Barre, VT Raymond Joseph Pregent, 69, of South Main Street in Barre City passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at his home. Raymond was born on June 16, 1952 in Northfield, VT, the son of Elmer and Alice Pregent. Raymond attended public schools in Hartford, Vt. and in Locust Grove, Georgia. Upon enlisting in the United States Army, Raymond studied to receive his GED. In 1969, Raymond served his country as an Army Ranger during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Sargent in 1971. Raymond worked for a number of years as a security guard for the Federal Building in Montpelier. He later worked as a maintenance worker for the VT Department of Corrections. On July 7,1973, he married Elizabeth Ann Rouelle at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Montpelier. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoy hunting and fishing in his spare time. Raymond also enjoyed bowling, and had played for many leagues over the years. He was also a member of the American Legion in Montpelier. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth "Betty" Pregent of Barre; his children, Debra Pregent-Pelkey of Williamstown, Louis and his wife Tammy of Randolph, and Andrew (A.J.) and his wife Sarah of Barre; brothers of Randolph, Sharon, and Swanton; 4 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Viewing and visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm on Monday, August 16, 2021 at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier, VT. Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice