Edwin L. Carrington

Edwin L. Carrington, 92, passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Westfield MA to the late Edwin G. and Helen F. (Williams) Carrington. Edwin proudly served his country during the Korean War from 1952-1956. He was a member of the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans and the Chester Historical Society. He loved history, reading, hunting, fishing and gardening, and was happiest working on his farm. “Eddie” can be remembered for his picture perfect garden at his home, managing it in those blue coveralls and straw hat, volunteering for each and every church supper in town, always with a smile, riding his bike to work every day at the emery plant, lunchbox attached. Ed was very knowledgeable about local history and one of his most favorite things was for people to stop by, say hello, and trade stories about the way “it used to be”. He knew everything about the history of the town of Chester and loved to tell you about it.  Even if you couldn’t see him in crowds, you could hear him telling stories, with his voice surpassing many around him. In lieu of thank you, his famous words when gifted food were “best I ever had”.   He much enjoyed assisting the historical society with literature and knowledge of Chester’s history, as he spent all of his adult life there. Edwin is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Lora J. (Sanderson) Carrington, a sister, Roberta Small of Huntington, his children, Guy F. Carrington and wife Brenda of Guilford, VT., grandchildren Ashley Poirier and Chase Carrington, Janie L. Cortis and husband Philip of Westfield MA, granddaughters Hope and Lora Cortis and Steven J. Carrington of Tolland MA, and grandsons Brian and John Carrington and seven cherished great grandchildren. A private Burial was held with Military Honors in Pine Hill Cemetery, Chester on Nov. 25. Donations in Edwin’s name may be directed to the Chester Historical Society, 15 Middlefield Rd. Chester or to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Firtion Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad St. Westfield, MA 01085. www.firtionadams.com

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