Richard L. Stanley Jr.

Sanbornville – Richard L. Stanley, Jr., 60, passed away Tuesday November 19, 2024, at his home following a lifelong struggle with alcoholism. Born April 29, 1964, in Lowell, MA, he was the son of the late Richard and Estelle (Vigeant) Stanley, Sr. He grew up in Chelmsford, Massachusetts and graduated from Chelmsford High School in 1982. He developed long-lasting friendships in his hometown and especially enjoyed riding his motorcycle with the “Manning Road crew.” Richard moved to Dracut to start his family with his first wife Michelle, then to New Hampshire where he became part-owner of Wit-Way Supply Inc. in Rochester. He loved New Hampshire and in his free time, he enjoyed fishing and boating, especially on Lake Winnipesaukee with his son, Corey. He was also fond of cooking, he was an avid reader, and getting with the times, he thoroughly enjoyed listening to Podcasts, particularly historical ones. Richard also loved spending time with his dogs and his wife Alena swimming at Balch Lake in Wakefield....