Thomas

Farrington

Thomas Mark Farrington, 79, of Williston, Vermont, passed away on November 12, 2026, at the University of Vermont Medical Center, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 17, 1947, to David and Priscilla Farrington.

Tom attended Burlington High School. He went on to a long career and retired from Lockheed Martin as a Quality Engineer. That work suited him well. Whatever Tom took on, for work or pleasure, he tried to do it perfectly.

Tom had a great love of music. In his younger days he played drums in a band, and later in life you could find him singing karaoke every week. He also enjoyed bowling and shooting a game of billiards. He loved a good joke, and he loved a good scare even more. Family and friends learned to watch their backs, because Tom never missed a chance to sneak up on someone for a laugh.

More than anything, Tom was proud of his children and everything they achieved.

He leaves behind his special friend, Mary O'Brien, whom he loved very much. He is survived by his children: Tom Farrington (Theresa), Paul Gaboriault (Amy), Laurie Vinik (Mike), Michelle Jollie (Tracy), Phillip Derouchie (Theresa), Jamie Derouchie, Mark Farrington, Scott Farrington (Kimberly), and Krisie Farrington (Adam); several grandchildren; his brothers David Farrington, Albert Farrington, and James Farrington; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his Parents David and Priscilla Farrington and sisters, Theresa Eldred and Maureen Farrington.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Mary, Jim, and Diane for getting Tom out and about and for enriching his final years.

Calling hours will be held at Corbin & Palmer Funeral Home in Essex Junction on Thursday, November 19, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 20, at 12:00 p.m at the funeral home with reception to follow.