Richard F. Chapple

October 5, 1936 - December 25, 2017

COLEBROOK – Richard F. Chapple, 81, of Colebrook passed away at his residence on Dec. 25, 2017, after a short period of declining health. He was born in West Stewartstown on Oct. 5, 1936, the son of the late Thomas C. and Carolyn (Austin) Chapple. Over his life, Richard had lived in Colebrook and North Stratford, as well as Hinsdale, NH, where he worked as a printing press operator for many years at the Brattleboro Book Press. He is survived by a sister, Barbara Thompson of North Adams, Mass., as well as two nieces and six nephews and their families. Richard is preceded in death by two brothers, John and Gardner Chapple. There are no services scheduled. Richard will be interred with other family members in the spring at the Colebrook Village Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Funeral arrangements in NH are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook.