Frederick E. "Fred" Burdick III

Newfane, Vt. - Frederick "Fred" E. Burdick III, 64, of Newfane, Vt., passed unexpectedly April 23, 2025, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital surrounded by family. Fred was born in Westerly, R.I. He grew up in Stonington, where he graduated from Stonington High School.

In his younger years, Fred enjoyed racing motorcycles with his friends. He eventually found himself In Brattleboro, Vt., working at Dunham's where he met Linda, his wife of 34 years.

Fred leaves behind his wife Linda Cominoli Burdick; daughter Bethany Burdick; son Daniel Burdick (fiancée Brianna Ogden); and grandson Ryker Burdick. He was very proud to be a grandpa. He also leaves behind his father Frederick E. Burdick and his wife Evelyn Burdick whom he called mom; as well as brothers, Michael and Raymond of Connecticut, and Alan of Florida; and many nieces and nephews.

In the later years, Fred enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels and watching them from his recliner with their cat Abby on his lap. He gave too many treats to his buddy Mac; and he enjoyed talking on the phone with his family and friends. He also liked taking his bass boat out fishing with his son when he was able.

Fred will be missed dearly by his family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Windham County Humane Society.