It is with profound sadness that we have to announce the unexpected passing of our dear son, brother, and friend Robert Stockwell, 41 of Richmond Vermont on 8/25/26.

Robert was born on September 30, 1984 in Burlington VT to Harland and Karen Stockwell. He grew up in Richmond VT where he is known throughout the community for his kind outgoing personality. Ready to make a new friend with anyone who was lucky enough to interact with him while taking one of his RC cars for a walk, riding his bicycle or lawnmower around town, or standing at the rivers bank fishing. He could easily spark up a conversation with anyone while he was in the community or in line at shaws. Any one who knew Robert will certainly remember his infectious kind soul and willingness to help any neighbor, friend, or customer in need.

Robert graduated from Mount Mansfield Union High School in 2002. After which he started his career at Shaw's super market in Williston VT where he worked with such pride and diligence for 23 years. If there was a job that needed to be done at Shaws, he could do it. On any given day throughout his career there you could count on him to say hello as you were passing through.

Robert also started a lawn mowing service as a teenager in the village of Richmond (Dashound Mowing) where he could be found on his mower pouring attention to detail into the service he gave his customers. At a young age Robert was known to show up at your house and mow your lawn without asking. It wasn't long after that his business was born.

Robert was a master LEGO builder with countless hours and probably years of his life dedicated to building any and all builds. Many of his pieces were original builds which any master craftsman would be proud of. Robert would find vintage sets from his childhood to reconstruct while reminiscing of days gone by, while still building new sets being released today. If someone was getting rid of Legos they knew Robert would be more than happy to have them. He had rooms dedicated to his love of legos.

Robert leaves behind his Parents Harland and Karen Stockwell of Richmond, his sister Joann Stockwell of Duxbury and his dearest life long friends Mark Brown, Kyle Suchman, and Michael Gilbeau.

A celebration of life will be held on September 26, 2026 from 2:30 - 5:30pm at the Richmond community space above the Richmond town library. We look forward to seeing everyone there. Bring your favorite memories to share.