The Iceman Who Ruled Vermont

The Iceman, Jimmy De Pierro, has passed at 79, leaving behind a legacy of grit, flavor, and unforgettable moments. From Queens to Vermont, he lived big—delivering bikes, welding steel, digging clams, and eventually turning Italian ice into a statewide sensation with his iconic push carts. A founding voice of Vermont’s blues scene and a quirky candidate for Secretary of State, Jimmy’s charm extended to his dog Mr. Cheeseface, who graced the cover of National Lampoon after a bold suggestion from a bike messenger. Later, he mastered the poker table and kept life sweet with music, food, and mischief. Loved by sons Jimmy and Nicolo, brother Mark, and countless friends, his celebration awaits next summer—because even in ice, he left a warm, lasting chill. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/22c785dda3a2abc8