Harold J. Farden

Harold J. Farden, 92, of Sterling, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Oswego Hospital.

Born on December 18, 1933, in Oswego, Harold was the son of the late William and Violet (Simmons) Farden. His education began in a one-room schoolhouse in North Sterling before continuing to Hannibal High School, where he graduated in 1951. Following graduation, he proudly served in the U.S. Army. After completing his military service, he earned an associate degree from Broome Community College in 1958.

Harold went on to build a successful career in engineering, spending 16 years at Seneca Falls Machine Company and another 12 years at New Process Gear. His dedication and hard work allowed him to retire at the age of 55, giving him and his beloved wife, Sally, many wonderful years to enjoy winters in Florida.

During his retirement, Harold continued serving his community as the Sterling Town Supervisor, a position he held for six years. Throughout his life, he also had a remarkable talent for creating and inventing things. He never ceased to amaze his family and friends with his clever ideas and inventions.

Harold especially treasured time spent with his family at his home on Farden Road, where he lived for 80 years. One of his greatest sources of pride was knowing that six generations of his family have now made their home on Farden Road, continuing a legacy that meant so much to him.

Harold was predeceased by his beloved wife of 62 years, Sally A. Farden, and his brother, Donald Farden.

He is survived by his four children: Donna Lindner of Baldwinsville; Jack (Connie) Farden of Fulton; Rhonda (Frank) Koskowski of Sterling; and Lisa (John) June of Sterling. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, all of whom will cherish his memory.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 16, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 931 Cayuga Street, Hannibal. Burial will follow at St. Peter's Cemetery in Oswego.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Harold's memory to the Sterling Nature Center at https://www.thefriendsofthesterlingnaturecenter.com/

Foster Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.