Robert Birch

READSBORO - Robert Wayne Birch, 83, a resident of Main Street, died peacefully at his daughter’s home on Tuesday, September 28, in the company of his loving family.  
The son of John and Stella (Day) Birch and the last of nine children, he was born in Clarksburg, MA, on November 30, 1938. He married Betty Baldwin on August 31, 1957. For 40 years he worked for the town of Readsboro Public Works Department and drove for many area trucking businesses. He also performed electrical, water, and sewer work for the town of Readsboro and was a very active member of the community. He was a member of the Readsboro Fire Department for over 50 years and an active member of area snowmobile clubs. He was a member of the Springfield Beagle Club where he ran his dogs for sport. He enjoyed bringing his granddaughter to horseshows.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years Betty Birch; son Robert P. Birch; daughter Kim (George) Bills, all of Readsboro; and son Mark (Wendy) Birch, of Whitingham; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandson George J Bills Jr. on July 28, 2016.
At Bob’s request there will be no services. Memorial gifts may be made to The Berkshire Beagle Club or Windham County Humane Society in care of the Covey Allen & Shea Funeral Home, PO Box 215, Wilmington, VT 05363. Condolence cards may be sent to the Birch Family, PO Box 86, Readsboro, VT 05252. To send personal condolences visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.