Richard W. Radcliffe

Richard Walter Radcliffe, 84, of Marlboro, Vermont, "laid his last brick" on October 4, 2025, with his family by his side. Richard was the proud owner of R and R Masonry and spent 35 years serving the community with his work in masonry, as well as a plowing and sanding business. He specialized in custom fireplaces, stone walls, and chimneys, earning a reputation for his precision, creativity, and dedication to perfection. His work was sought after throughout Windham County and beyond, leaving a lasting legacy that can be seen in many homes and structures across the region. Richard's success would not have been possible without the "wind beneath his wings" and the love of his life, his wife of 59 years, Donna (Garland), who predeceased him in 2023. Richard enjoyed rabbit and deer hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and the Red Sox ("I assume they lost"). He found joy in vegetable gardening, feeding the birds (the squirrels and "damn bears"), and keeping a daily weather journal. Richard loved grilled hot dogs ("burn 'em"), clams, king crab legs, fresh corn, and his beloved dachshunds and beagles. He had a special fondness for sunflowers, which he grew each year with care. He is predeceased by his wife, parents, Walter D. Radcliffe and Hazel N. (Worden), his sister and brother-in-law Jane and Mac McCormick, and his nephew Jimmy McCormick. He is survived by his two adoring daughters, Tisha (Robert) Radcliffe and Susie (Patrick) Radcliffe. Richard is also survived by his brother-in-law Nelson Garland (Suzie), and many nieces and nephews. He was especially close with his niece Lori. A graveside service will be held at Meeting House Hill Cemetery on October 19 at 12:30 p.m. A celebration of life will follow at the Colonel Williams Inn in Marlboro, VT. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard, please visit our floral store.