Photo courtesy of Sayles Funeral Home
Danville, Vermont
Jan 29, 1964 – Jun 28, 2018
Richard was born on January 29, 1964 and passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2018. Richard was a resident of Danville, Vermont at the time of passing. He graduated from Spaulding High School, Class of 1982. Donations may be made to: The Silver Towers c/o The Elks 118 Western Ave., St. Johnsbury VT 05819 make check payable to St. Johnsbury Elks Lodge 1343 Visitation at the Sayles Funeral Home from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on July 2, 2018. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Rick's name to Silver Towers Foundation, c/o St. Johnsbury Elks Lodge 1343, 118 Western Ave, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 (make checks payable to St. Johnsbury Elks Lodge.
God Bless You and Keep You Rick. We love you and will miss you! You are a wonderful man! Love, Jan and Pierre
Jan and Pierre Trepanier
July 06, 2018 | Barre, VT
Rick set such an example of how to live life to the fullest, leaving only good feelings and good friends along the way.
Janice, Brittany, Richie, Diane, and all of Rick's family - I am so sorry for your loss. But, wow, what memories this man has left you all with, while inspiring you all with his strength and determination.
You will be missed by many, Rick.
Tamera Pariseau
July 05, 2018 | East Calais, VT
To the Benoit family, I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing, I went to school in Barre with him, a great person, always smiling, my thoughts and prayers are with all that had the good fortune to meet Rick, once you met him, you were a friend. God Bless
P.D. Kelty
July 04, 2018
Diane, Renee and Darren, the SHS Class of 1982 pass on our deepest condolences. Rick was a friend to all and an enemy to none. Knowing Rick before elementary school even started, made my connection with Rick go back even further. Your family always had a special place in the heart of our family. Especially when you and Benny helped plan the successful diversion to my parents' 25th "surprise" wedding anniversary. It went off without a hitch. Rick always knew how to light up a room, we...
Darrell Gauthier
July 04, 2018 | Elon, NC
Diane, we're thinking of you and saying prayers for you and all your family. May your good memories warm your heart and soul.
Joanne Rohrer
July 03, 2018 | Lancaster, PA
Diane, I am so sorry to hear of of Rick's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
MaryAnne & Joe Cerasoli
July 03, 2018 | East Montpelier, VT
Diane, I am so sorry to hear of loss of your son. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Penny Norton
July 03, 2018 | MA
Ricky's family lived next door to us growing up. They are all remarkably competent and resourceful people starting from an early age. So when I got a call from a woman who was moving her horse to East Hill Farm saying she had slid off the road with her horse trailer nearby, I called Benoit's to see who was home. Ricky was available so I went and picked him up and he, my daughter Kate and I went up the icy road in my jeep to the rescue. The plan was to unload the horse and walk it a half-mile...
Topper and Mary Ann McFaun
June 30, 2018 | Barre, VT | Neighbor
