Rep. John Palasik, a Milton native who had served in the Vermont House since 2019, passed away on November 15, 2022, after several months of illness. He was 68.
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Don Turner, the town manager of Milton, who has known Palasik for many years, said Palasik died while in hospice care at a facility in Colchester.
Turner referred to Palasik as “a great man.” “He was a true community servant,” said the town manager. “He did a lot for the people of this town and our state.”
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In a statement issued Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Phil Scott announced Palasik’s death, saying the Republican representative “brought his experience and valued perspective to Montpelier, where he always advocated for his community.”
“His voice and contributions in the State House will be missed,” Scott said. Funeral services are set for Saturday, November 19 2022. Gov. Phil Scott has ordered state flags lowered to half-staff in Palasik’s honour.
Palasik did not run for reelection this fall, citing a desire to spend more time with his family, particularly his young grandson, earlier this year.
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