Harriett Schaffer Brainard Obituary
The family announces the passing of Harriett Schaffer Brainard of Hinesburg, Vermont on May 25, 2026. Harriett, born on May 24, 1924, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Schaffer and Serafia Schaffer; her stepson Bruce Brainard; and her siblings, Margaret Jasper, Frank Schaffer, David Schaffer and Joanne Brown.
She is survived by: her husband Frank S. Brainard, Jr.; her children, Bradford Brainard (Andrea), Annabelle Canning (late Douglas) and Harriette Brainard; her stepchild Sandy Brainard (Susan Bindig); her grandchildren, Samantha Hackney, Alexander Hackney, John Canning, Spencer Davis, Bradford Willis, Caroline Canning, Madeline Stevens, Alessandra Brainard and Colter Brainard; and her great grandchildren, Myuna Hackney, Enoah Hackney, Cielo Hackney, Akiva Hackney, Arthur Canning, Jordan Dee and Colette Dee.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Warren Wilson College, Planned Parenthood, or to a public broadcasting organization of your choice in honor of Harriett's lifelong commitment to education, the arts, and informed citizenship.
