E.P. Mahar & Son Funeral Home

03/27/2026

Stanley Richardson

Retired Navy Captain Stanley Artemas Richardson died peacefully on 13 March 2026. His wife Renee and son Sam were with him. Originally from Boston Ma, Stanley attended Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs NY. He joined the Navy in 1977 after graduation. He attended Officer Candidate School at New Port, RI, then served aboard the Aircraft Carriers USS Saratoga and USS Lexington, as well as USS Mobil and USS LaSalle. From 1989 to 1990 he was the Operations Director for McMurdo Station,...

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03/27/2026

Kenneth E. Harrington Sr.

Kenneth E. Harrington Sr., 81, lifetime resident of Shaftsbury, VT passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026. Ken was born to the late Leo & Mabel (Niles) Harrington on October 7, 1944 in Bennington, VT. He was one of three children. Ken received his early education at Shaftsbury Elementary School, and later graduated from Bennington High School in 1962. Eventually he would go on to join the United States Army, and served his country for two years. Kenneth would marry...

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03/26/2026

Cremation can be more than a simple service. It offers a wide range of meaningful options to honor and celebrate a life. From personalized ceremonies and memorial keepsakes to unique ways to share memories, cremation allows families to create a tribute that's as elaborate or as simple as they wish.

03/25/2026

Karen A. (Shepard) Smith

Karen A. (Shepard) Smith, a lifelong resident of Bennington, Vermont, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Born on October 9, 1960, in Bennington, Karen was the beloved daughter of the late Philip and Wilma (Bacon) Shepard. Karen received her education at Southern Vermont College in Bennington, where she earned a degree in Business Accounting. She began her career as a tax preparer with H&R Block and later continued helping family and friends with their...

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03/24/2026

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03/24/2026

Ronald Schoof

Ronald A. Schoof, 81, of Shaftsbury, VT passed away on March 21, 2026, at the Center for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington, VT. Ronald was born in Brooklyn, New York on May 17, 1944, the son of Adolph and Margaret (Mahoney) Schoof. He married Jeri Lucerino on June 13, 1970, in Selden, Long Island New York. Ronald served in the United States Navy from 1965-1968. After serving in the Navy, Ronald worked for several different communications companies, and ultimately opened...

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03/23/2026

Lise Knapp

Lise E. Knapp, 81, a longtime resident of Bennington, Vermont, passed away on February 28, 2026. Born in Warwick, Quebec, Canada, on October 26, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Marie (Royer) Beaudoin. Lise moved to the Bennington area with her family in the 4th grade and was a graduate of Bennington Catholic High School. A lifelong learner, she returned to school in her 40s to earn an associate’s degree from the Community College of...

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03/19/2026

A place where families gather to remember, reflect, and honor a life. Our funeral home is here to provide a comfortable and welcoming space for families and friends to come together, share memories, and celebrate the lives of those they love.

03/17/2026

Every life is unique, and a funeral or memorial service can reflect the personality, passions, and story of your loved one. From meaningful music and photos, to personal touches that highlight hobbies, interests, and accomplishments, personalization can help create a service that truly honors a life well lived and gives family and friends a more meaningful way to remember.

To explore ways a service can be personalized, feel free to give us a call and we would be happy to discuss the options with you.

03/17/2026

Katherine Louise Krawczyk

Katherine Krawczyk, 96, a resident of Bennington, VT., passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born in Bennington, VT on November 10, 1929. She was the daughter of the late Cora DeBell and Frank Hurley. Katherine cherished the time she spent with her beloved grandchildren. She also found great enjoyment in playing bingo and working on word searches. She was a friendly person with a great sense of humor, making friends wherever she went, and she enjoyed being...

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03/17/2026

Allan Lawrence Doucette

Allan Doucette, 65, a longtime resident of Bennington, VT, passed away February 24, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous 40-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Though his journey with MS was long and often difficult, he faced it with remarkable strength and resilience. Allan never allowed his illness to define him or diminish the man he was at heart. A truly gifted musician, Allan was a talented guitar player, singer, and harmonica player, and he could play many...

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03/16/2026

John Richard Hurley II

John Richard Hurley II, 67, a resident of Bennington, VT., passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born in Bennington, VT on June 17, 1958. He was the son of the late John Hurley I and Doreen Gorman. John was an avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, and simply being outside. He also had a passion for driving. A dedicated member of AA, he was extremely proud of his 30 years of sobriety, which was a very important...

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