It is with love and sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin John Vermilyea, affectionately known as Dad, Uncle Ed, Poppy, and “George” at the age of 92. He passed away peacefully at Mountainside Care Center in Margaretville, NY. Born July 21, 1933, in Dry Brook (Arkville), New York. A lifelong resident of the Catskills, Ed built a life rooted in family, community, country, and the beauty of the outdoors. Ed grew up enjoying hunting and fishing in the creeks and mountains around Delaware County. He graduated from high school in 1952 in Margaretville, NY. He served in the US Army as a tank radio man from 1952 to 1954. Back home, he met Janet Ruth Taylor from Canada Hollow and married his beloved wife on July 13, 1958. They were married for 60 years, and raised 2 great children, John and Vicky.
Family was so important to Ed and Janet; together, they delighted in spending quality time with their children’s families and their grandchildren through the years. They attended and cheered on their sporting events and school activities. Sharing family traditions was also important; activities such as rooting forthe New York Mets, playing cards/games, camping,
gardening, fishing and hunting, cutting wood, canning, baking, and sewing were among the joys of grandparenting. To his nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends, Ed was a steady presence during family gatherings and game nights, a source for a good joke and storytelling.
Deeply engaged in his community, Ed and Janet cheered on Margaretville Central School sports through the years. Ed worked forIBM in Kingston, NY, and traveled around the country for his job. Upon retirement, they took their love of camping down south and enjoyed being “snow birds” for several years. Ed was involved in the Grange and the Advent Christian Church. He was the fire commissioner at the Arkville fire department for several years.
Ed is survived by his son, John (wife, Elizabeth) Vermilyea, and daughter, Vicky (husband, Kelly) Jones, and his two grandchildren, Taylor and Jacob Vermilyea. Mr. Ed will be missed by two special boys, Kristopher and Ryan. Along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his wife, Janet Ruth Vermilyea, his sister Lois, his sister-in-law, and his brother-in-laws. His legacy lives on in the memories he created, the love of the Catskills, and the love of community with family and friends, his stories, and more.
Calling hours and a celebration of Ed’s life will be held on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, from 10 am - 12 pm at Hynes Funeral Home (48 Walnut St., Margaretville, NY 12455), with a graveside service to follow at Andes Cemetery from 12:30 pm- 1 pm, for close family and friends.
Ed was known to many throughout the surrounding community and area. His family would like to extend their deepest gratitude and thank you to those who shared in knowing and loving Ed, as we do! Also, a big thank you to the staff and residents at Mountainside Residential Care Center, who made Ed’s stay comfortable during his time in your care. In place of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Ed’s name to Mountainside Residential Center in Margaretville, NY, and to the Arkville Fire Department.
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