Jay E. Dodge, 63, of Bennington, Vermont, passed away on August 18, 2023. Jay was born in Walla Walla, Washington to the late Faye and Mary (White) Dodge on February 18, 1960. Although Jay was born in Washington State, he spent most of his growing up years in Framingham, Massachusetts. He had lived there until he moved to Brattleboro, Vermont in 2010. Jay was passionate about music. He was a talented singer as well as a self-taught guitar player. Other than music, Jay loved animals, particularly cats. Jay was predeceased by his older brother, James Reed of Brookline, MA. At this time, there are no formal services.The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home, 213 West Main Street, Bennington, VT.