FULTON, NY – Edward A. Williamson, 79, of Granby, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.
He had worked as a project manager for the Congel Pyramid Companies, building shopping malls, and Central City Roofing.
Ed owned and operated E. A. Williamson Roofing in Syracuse and Grey Oaks Farm, where he trained and boarded horses.
He served as town of Granby Supervisor for 10 years, completing his term on December 31, 2017.
Ed was the chairman of the Lake Neatahwanta Revitalization Project and a former member of the Granby Center United Methodist Church.
The son of the late, Edward and Elsie Holmes Williamson, he was predeceased by two half-brothers, James and George Little.
Surviving are his sisters, Cynthia (Lou) Castaldo of Oswego, Claudia (Ron) Prior of Oswego and Jennifer (Dave) Malone of Hannibal; many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and cousins.
Calling hours will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay St., Fulton.
Graveside services will be held in the spring at Fairdale Rural Cemetery, Hannibal.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.
Foster Funeral Home, Inc.
www.fosterfuneralhome.com
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It’s hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing Eddie was a special part of a well-lived life. Through the years I have thought of you teaching me to ride your treasured stallion, Ramsey, causing smiles and great memories. God Bless you.
HAVE KNOWN ED SINCE HIGH SCHOOL, ALWAYS A GOOD FRIEND, VERY HELPFUL WHEN NEEDED. KNEW HIS MOM & DAD. SUCH A NICE FAMILY.
WILL MISS THE ” POLITICAL CHATS”. THE SMILE. R.I.P. ED?
We send our deepest sympathy on Ed’s passing. He was very passionate about serving the people of Granby. Ed’s family and many friends will be in our thoughts and prayers.
A good friend who always was looking out for the people of his beloved community of Granby . He was a good person to help find funding for so many projects .He always had a smile for the kids at the family days in summer . He and I often discussed how to get things done in our neighboring Towns and always had good points .I will miss him as will so many others