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EDWARD VILLARD Obituary

VILLARD, Edward J. Retired Milton PD, passed away, February 26. Beloved husband of the late Maura J. (Donovan). Father of Edward L. Villard and his wife, Sarah of Medway and Ryan W. Villard and his wife, Kaitlin of Milton. Son of the late Edward M. Villard, MPD, and Geraldine (Mulligan) Villard. Brother of Katherine Doyle and her husband Stephen of Weymouth and Jean Stapleton and her husband Matthew of Dedham. Grandfather of Jackson and Emma Villard of Medway. Visiting Hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., Milton, Thursday, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Mass at St. Agatha Church, Milton, Friday morning, at 10:00. Burial in Milton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Faustman Lab at Mass General Hospital at www.faustmanlab.org

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1, 2023.

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Katherine Doyle

March 20, 2023

Thank you for all the kind words and pictures. Ed was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. He made life brighter and our memories of him will bring us comfort and peace.
Kathy Villard Doyle

Amy Boughan

March 3, 2023

Eddie, Ryan, Kathy & Jean, The world has lost one of the kindest, funniest and loving man. Ed will remain in my heart & prayers. He was a man who made a difference in,so many, lives. He was one of a kind. I am blessed to have loved him and have many wonderful memories. Thinking of your famiky & keeping all of you in my prayers.
Amy

Patty Gannon

March 2, 2023

Eddie and Ryan and family,
Our deepest sympathy,
Patty Gannon

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Leo and Joan Dunphy

March 1, 2023

Our sincere sympathy to Kathy and Jean and Eddie's family. Having known him for many years as a neighbor,friend and just a good person, we were saddened to hear of his passing. He was our 'eyes and ears' while raising our family and we owe him a debt of gratitude. Rest in peace, Eddie!

Patty Horigan

March 1, 2023

Villard Family, I am so sorry to hear of Eddie´s passing. I have fond memories of Ed, his heart was as big as his smile.
Wishing you peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and your families.
Patty Horigan

Juli Creedon

February 28, 2023

Juli Creedon

February 28, 2023

Juli Creedon

February 28, 2023

Juli Creedon

February 28, 2023

Juli Creedon

February 28, 2023

Eddie you will be missed

Bill and Mary Ann McGreal

February 28, 2023

Dear Eddie, Ryan and Family,
We are sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brian Lynch

February 28, 2023

Thanks Ed for your dedicated service to the Town of Milton. We remember when you "took care" of a rabid raccoon in our backyard. Eternal rest to one of the good guys. The Chesterfield Lynches.

Dick Harrington and family

February 28, 2023

Villard Family, Extending our sympathies on your loss. Eddie will certainly be missed.

Bill Ferrara

February 28, 2023

So sorry for your loss Villard Family

Audrey "Gerber" Cohen

February 28, 2023

Villard family,
My condolence's. Eddie's lived behind me in Milton on Gibbons Street for over 30 years. We grew up together and he was always there for you! Shine Bright as the Gates will open for you in Heaven! On behalf of the Gerber Family we're so very sorry for your loss.
Audrey
Foxboro, Ma

BettyLou Ridge

February 27, 2023

We are so sorry for the loss of Ed. He was always kept us laughing, and watch over us. Ed take care, say hi to Maura for us. Your friends BettyLou and Kieran Ridge Bridgewater, Ma.

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