Arlene Ruth Richmond

Arlene Ruth (Buckley) Richmond, born August 22^nd, 1933, age 89, of her lifelong residence in Spofford, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the company of family and loved ones.

She was predeceased by her Husband of 49 Years, Stanley Amos Richmond. Her sons, Stanley Arthur Richmond and Russell A. Richmond. Her Sisters Gloria, Marilyn, Sandra, Elizabeth (Betty), and Norma. Brother Harold “Bo” Buckley, JR. and Great granddaughter Alexia Rae Richmond-Files.

She is survived by her Brother Delbert A. Buckley; her daughters Hyla R. Smith and Barbara A. Doyle and Peter; grandchildren, Leslie, William (Bill) Spouse Dennise, Delta, Jonathan (John), Patricia, Richard (Ricky),Spouse Jen, and Melissa and her partner Ray. Great Grandchildren Jeffrey, Xavier, Cailyn, Kullen, Aiden, Nehemiah, Landon, Riley, Crystal, Jacob, Felicia, and Zackery. Great-Great-Grandchildren Ember, Michael, Noah, Eli, Peter, Colt, Paisley, and Rowan.

Married on March 17^th, 1951, in Swanzey, Stan and Arlene purchased a small parcel of land. The Richmond Family home, also known as Fairwind Farm, consisted of 117 acres. They raised hogs, cattle, chickens, horses, cats, dogs, and other animals on the farm. They also cultivated a quarter of an acre garden, where Arlene canned the goods for family and friends. Some of Arlene’s other hobbies included word search puzzles, game shows, knitting & crocheting blankets, hats, and mittens, for family and friends, quilting and macramé chairs. 

Arlene had worked for Robert Harts Shoe, Troy Blanket Mill, and Timken (MPB), retiring in her 70’s.

A memorial service will be held at Papagalos Restaurant in Swanzey, NH on Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 2pm-4pm.

The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence or for more information please visit www.csnh.com.