Richard H. Kibbe

Richard H. Kibbe obituary, Albion, NY

Richard H. Kibbe

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1992 E Kent Rd, Kent, NY 14477

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Richard Kibbe Obituary

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(Kent) Richard Harold Kibbe, Sr., age 74, passed away unexpectedly August 17, 2025 at his home. He was born January 13, 1951 in Stafford CT, a son of the late Allison and Hazel (Schofield) Kibbe and had lived in this area for the past 44 years.

Richard loved his lawn mowers, casino trips and helping others daily. He drove truck and ran heavy equipment for Billy Wells and Dave Dunn for several years. Richard loved spending time with his family especially cookouts when his family and friends could come together. He will be greatly missed by so many people.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by several brothers and sisters.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Debra; children Richard Kibbe, Jr., Jennifer Stornelli (Mark), Beth Kibbe (Gary), Debbie Kibbe (Nick); several grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister Muriel Scully; brother Arthur (Karen) Kibbe as well as several nieces, nephews and many friends.

His Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday October 4, 2025 from 1:00pm-whenever at his home, 1992 E. Kent Rd. Kent NY 14477. Arrangements were entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes.

To share a memory of Richard, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

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Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

1992 E Kent Rd

1992 E Kent Rd, Kent, NY 14477

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