry for the passing of you Dad. He was an icon of Vermont and his accomplishments improved our state significantly. The...Read More » ”
16 of 17 | Posted by: Glen Wright - Reddick, FL

“It was my pleasure to get to know both Al and Geri while they were residents of Townshend. They both were regular attendees of our bi-weekly...Read More » ”
17 of 17 | Posted by: Jean Allbee - Brookline, VT


Townshend, VT - Al Moulton, 85 of Townshend, Vermont died suddenly from heart failure Sunday, May 1 at his home. Al was born in Brooks, Maine, March 4, 1926, son of Elbert G., Sr. and Fannie (Brown) Moulton. Al was educated in public schools in Brooks. He served in the navy during World War II; both in Normandy and Okinawa. After the war, Al completed his degree at the University of Maine. He married Geraldine "Geri" (Lockhart) of Winterport, Maine in June, 1950. Al and Geri remained in Maine until 1956, when he began a career in Chamber of Commerce work as the Director of Brattleboro's chamber. He continued working with the Rutland Chamber of Commerce and the chamber in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He served several terms in the state government of Vermont including the first Director of Development and as Secretary of Agency of Commerce and Community Affairs. He served as the state's chief economic development leader under Governors Hoff, Salmon, Snelling and Kunin. He was instrumental in the establishment of some of Vermont's landmark laws and initiatives: Act 250, Vermont's land use and development law (1970); the banning of billboards in the state (1968); and the establishment of Vermont's Captive Insurance industry (1981). His career in Vermont politics started in 1968. He ran successful campaigns for Governor Deane C. Davis and for US Senator Robert Stafford. He served as Chairman of the Vermont Republican party in the late 1960's. In 1971 Al left state government to help with the development of Quechee Lakes. He served as Executive Director of the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation and Springfield Regional Development Corporation from where he retired in 1994. Al helped numerous companies start-up, expand or relocate to Vermont helping to create hundreds of jobs. He loved the state and was an unapologetic advocate and salesman for Vermont. Al is predeceased by both of his parents, his wife of 59 years, Geri, and grandson, Joel. He is survived by his children: Bob and Barbara (Hennesey) of Duxbury, Vermont and their daughter Lucy; Daniel and Kevin (Murphy), and Sara (Cross Moulton) of Calgary, Alberta, and their daughters Kristen and husband Jordan Tronsgard; Heather and husband Matthew Brillinger; David and Lisa (Rice) of Whitingham, Vermont and their children Jennifer, Jeffrey, Jillian, Amanda (Johnson) and Jessica (Johnson); and Patricia and Timothy Powden of South Londonderry, Vt. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 7 at 11am at the Centre Congregational Church. A burial will be held for immediate family at a later date. Friends may call from 6pm to 9pm Friday, May 6 at Atamaniuk Funeral Home at 40 Terrace Street, Brattleboro, Vermont. A memorial service will also be held in Brooks, Maine on Sunday, May 29th at 2pm at the Brooks Congregational Church. In lieu of flowers, friends may donate to the "Al Moulton Economic Development Scholarship Fund." Make checks payable to the NEDA Education Scholarship Fund, c/o REDC, 112 Quality Lane, Rutland, VT 05701.