Edward “Poppy” Brayen, 70, of North Syracuse, died peacefully at his home on Thursday. He was a US Army veteran serving in Vietnam and a retired bus operator for CENTRO.
Poppy is survived by his children: Melissa L. Ogrodoski of North Syracuse, Craig A. Brayen of Dover, NH, James Reese Jr. of Parish, Kimberly of Pelham, NH and Jennifer of Bradenton, Fl.
He was predeceased by his wife of 23 years, Brenda Goodnough in 2016.
At Edward’s request there will be no calling hours or services.