Edward J. Farrand

Burlington/Morrisville-Edward J. Farrand, 58, passed away recently at his home in Burlington. He was born June 6, 1956 in Morrisville, the son of James and Ramona Colby Farrand. He was a graduate of Peoples Academy and Champlain College.

Edward was employed at Grand Union and then Hannaford’s in Morrisville where he worked in the seafood department. He later transferred to Hannaford’s in Essex Junction. He spent the last few years caring for his mother until her passing in 2014. Edward was an avid Red Sox fan. He was also a long-time member of AA.

He is survived by his sister, Susan Audy of White River Junction; two nieces, Tammy Audy and Dulcie Gilcrease and 4 great nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, his grandparents, Olga Lawson, George and Lilly Colby and several aunts and uncles.

Edward will be privately interred in the Pleasant View Cemetery in Morrisville. Faith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting faithfh.net.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Edward’s memory may be made to the Howard Center by going to howardcenter.org or by mail to Howard Center Admin., 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401.