Mary A. Farnham

Mary Ann Farnham, 80, of Pine Plains, passed away comfortably with her family by her side at home, on September 25, 2024. She was born in Pleasant Valley, on November 08, 1943, the daughter of John and Mildred (Thorpe) Gardner. Mary worked in banking and was a teller for many years. Starting out at Dutchess Bank on Main Street in Poughkeepsie and eventually making her way to Millerton. Where she worked for Rhinebeck Savings Bank before going to work at Trotta’s in Millerton & Sharon prior to retiring. On July 22, 1962 at Pine Plains Presbyterian Church she married Webster Farnham. Together they settled just outside of town in Pulvers Corners and raised their family. Mary enjoyed crocheting, knitting and gardening. She loved being home and enjoying their property.

Mary is survived by her devoted husband, Webster. Her two loving children, David (Anna) Farnham, of Texas and Kevin Farnham, of Torrington and her grandson, Preston Farnham, also of Texas.

In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her siblings, Patty Smith, Thelma Lonsberry and Johnny Gardner.

Private services for family will be held in Otis Cemetery, in Massachusetts.