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FARRIS 2 Victor Paul 1923-1992

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-24 20:55:01Z

FARRIS 2 Victor Paul 1923-1992

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FARRIS 2 Edward M MD -1991

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-24 20:54:52Z

FARRIS 2 Edward M MD -1991

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Obit of Myrtle Harriet Colwell Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-05-21 19:35:05Z

Telegraph Journal
Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada

April 3, 2013

FARRIS, MYRTLE HARRIET - Myrtle Farris, originally of Lower Jemseg, NB passed away on April 2nd, 2013 at the Oromocto Public Hospital. Born January 19th, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Ethel (Currie) Colwell and wife to the late Gordon Herbert Farris. She was a lifetime member of the ACW and the Women's Institute and taught for over 30 years in elementary schools in Jemseg and Cambridge-Narrows. Myrtle is survived by her sons, Carl (Alice) of Miramichi, NB and Edward (Sheila) of Chipman, NB; her daughter, Mary Lou Cotter (Frank) of Fredericton, NB; grandchildren, Teresa Orchard (Randy Scott), Wade Orchard (Carolyn), Melissa Esty (Frank), Kim Colepaugh (Tyson), Tracy Staples (John), Kirby Farris (Elizabeth) and Lisa Cotter (Brian MacLean); twelve great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Gordon, her daughter, Ruth Orchard; her infant son, Terry Farris and her brothers, George and Donald Colwell.
Visitation will be held at the Oromocto Funeral Home on Thursday, April 4th, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. A funeral service will be held at St. James Anglican Church in Lower Jemseg, NB on Friday, April 5th, 2013 at 2:00 pm with The Ven. Pat Drummond officiating. For those who wish, donations in memory of Myrtle may be made to the St. James Building Fund (cheques made payable to - Corporation of Anglican Parish of Cambridge and Waterbrough). www.oromoctofh.com

FARRIS 2 Bruce M 1921-2004

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-16 21:22:01Z

FARRIS 2 Bruce M 1921-2004

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FARRIS 2 Zekia 1898-1973

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-16 21:21:09Z

FARRIS 2 Zekia 1898-1973

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Re: Farris family

whyfret — 2013-05-14 00:25:45Z

Hi Lynn,
Have you any info on a William Wesley Farris b. abt 1847 in MO? He d. 18 Oct 1896 at Mendota, Putnam Co, MO. He m. Priscilla Jane Greene who was b. 22 Dec 1848 in Clark Co IN, m. 2 Jan 1866 but I don't know where.
Seeking more info on this line.

FARRIS 2 Messada 1848-1937

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-08 17:36:21Z

FARRIS 2 Messada 1848-1937

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FARRIS 2 Merhige 1882-1945\

t42Fairlawn — 2013-05-08 17:36:10Z

FARRIS 2 Merhige 1882-1945

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Obit of Susan Irene Farris Billings Christenson

wcr1951_1 — 2013-05-05 15:10:34Z

Star Tribune
Minneapolis, MN

March 31, 2013

Susan Irene Christenson

Christenson, Susan Irene age 69, of Apple Valley, passed away Tuesday surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 13, 1943 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Laughlin A. and Lily (nee Bevan) Farris. Susan is survived by her first husband John Billings, daughter Becky (Gary) Braun, son Bob (Penny) Billings, stepson Eric Christenson, grandchildren Randi Billings, Brittany (Alex) Petrikov, Erica and Ellie Braun, and Josh Christenson, sister Donna (Ron) Kiersten, and many loving nieces and nephews. Preceding Susan in death were her husband of 23 years, Martin L. "Murphy" Christenson, son David John Billings, parents, and her former mother- and father-in-law John and Hazel B. Billings. Susan lived for her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She and Murphy loved to travel cross-country on their motorcycle, hike, camp, and snowmobile with so many wonderful friends. She was a truly faithful volunteer for the Armed Forces Service Center. Susan's courage and fighting spirit will remain an inspiration for all who knew her. She will be forever loved and treasured. Visitation is 1 hour prior to a 1 PM Memorial Service Friday, April 5 at the Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel, Highways 5 & 55. Inurnment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Armed Forces Service Center-MSP, 4300 Glumack Dr.-L.T. 3693 at MSP International Airport, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55111. Henry W. Anderson, Apple Valley (952) 432-2331. obit.HenryWAnderson.com

