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Outgoing drummer and guitar player composed music and loved being involved in his church
Mark Joseph Jarrett, 68, of Burlington, Vt., passed away on September 15, 2024, at Elderwood at Burlington after a long illness. Mark was born on June 19, 1956, to Earl and Ruth Jarrett in Burlington. Mark graduated from Burlington High School in 1974 and later in life received a rehabilitation engineering degree from Vermont Technical College. He also had some training to be a culinary chef. Mark was very outgoing, enjoyed playing drums and was an exceptional guitar player. For a short time, Mark played in a band in Burlington named Orreo in the '80s. He also composed music, loved being involved in church, enjoyed Aikido and loved his cat, Louie. Mark is survived by two older brothers, Jason and Donald Jarrett, and two daughters. Mark has two deceased brothers, Darrell (2021) and Barry Jarrett (2015). There will be a graveside service and burial for Mark in spring 2025, at a date to be determined. Condolence cards can be mailed to his brother Jason Jarrett, 25 Washington St., Burlington, VT 05401…