1951-2013

John was born in New York City on March 30, 1951, and attended St. Bernard's School and The Hotchkiss School, later receiving a Bachelor of Arts from Adelphi University.

He lived for many years in Spokane, Wash., before returning east, to Montpelier, where his sister Amy Davenport lives.

John had a deep knowledge of and love for music. He generously shared his passion for everything, from the classical composers to show tunes to the Beatles.