Rodney W. Garrand
Home:
Mooers, NY
Date of Death:
January 29, 2010
Age:
85
Birthdate:
October 31, 1924
Place of Birth:
Plattsburgh, NY
Service Information:
Monday, February 01, 2010 10:00 AM St. Joseph's Church, Mooers, NY
Visitation:
Sunday, January 31, 2010 2 to 5pm at Hamilton Funeral Home Inc., Mooers, NY


Rodney W. Garrand
Mooers - Rodney W. Garrand, 85, of Depot Street, Mooers, died Friday, January 29, 2010 at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Plattsburgh, October 31, 1924, the son of Alfonso and Helen (Tulley) Garrand.  Rodney grew up in Mooers and attended Mooers Central School.

He served in the United States Navy during World War II prior to his honorable discharged in 1946. He was an original "Frogman", later to be referred to as the Navy Seals. He saw action in several theaters. He is honored at the Navy Seal Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida. He worked for Ayerst for 42 years prior to retiring in 1989.

Rodney was a member of the VFW Post 1418 in Champlain and SACO.

He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, working on snowmobiles, small engine mechanic, inventing, making maple syrup and fabricating. He also enjoyed spending time with his special friend Clifton "Cliffy" Higgins.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Mary Ellen (LeClaire) Garrand, whom he married July 2, 1949 at St. Mary's Church in Champlain by Rev. Gilbert Foucher; children, Cindy Alger and her husband Wayne of Schenectady, Robert Garrand and his wife Diane of Mooers, and Alisa Barcomb and her husband Lee of Rouses Point; grandchildren, Nichole Manor and her husband Trampas of Florida, Heather Garrand of Rochester, Kari Garrand of Mooers, Katrina Garrand of Mooers, Andrew Barcomb and fiance, Bethany LaValley of Rouses Point, and Amanda Barcomb of Rouses Point; siblings, Arlan Garrand of Mooers, and Joan Tetreault of Plattsburgh; two sisters-in-law, Anita Garrand of Mooers, and Rita Garrand of Mooers; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; his granddaughter, Danyel Alger; two brothers, Wayne Garrand, and Warren Garrand; one brother-in-law, Wendell Tetreault; and one sister-in-law, Luella Garrand.

Calling hours will be Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2 to 5pm at the Hamilton Funeral Home, 793 Gilbert Road, Mooers. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, February 1, 2010 at 10am at St. Joseph's Church in Mooers with Rev. Gilbert Menard, retired, celebrating. Burial and full military honors will be in the spring in St. Joseph's cemetery.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Arthritis Foundation.

Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 793 Gilbert Road, Mooers.

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Mark Garrand January 30, 2010
Uncle Rodney, I will always remember your witty sense of humor and all the advice and help you gave me. When I lived at the farm house, you helped me with some projects alongside my father. I will always cherish those memories. We had so much fun. What great memories of Depot Street as a child. You will be forever missed. Love, Mark Garrand

Kevin Garrand January 30, 2010
Uncle Rodney, Thanks for helping me get out of the drainage culvert across the road, when I got stuck trying to crawl through it, about 40 years ago. Thanks for the trips to the races at Thunder Road in your little green Volkswagon Beetle, and the stories you told. You were always fun to be with. Mary Ellen, Lisa, Bob and Cindy -- Condolences & respects from Kevin & Doris Garrand.

Rev. Terry R. LaValley January 30, 2010
Dear Mrs. Garrand & Family, I was sorry to learn of Rodney's death. My mother and family have such fond memories of my father & Rodney, and life at Ayerst. Please know that you are all in my prayers. I will remember Rodney at Masses this weekend at the Cathedral here in Ogdensburg. May he rest in peace.

carmen aubrey January 30, 2010
Alisa,Bob and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Jeff&Carmen Aubrey

Barbara Southwick January 30, 2010
Mary Ellen, My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. My condolences to you and your family. Love, Barbara

Jonathan Tetreault January 31, 2010
Aunt Mary Ellen, Cindy, Bob, and Lisa, I have good memories of Uncle Rodney from when I was younger - like when he took me in his truck to see the buffalo on the Miner Road. I'll never forget his friendly, jovial conversations with me (and hearing about practical jokes he played). My thoughts are with you now. Love, Jonathan (Indianapolis, IN)

Julie Lafountain January 31, 2010
Aunty Mary, Cindy, Bobby and Lisa, memories will always be kept with you to make you smile in times like these.

Joan Garrand Tetreault January 31, 2010
To all my family next door, I love you all and know what your going through and been there and your not alone. God Bless all of you, it really hurts and time doesn't heal all things, just makes us closer to our term on this earth. Love you all, Joan

Colin & Hope Wall & family January 31, 2010
Our greatest sympathies are with you during this very difficult time.

Marguerite Amsden January 31, 2010
Sorry for your loss.Rodney will truley will be missed. I will always remember his storys he told me.especilay the ones about his loveing family. miss u RODNEY!

Scott and Carol Garrand February 1, 2010
Dear Aunt Mary, Cindy, Bob and Alisa: Carol and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Rodney and wish you all peace and comfort at this difficult time. We will always cherish our memories of Uncle Rodney.

Janice Sargeant February 2, 2010
MaryEllen, So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. Love, Janice

Chris & Sheila Babbie February 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow