AGAWAM – Edwin L. Damon, 95, entered into eternal rest at his home on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Born in Ilion, New York, he was son of the late Glen and Florence (Zirbel) Damon.
He served in the US Army during WWII in North Africa. Edwin moved to Agawam, MA in 1948 with his late wife Phyllis. He was a hardworking entrepreneur who founded Witch Equipment in 1960 and continued to have an active presence in the company throughout his life. As a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church he served on numerous committees. He had an avid interest in education and technology and he was an enthusiastic stock trader. Edwin’s greatest passion in life was his family. He was a loyal friend and was genuinely interested in learning about the lives of those he met. He always loved to exchange stories and touched the hearts of many people throughout his life.
He joins his wife, Phyllis B. (Bemis) Damon who passed away in 2011. He leaves two sons, Dr. E. Steven Damon and his wife, Sheryl Damon of Suffield, Craig A. Damon and his wife Donna Damon of Southwick; a sister, Jean Kull of Old Forge, NY; seven grandchildren, Courtney Coty, Russell Nash, Angela Kisiel, Susan Damon, James Damon, Amy Damon, Christina Damon, and seven great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be Friday at 8:45 a.m. from the Agawam Funeral Home, 184 Main Street with a Service at the Agawam First Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. The burial will follow in Agawam Center Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday 4:00-7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, 760 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001.
