Richard

Newton

CHANDLER, AZ – Richard Newton, 76, formerly of Barre, Vermont, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Chandler, Arizona.

Richard was born on November 12, 1949, to Wayne and Gloria (Tew) Newton. He was raised in Barre, where he attended local schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1988, retiring with the rank of Senior Chief.

Richard developed a love of hunting at a young age, often hunting alongside his father. This became a lifelong passion that he continued to enjoy throughout his adult life. He enjoyed fishing and was a longtime member of VFW post 790.

He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Newton; and his grandchildren, Taylor Anderson and Lars Kenworthy. He was predeceased by his parents and his daughter, Kristin Newton.

A service to honor and celebrate Richard’s life and military service will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center.