Obit of Laura Allison Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-05-03 20:37:09Z

Des Moines Register
Des Moines, IA

April 27, 2013

LAURA ALLISON FARRIS

Pleasant Hill

Laura Allison Farris died Thursday, April 25, 2013, after fighting debilitating pain for four years. She was born in Macomb, IL, to Allen and Katherine Wanninger Farris on August 4, 1971. Laura was a 1989 graduate of Indianola High School where she loved playing volleyball. She graduated from Simpson College with a double major in Criminal Justice and Philosophy. Laura married her high school sweetheart, Jamie Dye, on September 30, 2000. She was employed by the Iowa Department of Corrections where she was the director of training. Previously, she had worked as a captain in prisons in Colorado and Nebraska.

Laura loved gardening, traveling with her family, cooking, reading, arts and crafts, sitting on the beach in Florida and hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park.

She is survived by her husband; parents; and sisters and their families, Elizabeth (Kelvin) Whited and their children, Lucas, Tanner and Janna; and Heather (Jason) Vermeer and their daughters, Tatum and Miranda. She also is survived by mother-in-law, Denise Dye; uncles, Charles (Debbie) Wanninger, Steven Wanninger, David Wanninger and Paul (Gina) Cesaretti; cousins, Megan (Michael) Lanske, Joseph Wanninger, Matt Cesaretti, John Wanninger and Jason Wanninger; and her beloved Chihuahuas, Meadow and Carmen. Her grandparents Forrest and Mary Wanninger and Lloyd and Gertrude Farris and aunt Jan Cesaretti preceded her in death. She will be deeply missed.

Memorial services will be held 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 30 at the Trinity United Presbyterian Church in Indianola followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall.

Memorial contributions may be made to Kiya Koda Humane Society in Indianola or the Animal Rescue League in Des Moines. Online condolences may be made at www.overtonfunerals.com.

FARRIS 2 Lucie Major 1918-1955

t42Fairlawn — 2013-04-25 12:48:34Z

FARRIS 2 Lucie Major 1918-1955

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Edward J. Farris - Youngstown, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-04-22 15:27:28Z

BOARDMAN, Ohio - Edward J. Farris, 82, passed away Saturday evening at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center after complications and illnesses following an injury sustained in late February. (2013)

Edward was born April 27, 1930, in Youngstown, Ohio (Mahoning County) a son of George and Tatla Nassar Farris, and had been a lifelong Youngstown resident.

He was a courageous fighter for his family and his beliefs, first exemplified by his time in amateur boxing as a Golden Gloves regional champion.

After leaving high school, he joined the Army National Guard and proudly served in the U.S. Army as a command driver and a tank commander during the Korean Conflict.

Edward married the love of his life, Carmella Marie Massaro, on March 28, 1951, just prior to leaving for Korea.

Upon his return, he drove a truck and started a dry cleaning business, and in 1961, Edward was proud to be commissioned as a Deputy with the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department.

He later worked as a salesman in the meat packing business before opening several small retail businesses, including A-1 Beverage Center in Struthers.

Edward is survived by his wife and by one sibling, George (Francis) Farris of Youngstown.

He will be greatly missed by his sons, Edward Jr. (Phyllis), George (Marie) and John (Laura); his six grandchildren, George, Edward III, Nicholas, Anthony (Nicole), John and Victoria; and his two great-grandchildren, Nico and Ava.

Besides his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his brothers, Fredrick, Joseph, Nassar, James, John and William; and his sister, Elizabeth.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4700 Market St. in Boardman, where the Prayers of Incense Service will be held at 7 p.m.
There will be additional visitation Wednesday morning, April 24, 2013, from 9 to 9:50 a.m. at St. Maron Church, 155 S. Meridian Road in Youngstown.

There will be a Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial held on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at 10 a.m. at St. Maron Church

Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to the Farris family

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

sheltonmwoods — 2013-04-05 02:38:43Z

What I am looking for is: Have you found a Mary Jane Farris born in 1839 - 1841 in your tree? She is my 2X Grt Grandmother. In her words she wrote that she was born in TN. and I have not been able to match her with any TN Farris family. You can write me @ sheltonmwoods@aol.com Thank you for any help, that you may or may not be able to assist me with.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-04-04 20:08:09Z

What in particular do you want to know? I have tentatively (I am still waiting on confirmation on a few items.) completed his family tree back through Archibald Farris. I have census reports, death records, burial location, etc. Let me know what you need and I will provide you what I can. His wife's maiden name was Blythe and her parents were William Blythe and Margaret C. Keeler.
They lived three farms away from Bill and Ellen Farris in Christian County, KY. I also have photos that I would share with you.
I will need your email address since these photos are not posted in Ancestry.

