Richard D. “Chip” Quadri, aged 67, of Westfield, NY, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, following an extended illness.

Chip was born and raised in Erie, PA where he attended Cathedral Preparatory School. Upon graduation, he studied at Columbia University (Class of ‘81), where he earned his bachelor’s degree, and later earned his master’s degree in education from SUNY Fredonia. He began his career with the U.S. Geological Survey in Boston, Massachusetts. After moving to Westfield, Chip started a new career as a teacher at Westfield Academy and Central School, where he spent many years sharing his love of learning.

He enjoyed gardening, hiking, following the New York Mets and cooking meals for his family and friends. An avid reader and a natural storyteller, Chip enjoyed sharing his experiences with others. Throughout his life, he nurtured deep, enduring friendships wherever he lived.

Chip is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Claire (Garrison) Quadri and by his two sons and their families: Jamie Quadri, his wife Elara Willett and their children Afton and Arden of Minneapolis, MN, and Dan Quadri and his wife Hannah Dewhirst of Lexington, KY. Other survivors include his sister Denise Quadri of Erie, PA, his sister Donna Quadri-Felitti and her husband Pat Felitti of State College, PA; his stepmother, Fran Quadri of Erie, PA; his stepbrother, Vincent Halupczynski and his wife Ann (Lorei) Halupczynski of Erie, PA; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard J. Quadri and Joyce (Illig) Quadri.

Chip will be remembered for his big personality, his big laugh, and his big heart.

A celebration of life will be held in the spring.

Memorial donations can be made to the Patterson Library (40 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY)

To leave a remembrance or to post condolences to the family, please visit freayfuneralhome.com