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Randall Briggs Obituary

Randall F. Briggs Jr.

1929 - 2014 BENNINGTON Randall "Ted" Frank Briggs Jr., age 84, born Dec. 13, 1929, died peacefully at home on Thursday morning, after a short illness. He worked for himself for many years as a Master Plumber and Heating specialist, then later went to work for Ashley-Swift, J.H. Winslow, H.M. Tuttle, and N.E. Air Systems, at different times, in that same capacity. Prior to that, he spent seven years in the US Air Force, during the Korean War, as a sergeant. He put out planes that would crash land at the base as a firefighter. He was also stationed in Bermuda. Later on, during the late 50's and early 60's, he competed in and placed first to fourth in many motorcycle enduros, and took first place at a 250 mile AMA National event in Columbus, Ohio (The Little Burr Run), in 1960, in his division. He also raced in dirt track "scrambles" (today called motocross). Ted was also an avid turkey hunter. He leaves behind a brother, Harry and wife, Nancy, of Pownal, and a sister, Barbara of Bennington; three sons, Mark and wife, Debby, of New Hampshire, Kevin and wife, Susie, of Bennington, and Danny of Bennington; nine grandchildren, Nick, Laura, Tyler, Trever, Rachelle, Tiffany, Ted, Shawn, and Jeffrey; seven great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Rhyse, Brody, lan, Corbin, Bryson, and Genevieve, who will all miss him. Ted was predeceased by a brother, Lewie Briggs, and three sisters, Marlene Stratton, Janet Burdick, and Patricia Morgan. The family invites all to say good bye. FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral will be held from the MAHAR SON FUNERAL HOME, Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at 12 p.m. Friends may call at the funeral home Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. The family invites all to say good bye. Burial will take place in the family lot in Park Lawn Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions in Ted Briggs' memory may be made to the Bennington Rescue Squad, through the office of the Mahar & Son Funeral Home, 628 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201. Guest book condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net.



Published by Bennington Banner from Mar. 29 to Mar. 31, 2014.
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To the Family Of The Briggs so sorry for your loss. May he RIP.

April 5, 2014

I am pleased to have had the pleasure of meeting "TED", and wish I had the opportunity to have known him further. My deepest condolences to his family, especially Danny who took such wonderful care of him.
Roberta, VNA Hospice volunteer

April 2, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. Call if we can be of any help!

Aryn Morris

April 1, 2014

Dad & Aunt Barb,
I really wish I could be there with you today. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I love you both.

Octavia Briggs

April 1, 2014

My sincere sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2. Again my deepest sympathy.

March 31, 2014

My sincere sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2. Again my deepest sympathy.

March 31, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chris and Melissa

Chris Senecal

March 31, 2014

Mark, Kevin and Danny,
I was so sad when I found out Uncle Ted had passed, yet happy to see he was no longer sick and was with Aunt Cathy once again. We can all find peace in that. May they R.I.P.

Tiva Briggs

March 31, 2014

Rest easy Uncle Teddy, love you to pieces sweet man...
My Heart goes out to you, Danny, Kevin and Mark.. Also Aunt Barbara and Uncle Harry

Love,
Lori Ann (Diana's Daughter)

Lori Brown

March 30, 2014

Mark,Kevin & Danny,
Wanda & I are very sorry for the loss of your Dad and my uncle. Sorry we won't be able to be with you at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Steven Senecal

March 30, 2014

rest in peace teddy... forever in our hearts

jen s

March 30, 2014

Rest in peace, to my great Uncle Ted!

Celisa Stratton

March 30, 2014

Ted was a lovable character, that I loved to have conversation with. I was sadden to hear of his passing.. My heart, Prayers and thought are with the entire family..

R.I.Paradise Ted.. In the arms of the angels, With family that went home before you... <3

Mindy Jo Caron-Barber

March 30, 2014

Please accept my sincerest condolences. May God and your fond
memories give you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Ms Porter

March 29, 2014

Thinking of you Dan and family. Your Dad was a great man. Miss having coffee in the mornings with him, always there at the store to make sure us gals weren't being hassled before he would take your mom to work. Lots of fun times !!!! Michele Ballance

March 29, 2014

Dear Briggs family,really sadden to hear of the passing of your father.

Tim & Sharon Patrick

March 29, 2014

So sorry to hear this he was a great man who always had something nice to say. Danny and Kevin Iam very sorry for your loss I know what it means to lose a Father.

robert dufresne

March 29, 2014

Dan and family,
Sorry to hear of your dads passing may he rest in peace.

Art Wyman

March 29, 2014

Our prayers and deepest sorrow go to the family of my dearest friend, Randall, known to all of us as "Ted". We share with all of you the feeling of a great loss.
Ted and I go back a long time and I will cherish his friendship forever.
God Bless.
Pete Pinsonneault and family. Mesa. Arizona

Peter Pinsonneault

March 29, 2014

I remeber his sense of humor. As a child I always looked forward to Cousin Ted's visit. he will always have a spot in my heart. Blessings and Prayers to all of you.

denise Dean (Kelley)

March 29, 2014

To the Briggs Family I am sorry about your loss I new Ted very well and also his Dad. We were in the Plumbing together. George Freeman Orange City Fl.

March 29, 2014

Dear Danny and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew your Dad through his visits to your Mom at the Potters.They were a wonderful couple. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Sharon Messersmith

Sharon Messersmith

March 29, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

March 29, 2014

Dear Briggs family,
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of Randall. I remember walking past your home every day from school. I remember going to school with Danny . You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brad Leben

March 29, 2014

Our thoughts and Prays go out to Ted and his family.Don & Leah

Donald & Leah Kelley

March 29, 2014

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