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Edward G. Tidd

  • January 29, 1925 - December 21, 2011
  • Charlestown, New Hampshire
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“I have fond memories of Ed, he was always very kind and helpful to my family. Ed was so predictable with his daily routine that for me it gave me...Read More » ”
1 of 10 | Posted by: Karlene Pollner ( Lumbra ) - VT

“I remember when I was little and grandma and grandpa would come to visit. I always got so excited! I will remember your smile the most grandpa and...Read More » ”
2 of 10 | Posted by: Jarred, Amy, Xavier, Aiden and Conner Wood - VT

“From doing the dishes to walking the dog, helping us with construction jobs, or cutting cucumbers, you were always there to give a hand, rest now our...Read More » ”
3 of 10 | Posted by: Donnie and Madeline - Richford, VT

“I have enjoyed many good conversations with ED. He was a fine man and a good friend. You are in my prayers, Barb. ”
4 of 10 | Posted by: Jane McCormick - Princeton, KY

“We have fond memories of Ed whistling, doing the dishes, making wonderful meals at the Club and always puttering around. May he rest in everlasting...Read More » ”
5 of 10 | Posted by: Pepper & Sandy Wetherby - NY

“Barb - Please accept our sincere condolences - Bud and Barb Rau ”
6 of 10 | Posted by: Barbara Rau - Winter Haven, FL

“So saddened to have Grandpa leave us. May he rest peacefully in heaven. I can hear him whistling now as he always did while washing the dishes. ...Read More » ”
7 of 10 | Posted by: Amanda (Desautels) McDannell - PA

“The bravest man I ever knew! My Hero, Grandfather and Godfather. I miss you terribly Grampa! ”
8 of 10 | Posted by: christie parker - Concord, NH

“Uncle Ed, I think of all the fond memories at the camp (as we called it) sitting by the many campfires, hiking the mountain,the gardens,and the...Read More » ”
9 of 10 | Posted by: Joanne Condosta - NH

“Dear Joel & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless, David & Shirley Emery ”
10 of 10 | Posted by: David & Shirley (Tkaczyk) Emery - VT


Charlestown, NH - Edward George Tidd, 86, of Hastings Court in Charlestown, a former resident of Westminster, died peacefully Wednesday evening, December 21, 2011 at his home. Mr. Tidd was born in Westfield, Mass on January 29, 1925 the son of James and Margaret (Parker) Tidd. He was raised and educated in Bellows Falls where he attended public schools. A proud veteran of World War II he served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps stationed in the Pacific Theater of Operation and following his honorable discharge from active service returned to Brattleboro. He had been employed for many years at the former BookPress in Brattleboro and later worked in the maintenance department at the Austine School in Brattleboro. Mr. Tidd was a member of the American Legion, Brattleboro Post #5, V.F.W. Carl M. Dessaint Post #1034 and held membership in the F.O. Eagles, Brattleboro Aerie #2445. Of his pastimes and interests he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and tinkering around his home. On March 15, 1975 in Guilford he was married to Barbara (Snider) Wetherby who survives. Besides his wife of 36 years he leaves, one son, David Tidd, two daughters Brenda Breslend and Sandra Hebert, five stepchildren, Ginger Desautels, Pepper Wetherby, Donald Wetherby, Susan Clark and Gary Wetherby, three brothers, Joel Tidd, Michael Tidd and Robert Tidd, two sisters, Bea Bartlett and Rosey Deluco, 14 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son, Donald Tidd and two brothers, James Tidd and Harold Tidd. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 A.M. at Saint Michael's Catholic Church with the Very Rev. Richard O'Donnell, pastor, celebrant. A reception will follow the Mass to be held at the F.O. Eagles Club on Chickering Drive. Burial with full military honors will be in Westminster Cemetery. Friends may call at the Atamaniuk Funeral Home on Tuesday from 7 to 9 P.M. Memorial contributions in Mr. Tidd's name may be made to The Windham County Humane Society, PO Box 397, Brattleboro, VT 05302.