Richard S. Amidon passed away at his son and daughter-in-law's home in Waterford, Vt., Sunday morning, Sept. 16, 2007, at the age of 62. He was born Jan. 9, 1945, in St. Johnsbury, Vt. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank W. and Caroline (Scott) Amidon. Richard had been living in Wilmington, N.C., for the past several years. He was employed at Bry-Cam Truck Fleet Service as a truck mechanic. He was a big NASCAR fan and would definitely be found on the weekends at the local racetracks. For the past four months while he was sick, he lived at Justin and Krystal's home in Waterford. He is survived by his children and their families, Tricia Augeri, husband Dan and her children Seth, Timothy, Kyle, Andrew and coming soon, Keriann of Danville, Vt.; Jason Amidon and Stephanie Gochie and Brandon of Concord, Vt.; Justin Amidon and wife Krystal; Jennifer Amidon and Shane Altieri of Waterford; and Nick Clich? of Portland, Maine; his brother Dennison Amidon of St. Johnsbury; sister Nancy Burgess and husband Steve of Lyndonville, Vt.; and several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to his close friends who supported him during his illness, Robert and Bonnie Ailes and family, Bernard Boulay and family, Linda Vail, Brennon and Stephanie Melen and family, Jennifer Buck and family and Brian Bryant. Family and friends will gather at the Sayles Funeral Home this Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. to share stories and memories. His cremated remains will be buried in his parents' lot at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.