Sunday, February 25, 2018 6:57 am

FARMINGTON - Chip" Arthur S. Cardinal Jr., age 44, of Route 11 in Farmington has passed too soon on February 21, 2018.

Born March 27, 1973, son of Arthur S. Cardinal Sr. and Bonnie L. (Woodside) Cardinal. Raised in New Durham, NH and graduate of Kingswood Regional High School. He attended UNH. A resident of Farmington for over 20 years.

Chip and his father owned and operated the family business, S. Cardinal & Sons for many years in Farmington.

To take a walk in the woods was a breath of fresh air for him. Chip was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved to share his passion with his nieces and nephews. He would jump at the opportunity to share the wonders of the outdoors with any child. Sept 15 opening day of archery was his Christmas.

He had a big heart and would help anyone. He especially loved working with and teaching children. He was a mentor and role model to many kids. He had the patience of a saint. His laugh and smart-assery can still be heard.

Anyone who knew Chip knew he was a problem solver and thrived upon the challenge to create a solution. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, golfing (member of the Farmington Country Club), making beautiful birthday cakes for family that were pieces of art were his favorite past times.

Chip's Family includes: his loving daughter Sydney T. Cardinal with former wife Siobhan M. Cardinal, his father Arthur S. Cardinal Sr. and wife Donna, 1 sister Julianne L. Cardinal and significant other Chuck Acevedo, 2 brothers Wil C. and wife Tonia Cardinal and Samuel J. Cardinal and significant other Jamie Smith, 1 uncle, 3 aunts, several cousins, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his mother Bonnie Cardinal in 2000. He is already missed by is family and friends.