Russell Eric Kimball
Russell Eric Kimball, 66, of East Hampton, Connecticut, (but raised in his beloved Northeast Kingdom) died and shuffled off his mortal coil on January 24, 2026. Russell, (or Rusty, as he was affectionately known to those who loved him most) lived hard and loved harder. He treasured his family and friends above all else and those he leaves behind miss him immensely.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Richard L. Farrar
Richard L. Farrar, 95, of Newport Center, died January 29, 2026, in Barton. He was born on October 26, 1930, in Newport, to the late Harry and Sophia (Magoon) Farrar. On September 1, 1955, he married Clarice Marks, who predeceased him on October 4, 2025.
Richard retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of dedicated service, having served during the Korean War. After his retirement from the Air Force, he worked as a truck driver and later as a dairy farmer and even was a selectman for Newport Town for many years. He loved playing music and could play many instruments such as the violin, upright bass, and steel guitar. He played with New Country Echos for many years. Richard also played basketball in high school and later in life he enjoyed bowling. He always had a special place in his heart for his dogs.
He is survived by his children: Charles Farrar and his wife, Evelia, of Troy; Laura Provoncha and her husband, Wendell, of Newport Center; Dianna Bartlett and her husband, Nathan, of Maryland; and Bonita Deslandes and her husband, Mark, of Westfield; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and his sister Lucille Driver of Charleston.
He was also predeceased by his brothers: Donald and Wayne Farrar, and his sisters: Velma and Eureta.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Newport Center Cemetery with Reverend David Dizazzo officiating. If friends desire, memorial contributions in Richard’s name may be made to NEK Council on Aging, 481 Summer Street, Suite 101, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819. Online condolences are welcomed at curtis-britch.com.
Cecil Walter Daniels
Cecil Walter Daniels, 60, of Island Pond, died unexpectedly on March 30, 2026.
Cecil was born on September 18, 1965, to Cecil M. Daniels and Beatrice J. Martin in Newport. Cecil graduated from North Country Union High School in 1984. Following graduation, he went on to work in a variety of positions throughout his adult life, mainly in the construction industry. Cecil was known as a jack of all trades, a man who knew how to fix just about anything. He was a skilled mechanic and welder, characteristics he adopted from his late father. Over the course of his life, Cecil touched the lives of many. He was a man of great humor, always quick to laugh and crack a joke. He was a dependable person, willing to help anyone. Wherever he went, he left a strong impression.
On August 27, 1994, Cecil married his lifelong sweetheart, Sylvie (Stebenne) Daniels, of Island Pond, and celebrated almost 32 years of marriage together. They remained in Island Pond and raised three children. Cecil was a proud father. He instilled strength, resilience, self-sufficiency, and strong work ethics in his children; qualities he himself carried. Despite his tough exterior at times, he had a soft core and loved deeply.
Cecil enjoyed spending his leisure time engaging in hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and, in later years, beekeeping. He could be found tinkering on anything with a motor, pruning his fruit trees, working on his sawmill, and blasting music on his stereo in the summertime. He found great joy in being a grandfather. On the day he became known as “Papa,” a deeper sense of love and purpose for his life emerged.
Cecil was predeceased by his parents, Cecil M. Daniels and Beatrice J. Martin. He is survived by his wife, Sylvie Daniels, children: Ryan Daniels and partner, Samantha, of Island Pond, Jeremy Daniels of Island Pond, Gabrielle Sykes and husband, Benjamin, of Williston; and grandchildren: Maverick and Brynley. He is also survived by his brother Wayne Daniels and wife, Nancy, brother Timothy Daniels and wife, Mary, and sister Cecile Trott and husband, Brad. In addition, Cecil is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Those who knew Cecil are invited to attend his celebration of life at 2 p.m. on June 6, 2026, at the family home in Island Pond. The family asks for guests interested in staying following the celebration to bring a photo or a dish to share.
Shirleymae Mary Chaffee
The family of Shirleymae Mary Chaffee, announces their precious, beloved mother, died peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, surrounded by family whom she loved so dearly. She was born in Montgomery Center on January 2, 1938, the daughter of Earl Girard Sr. and Elizabeth (Sylvester) Girard. She was very proud and loved to share the story of how she and her mother were blessed to both have survived her birth, and therefore the doctor was the one who named her.
Shirleymae worked for several years as a housekeeper for Alpine Haven, the sewing factory in Enosburg. Lastly, she worked caring for the elderly at the Bel-Aire Center of Newport, as well as a home health care provider. In 1991, she married Richard Chaffee Jr., and they shared 35 years building beautiful memories together. She was his “Ma” and he was her “Pa.” They enjoyed their yearly trips to Maine. Shirleymae also enjoyed cooking for her family, sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Her favorite pastime was reading and working on word search puzzles. She also would love to watch her favorite cooking shows and Hallmark movies, and she loved her visits with Jamie’s dog Bree.
Shirleymae was predeceased by her 3-year-old daughter Sharon Marie Kennett in 1962, as well as her parents, her two brothers and five sisters throughout the years, and most recently her beloved husband, Richard Chaffee Jr., who died on January 7, 2026.
Shirleymae is survived by her children: Debra Therrien and husband, Julien, of Derby; Terry Sargent and husband, Homer, of Jay; Randy Kennett of Bolton; Lisa Driver and husband, Darryl, of Jeffersonville; step-son James Chaffee of Newport; as well as many precious grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be Friday, May 1, from 6-8 p.m. at the Curtis-Britch Bouffard Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, in Newport. A traditional Catholic service will be held on Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 191 Clermont Terrace in Newport.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the entire staff at Maple Lane in Barton for taking such wonderful care of Shirleymae. It was a great comfort, knowing she was in such caring hands.
If friends desire, memorial contributions in Shirleymae’s name may be made to the American Lung Association Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 70360, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19176-0360. Online condolences are welcome at curtis-britch.com.
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Richard W. Burdick
Graveside services for Richard W. Burdick, 85, who died January 22, 2026, will be held on Saturday, May 9, at 11 a.m. in Pleasant View Cemetery in Orleans.
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