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Chad Miles Amidon

  • December 7, 1973 - November 2, 2009
  • Brattleboro, Vermont
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“Dear Chad, I knew of your passing, but couldn't bring myself to say something to you until today. You had a short journey on this earth, and I'm glad...Read More » ”
1 of 18 | Posted by: Angela Parry - Fishkill, NY

“I was shocked to find out Chad was gone. Although we hadn't spoken in years, I thought to look for him on Facebook and sadden to find his memorial...Read More » ”
2 of 18 | Posted by: Jennifer McKenzie - Springfield, MA

“My Heart and prayers will be with Chad Family. I am sorry this is late, but I just found out. Chad and I were good friends that worked in Springfield...Read More » ”
3 of 18 | Posted by: Dan Turgeon - Largo, FL

“chad and i went to school together at kurn hattin homes for 4 years. 1984-88. we graduated together and were room mates for 2 years. he was very...Read More » ”
4 of 18 | Posted by: kyle torrey aka ismah al-aziz - MA

“Deepest sympathy from all of us at Kurn Hattin Homes. ”
5 of 18 | Posted by: Kim Fine - Westminster, VT

“Sam & Lori, and all of Chad's family, I just learned about Chad. I am so very sorry for your loss. Take Care and God Bless. Diane (Coughlin)...Read More » ”
6 of 18 | Posted by: Diane (Coughlin) Cecere - Putney, VT

“I met Chad when he was in Kurn Hattin and was very excited that he joined us in High School. I moved far away and lost touch. I am sorry he is no...Read More » ”
7 of 18 | Posted by: Annica Garrett-Summers - LA

“I met Chad when he was in Kurn Hattin and was very excited that he joined us in High School. I moved far away and lost touch. I am sorry he is no...Read More » ”
8 of 18 | Posted by: Annica Garrett-Summers - LA

“Chad and I met at EPNH, after he came out of the LNA class I trained him in the field of care giveing. Chad was a friendly big...HUGE harted man with...Read More » ”
9 of 18 | Posted by: S.Momaney - NH

“Chad,I am deeply saddened by the choice you have made but I respect it. Up until the past couple of years we had been very close you and I, and I am...Read More » ”
10 of 18 | Posted by: Martha Batchelder - Williamstown, VT

“Chad and I met on a school bus our Freshmen year of HS and quickly became the best of friends. We lost touch many years ago and I had searched for...Read More » ”
11 of 18 | Posted by: Sarah Doyle - Stafford Springs, CT

“Chad and I were in the ASL I class together at Austine School, and he and I frequently met together outside of class to practice. I will remember his...Read More » ”
12 of 18 | Posted by: Cathy Hess - Brattleboro, VT

“To the Amidon Family, May each of you find comfort in knowing that God is "near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in...Read More » ”
13 of 18 | Posted by: valerie thompson - VT

“I will always remember the good times that we had when you were young and the few talks that we had as you got older.....I am so proud of all your...Read More » ”
14 of 18 | Posted by: Aunt Gloria and Family - Lecanto, FL

“We were Chad's houseparents at Turrell Cottage at Kurn Hattin. He was such a joy! I spoke with him a few years ago and he was so proud of his...Read More » ”
15 of 18 | Posted by: Kim & Steve Keefe - VT

“I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Chad for a very short time, but we became very close as he helped me through the loss of my 14 year old son...Read More » ”
16 of 18 | Posted by: Tina Paige - Brattleboro, VT

“To Chad's family: I am so sorry to hear of Chad's passing. I only remember him as a baby, he was a cutie then and he became a handsome young man....Read More » ”
17 of 18 | Posted by: Alane Bruce - BRATTLEBORO, VT

“We are sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Chad. We are thinking of you and sending our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. May Chad...Read More » ”
18 of 18 | Posted by: John and Lynn Reinhardt - VT


Brattleboro- Chad Miles Amidon, 35, of High Street, died unexpectedly on Monday, November 2, 2009 at his home. Chad was born in Brattleboro on December 7, 1973, the son of Donald "Sam" and Lea (Benware) Amidon. He was raised and educated in Brattleboro later attending middle school at Kurn Hattin School and Bellows Falls High School. A devoted caregiver, he had been employed as a licensed nursing assistant performing private duty for patients in Chesterfield and previously had worked at Eden Park Nursing Home. Prior to entering the field of healthcare Chad worked in the Springfield, Mass and San Francisco as a veterinarian technician. While in Brattleboro Chad was a volunteer with Brattleboro Area Hospice and had worked in BAH's retail shop, Experienced Goods. He enjoyed traveling, antiques, reading and helping those in need. Chad is survived by his father and step mother, Donald and Lori Amidon of Brookline, his mother, Lea Bunce of Chester, two sisters, Spring Amidon of Omaha, NE and Lisa Mussoni and husband James of Montague, Mass, two twin brothers, Adam and Eric Bunce both of Chester and his paternal grandmother, Marion Amidon of Vernon. Additionally he leaves many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11:00 A.M. at the Atamaniuk Funeral Home. Burial will follow in North Cemetery in Vernon. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Monday from 9 A.M. until the start of the services. Memorial contributions in Chad's name may be made to, Brattleboro Area Hospice, 191 Canal St., Brattleboro, VT. 05301.