Edward B. Corliss "Ed", age 86, of Woodstock VT, formerly of Ticonderoga NY,  passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 15, 1939, in Bristol VT, Ed carried with him the values of hard work and devotion to his family.

He built his life in Ticonderoga NY, where he raised his family and became a steady, dependable presence in his community.

Ed was blessed with a loving marriage of 63 years to his wife, Kathleen (Kit) Corliss.  Together they nurtured a home filled with warmth, shared laughter, and adventure.

An avid outdoors enthusiast, Ed loved skiing with family, fishing in Lake George, hunting, and playing golf with his many friends.

Ed's greatest joy was the people he loved, and his life was defined by his deep commitment to his family, his quiet strength, and his unwavering kindness. Whether through his guidance, his steady support, or simply his presence, he left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

For more than 30 years, Ed dedicated himself to his career at International Paper, where he was respected for his strong work ethic, reliability, and quiet integrity.

In later years, he returned to Vermont, when he and Kit moved to Woodstock to be close to their family, especially their wonderful grandchildren.

Ed was predeceased by his parents and his four siblings.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Kit, whose partnership and love were the cornerstone of his life. Ed is also survived by his three children Kimberly (Scott) Smith of Woodstock VT, Alan (Cathy) Corliss of Canoa Ecuador, and Patricia (Jared) Eames of Woodstock VT ; his seven grandchildren, whom he adored, Britni, Kyrstin, and Cooper Corliss, Allison and Spencer Smith,  Caitlin and Hannah Eames; as well as three great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him immense pride and happiness.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses of Mount Ascutney Hospital for their compassionate care and kindness, especially the nurses who provided such comfort during his time in hospice care.

A memorial service to celebrate Ed's life will be held in June in Ticonderoga NY to honor his years there and allow family and friends to gather in remembrance.

An on-line guestbook can be found at cabotfh.com