Obituary for Edward Francis Richmond
Edward Francis Richmond, 77, of Franklin, formerly of Long Island, New York passed away on August 30, 2022. He was born in Patchogue, New York on May 27, 1945, to the late Raymond and Mildred Richmond.
Mr. Richmond retired from the New York City School system where he worked many years. He also gardened had a produce stand in Long Island. He also worked as a clammer and fisherman while living in New York. He and his wife moved to Otto, North Carolina in 2001. Upon moving he worked with the Rabun County School System for several years. His love of gardening continued and was a favorite hobby. He was also an avid reader. Most of all he was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Edward is survived by his wife, Patricia, of 57 years. In addition, he is survived by four children, Lisa Dillon, Eddie Richmond, Esther Peters, and Ray Richmond; one granddaughter. Rebecca Dillon; one brother, Ray Richmond and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be held on Friday, September 2, 2022 at Macon Funeral Home at 2:00pm. Pastor Burtt Johnson will officiate. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm until 2:00pm prior to the service.
Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.
Macon funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Richmond retired from the New York City School system where he worked many years. He also gardened had a produce stand in Long Island. He also worked as a clammer and fisherman while living in New York. He and his wife moved to Otto, North Carolina in 2001. Upon moving he worked with the Rabun County School System for several years. His love of gardening continued and was a favorite hobby. He was also an avid reader. Most of all he was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Edward is survived by his wife, Patricia, of 57 years. In addition, he is survived by four children, Lisa Dillon, Eddie Richmond, Esther Peters, and Ray Richmond; one granddaughter. Rebecca Dillon; one brother, Ray Richmond and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be held on Friday, September 2, 2022 at Macon Funeral Home at 2:00pm. Pastor Burtt Johnson will officiate. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm until 2:00pm prior to the service.
Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.
Macon funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.