Richard Dexter Taylor, 99, of West Glover, Vermont, passed away on August 6, 2026 in St. Johnsbury, VT. He was born on October 20, 1926 in Orleans, VT, to Clement and Mary (Sheltra) Taylor.

In 1948 he married Theresa Diette and together they raised five children who survive him: Regina (Reid) Kilby, Francis (Helene) Taylor, Doreen Lyon, Susan Taylor and Alicia (Martial) Major. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 9 great great grandchildren with one on the way.

Richard was a dairy farmer all of his life. He bought the farm in 1952 where he lived to the end. He lived life simply and well preferring to spend time on the farm, haying, sugaring, and cutting wood. He enjoyed watching wildlife and the amazing view of Northern Vermont and Canada viewed from the kitchen window. On July 4th he could watch fireworks in various towns all from the comfort of his home.

Richard was a lifetime Parishioner of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Barton, Selectman for the Town of Glover, Sugar maker, President of the Sno-Hawk snowmobile club, and served on the committee for the Parent Teacher's Association in West Glover. He was especially proud of the many awards for his maple products from the Vermont Farm Show held annually in Barre.

Richard was known for his integrity, hard work, and faith. He passed his strong work ethic, honesty, and values on to his family. He enjoyed old Westerns and country music, especially Johnny Cash, and loved practicing his yodeling while milking cows. He also loved sharing stories from his childhood and the many experiences of his life.

A first for the Taylor Farm was the recent wedding of his great grandson held on a hilltop overlooking the farm and the panoramic view. Richard attended and was delighted to spend time with family and many friends.

Richard is survived by a sister in law, Lois Taylor.

He was predeceased by his parents; his beloved wife, Theresa; and his siblings, Wilfred, Marion, Preston, Adelord, and Edwin. He was also predeceased by members of his wife Theresa's family: her mother, Josephine Diette; her brothers, Albert, Hector, and Ernest; and her sisters, Corinne, Beatrice, Emma, and Gertrude.

Friends may call from 4-6 P.M. on Sunday August 16, 2026 at the Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton, VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday August 17, 2026 at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Barton where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow at St. Ignatius Cemetery, 100 VT Route 100, Lowell, VT.

Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers contributions in his name may be made to St. Paul's Church, 85 St. Paul Lane, Barton, VT  05822 or to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

On-line condolences at curtis-britch.com.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.