Leo "Lee" A. Farley

Leo A. “Lee” Farley, 83, died Oct. 7, 2020 at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Calais, ME, Sept. 21, 1937, son of Elden and Nancy G. (Ireland) Farley.

Lee was a 1955 graduate of Dennysville High School in ME.

He was a US Air Force Veteran.

Lee was employed by Pan American Airlines in New York. He and his wife, Nancy moved to East Wallingford VT. and started Farley Florist Supply. He retired from General Electric Co in 1996.

Lee and his wife, Nancy spent winters in Myrtle Beach, SC.

He was a member of St. Patricks Church in Wallingford, Rutland American Legion Post 31, Rutland VFW and a 4 ^th Degree member of K of C.

Leo loved to talk to just about anyone. He was an avid joke and storyteller. He lived, optimistically, hoping to win big on his favorite hobby scratch off tickets. He was a true Farley, enjoying every meal, his favorite being hot dogs. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He had a very generous heart and could always be counted on to help others.

Surviving are 3 daughters, Nancy Ann Downing of North Clarendon, Patricia Ann Daly of East Wallingford and Lee Ann Denno of East Wallingford; 5 grandchildren, Jessica Pelerin, Michael C. Daly, Jennifer Ann Buffum, Gregory R. Downing and Evan L. Farley; several great grandchildren; a close nephew, Larry Dudley of Summerville, S.C.; nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Nancy (Giovanniello) Farley on May 15, 2004 and 3 siblings, Dana Farley, Waldo Farley and Latina Dudley.

A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am Tuesday Oct. 13, 2020 in Christ the King Church. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in East Wallingford.

Memorial contributions may be made to Rutland County Humane Society, Stevens Rd., Pittsford, VT 05763.

Arrangements are by the Clifford Funeral Home.