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PAUL FRANCIS
FARRAND
AGE: 77 HILLSBOROUGH
Paul Francis Farrand, 77, died peacefully on Sunday, February 14, 2010 at his home with his family by his side. Born in Winthrop, Massachusetts, he was the son of Lillian (Jacobs) Farrand and Frederick W.E. Farrand. He resided most of his life in Framingham, MA before moving to Hillsborough, NJ in 2001. In Framingham, he was active in local politics, served as an elected Town Meeting member, elected Planning Board member and Chairman during the 1970s. Mr. Farrand served in the U.S. Navy as a Lieutenant and is a veteran of the Korean War. Paul spent most of his career in Sales and Sales Training for several large corporations. His true passion was teaching and he was a faculty member at Framingham State College (MA) and Raritan Valley College (NJ). Paul was a kind and gentle person. He was a voracious reader, loved history and was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox. Most recently, Paul enjoyed spending time teaching English to his good friend, Fan. Paul was a graduate of Boston College High School, Tufts University and Northeastern University MBA program.
Paul met his beloved wife of 49 years, Elaine Hayden Farrand, when he was 11 and she was 3. Years later, they fell in love and married in 1960. In addition to Elaine, he is survived by his loving children and their spouses, Tricia (Farrand) and Ron Kordalski of Neshanic Station, NJ; Paul G. Farrand and Julie Kalkowski of Omaha, NE; Christine Farrand of Linden, NJ and Juliane (Farrand) and Nikolai Bahram of Scotts Valley, CA; six grandchildren: Lauren & Charles Kordalski, Maureen & Emma Farrand, Alexander and André Bahram, his brother Richard of Bradenton, Florida, dear-in laws, Dr. Joseph & Betty Lou Hayden of Corinth, TX and Fr. Ted Hayden of Liberia, Africa. He is preceded in death by his brothers Mr. Edison Farrand, Mr. William Farrand and Dr. Robert Farrand. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
A memorial gathering will be held at Hillsborough Funeral Home on Thursday, February 18th from 5-8pm. A memorial Mass will be held at Mary Mother of God Catholic Church on Friday, February 19th at 10:00AM. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to the Society of African Missions (SMA) Liberian Scholarship Fund, 23 Bliss Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670.
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Memories and Condolences
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Christine OBrien
April 1, 2010
Dear Elaine and family, My deepest sympathy on Paul's death. I pray that God gives you all the strength and love you need to get through this difficult time. Christine OBrien
Janet Thomas McEnanly
February 20, 2010
Dear Elaine and family, I will always remember Paul for his strong faith and his deep love for his family and his funny sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Janney, Tom, Daniel and William
Ray and Tina Vermette
February 19, 2010
Dear Elaine, We were saddened to learn of Paul's passing. Our memories of him are many and special. We enjoyed our many bridge games and especially all the sharing we did as fellow members of PreCana at St. Bridget. You and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time. Tina and Ray Vermette
Jennifer L.
February 18, 2010
Elaine and family, my deepest sympathy on your loss of Paul. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Tara Taglianetti-Chambers
February 18, 2010
Elaine and family my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of Paul I know he will surely be missed. I will keep you all in my thoughts.
February 18, 2010
Dear Elaine,
So sorry to hear of Paul's death.
Our hearts and prayers are right there with you at this time.
May your faith and love of God keep you strong through this difficult time.
Special thoughts and lots of love to you Julie. You will always have a place in our hearts. Know that your Dad will always be with you in Spirit and give you strength as well.
We will remember all the Farrand family in the days and months to come.
God Bless!
Paula & Dan Moriarty
Sandra Leah
February 17, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Pauline Doherty
February 17, 2010
Dear Elaine and family, My sincerest sympathy to you all for the loss of your wonderful husband and dad. I will never forget when he decided to run for the planning board in Framingham. ( right in my living room !) I will always treasure the friendship we had when you lived here. May the cherished memories and your faith sustain you in these difficult times. Sending love, hugs, and prayers, Pauline Doherty
Jeanne Flecca
February 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Natalie Morris
February 17, 2010
Dear Elaine and Family,
We were saddened to learn of Paul's passing. Paul was a wonderful person and he will be truly missed by so many.
Please know if you need anything, we will be there for you. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
We hope the memories of Paul will comfort you in the days to come.
Love,
Mary, Natalie & Elizabeth Morris
Arthur Bagley
February 17, 2010
My sympathy goes out to the entire Farrand Family. I will always remember Mr. Farrand for his kindness, love for his family, unassuming nature, and his passion for horticulture (orchids). Thanks for always making me feel welcome in your home. He was a great person and will be missed by many.
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