Greenfield, , MA – Eleanor Jean (Hewitt) Farnham, 90, of Greenfield, MA, passed peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2026 following a period of declining health at the Greenfield Rehabilitation Center, Greenfield, MA.
Eleanor was born on August 6, 1936, at the former Farren Memorial Hospital to Charles and Jennie (Corey) Hewitt. She attended Bernardston (MA) Public Schools and graduated from the former Powers Institute in Bernardston, MA in 1955.
After High School, she accepted a position with the H. Margoln & Company, Inc., in Brattleboro, VT. She married her husband, James Farnham of Hinsdale, NH on September 15, 1956 and resided in Brattleboro, VT and later moved to Greenfield, MA. Eleanor was employed by the former Franklin Nursing Home for several years. Eleanor was a hardworking, caring, and much loved mother, housewife and friend to all. As a mother, she poured her heart and soul into raising and providing for her family. Eleanor’s greatest joy was her role as a mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband James, of 70 years, their four children: Patricia (Artie), Donna (Jeff), Ann (Ken) and Andrew. In addition, she leaves 3 grandchildren: Leah, Laura and Marshall, and 6 great grandchildren: Olivia, Vivian, Vera, Ophelia, Beau and Hudson, whom she cherished beyond measure. Her eyes would light up in their presence and the special bond she had with each of them will be treasured forever.
Additionally she leaves her sister Esther Shea and her brother Charles Hewitt along with several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Eleanor was pre-deceased by her brother George Hewitt and her sisters Marion Bassett and Helen Rogers with whom she is peacefully reunited.
In keeping with Eleanor’s request for simplicity, she will be laid to rest in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hinsdale, N.H. in a private graveside service. Rev. Mr. Paul DeCarlo, Deacon, of Blessed Trinity Parish, Greenfield, MA will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Eleanor’s memory to the charity of one’s choosing.
McCarthy Funeral Homes of Greenfield and Turners Falls, MA have been entrusted with the arrangements and care of Eleanor and family. Remembrances maybe directed to Eleanor’s Tribute wall @ www.mccarthyfuneralhomes.com
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