Elmer E. Cozzens, 89, formerly of Fuller Street in Montpelier, but most recently of Allenwood Senior Community in South Burlington, died on Friday evening, September 2, 2016. He was born on February 8, 1927, the son of Elmer E. Cozzens, Sr and Elsie (Brundrett) Cozzens. He attended public schools in Massachussetts and graduated from Lowell High School. He later attended Norwich University and then graduated with an Associates Degree from Bentley College. Elmer proudly served as a Sargent in the United States Army during World War II and was stationed in the Philippines. On June 30, 1951, He married Ruth M. Huntsman at the Old Meeting House Church in East Montpelier Center. He started his professional career as a cost accountant for General Electric in Burlington, Vermont then transferred to the Hudson Falls and Fort Edward, New York plants. He retired in 1987 after a 30 year career. He was active in the Community Chapel of West Glens Falls, New York and the First Baptist Church of Montpelier, Vermont. He enjoyed wood carving, water color painting, fishing, and riding his motor cycle! He enjoyed visiting with his children, grand children and great grand children. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Cozzens of South Burlington; sons, Peter Cozzens and his husband, Peter of Essex, VT; Michael Cozzens and his wife, Karen of Fort Edward, NY; Mark Cozzens and his fiancée, Karen of Fort Edward, NY; daughter-in-law, John's widow, Lorrie of Fort Ann, NY; 8 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son; John Cozzens; and siblings, Sandra, Barbara, and Charles. Calling hours will be held from 6-8:00 pm on Tuesday, September 6th at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, September 7th at the First Baptist Church on School Street in Montpelier. A committal with military honors will immediately follow at the Middlesex Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, 7 Mill Brook Road, Wilton, New Hampshire 03086 or at www.supportveterans.org Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com