Maurice D Sanville, 90, of Irasburg, VT. Passed away peacefully at his home, with his wife Joanne, and his children by his side. The family was able to have him at his home, which he so treasured and found comfort. He was born on Oct. 31, 1935 the son of Margaret Lackard Sanville, and Jasper Sanville, who predeceased him. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Joanne (Lebeau) Sanville, Four children Michael (Donna) Sanville, Donna (Marvin) Cooke, Brian (Marianne) Sanville, and Cindy (Robert Harrison) Sanville. He leaves 8 grandchildren: Jeremy DeLabruere, Jim, Jessica, and Jenna Sanville, Koah and Skyler Gray, Fawnda and Justin Sanville. He has 17 great grandchildren. He leaves the mother of his children, Odessa Sanville. He was predeceased by his brother Harvey Sanville and his sister Dorothy Hart. Maurice lived in Irasburg, VT all of his life. Maurice graduated the 12th grade at Orleans High School. He worked at Ethan Allen a short time, and then was parts man for Ken Frawley. But the job that he loved most, was when D&M Sanville Excavating was started, with working only part time to start, evenings and weekends, with his partner Dustin, and then eventually, they became a full time business. In 2004 Maurice became sole owner of D&M Sanville Excavating. He was proud of his clean trucks working in the community, and his favorite job was, Demolition which he was well known for. He had his Special Right Hand Man, John Harlamert working beside him, he helped Maurice work right to the age of 89, last year. Maurice had the successful business for 50 years. His favorite pastimes were, spending time with friends and family, riding motorcycles, camping, listening to music, dancing, and enjoying dining out. Funeral services will be held on Friday June 19, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans, VT. Followed by a Celebration of Life at Maurice’s home at 186 Alexander Lane, Irasburg, VT. If friends desire, a memorial contribution in Maurice Sanville’s name, may be made to Orleans VNA and Hospice Care. 46 Lakemont Rd, Newport, VT.  Please visit www.awrfh.com to share your memories and condolences.