Creative landscaper with a passion for historic preservation was recognized for his work with the restoration of Burlington’s Park Place Co-op Donald Boniface, 72, of Burlington and Jeffersonville, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024, at McClure Miller Respite House. Donald was born in Morristown, N.J., and attended schools there before going on to the University of Virginia, where he majored in landscape architecture and was a member of the Chi Psi fraternity. After graduating, he worked as a computer programmer at Equitable Life Insurance in Manhattan. Later he moved to California, where he worked in ceramic design, expressing his creative passion. A man of remarkable patience, intelligence and deep empathy, Donald touched the lives of all who knew him. He faced personal challenges with grace and courage, maintaining a sense of humor and a deep connection to nature. His life was one of resilience, rising above trials with a smile and unwavering acceptance. For 28 years, Donald shared a deep and enduring relationship with his partner, Ted [Kuhar] Boniface. Their bond was a transformative gift to both of their lives. It came at a time when both were seeking love and solace: Donald, mourning the loss of his previous partner, and Ted, adjusting to life in Vermont after a difficult past. Together, they found not only companionship but a love that fulfilled them in ways neither had imagined. Donald’s creativity shone through in the beautiful landscaping he designed at Junction Hill. He also made lasting contributions to his community, serving on the board of the Champlain Housing Trust and Vermont Cares, where he led the speaker’s bureau. A passionate advocate for historic preservation, Donald was recognized for his work with the architectural restoration of Park Place Co-op in Burlington. Donald’s life embodied a rare balance of intellectual depth, emotional sensitivity and creative spirit. He will be remembered not only for his artistic contributions but for the warmth, care and unconditional love he shared with others. His legacy of compassion and enduring love will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. Donald’s relationship with Ted was one of deep devotion. As Ted once shared in a “StoryCorps” interview, meeting Donald allowed a love that had long been waiting inside him to blossom. They supported and cherished each other through life’s complexities, building a bond based on mutual respect, honesty and unwavering commitment. As they often said, “The death of one of us will separate us, and nothing else will come between.” Donald is survived by his devoted…