FARRIS Mabel B 1886 1944

t42Laureland — 2013-04-03 14:14:59Z

FARRIS Mabel B 1886 1944

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Re: William (Bill) M Farris

sheltonmwoods — 2013-04-02 19:01:00Z

Due you know the siblings of your William Farris, or the siblings of his parents John Farris of Tenn, any dates on him?

FARRIS Obee E 1884 1962

t42Laureland — 2013-03-31 12:28:30Z

FARRIS Obee E 1884 1962

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Obit of John Patrick Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-03-30 15:43:58Z

The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock, TX

March 23, 2013

John Patrick Farris

LUBBOCK- Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of John Farris, 58, of Lubbock this evening, March 23, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. Our beloved John died Thursday, March 21, 2013. John was born on Aug. 27, 1954 in Ft. Worth to the late Patrick and Ann (Thompson) Farris. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Midland in 1972. He studied architecture at Texas Tech University. On March 31, 1990 he married Becky Nunn. He loved hunting, camping, but most of all he loved his family. John was a very talented cook and cooked for the world. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Becky; his daughter, Callie Farris; a sister, Suzanne McDonald; and many other family members and friends. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association , or the American Heart Association . To view John's tributes visit www.memorialdesigners.net where you may also leave your condolences to his family.

Re: Maud Farris-Luse

KathySoukup — 2013-03-24 00:04:52Z

Della's maiden name was Jenkins. The "Early" Earl Johnson living with her was my Great Grandfather and the son of her Sister Emma Jenkins and Samuel Davis Johnson. Della's parents were William Jenkins and Sarah Smiley.

Few years late in the reply.......you may know this already.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-03-20 15:29:08Z

William "Bill" Farris b. 5/25/1865, d. 11/27/1966, m. Ellen Blythe had 7 children: Addie: 5/22/1892, d.11/14/1966, m.1) George Croft, Jr, 2) Hensley; Miles: 1885-1948, m. Sarah Callie; Hattie: b.8/1/1897, d. 9/2/1985, m. Lloyd Aldridge;
William Clarence: b. 1895, d.8/25/1969, m. Lorene Hensley; Amos: b . 5/2/1901 d. 2/11/1956, m. Eathel Keyes; Mollie: b .9/14/1906, d. 8/16/1940, m. Aubrey Croft (died when hit by a car on KY 91 saving her daugther); Ethel b. 5/30/1906,d.12/24/1983, m. Lorenzo Hensley. As far as I know Mollie was her given name. Hope this helps.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

sheltonmwoods — 2013-03-20 14:17:21Z

Thank you for the information on William's Children.
What is the birth day and year of Mollie? Could Mollie be a nickname for Mary?

My Mary's only son was named William. She also named a daughter Hattie, and Ethel was a middle name of some.

I know these were probably the common names of the era, but I am looking at all clues.

Thank you again.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-03-20 12:52:33Z

I have the photos in a digital format and can send them to you. Please respond to my email with your email address, and I will send them to you. Mine is hensley@twc.com

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-03-20 12:48:16Z

The only child I am aware of for John and Mary Jones Farris is William, born in 1865. I'm sure there are others, but I no other information at this time.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-03-20 12:45:43Z

Thank you. My grandmother is Ethel Farris Hensley. I can only trace her lineage to John Farris and Sara Jones. Can you give me guidance beyond that?

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

CBTB63 — 2013-03-20 02:08:43Z

My William (Bill) Farris childen are:
Miles,Addie,Clarence,Hattie,Amos, Mollie & Ethel. If Ican help you please let me know.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

CBTB63 — 2013-03-20 02:08:25Z

My William (Bill) Farris childen are:
Miles,Addie,Clarence,Hattie,Amos, Mollie & Ethel. If Ican help you please let me know.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

CBTB63 — 2013-03-20 01:56:19Z

Thank you very much for this information. You have some information I didn't have. I would love to see the pictures you have if that is possible.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

sheltonmwoods — 2013-03-20 00:14:57Z

My 2XGrt Grandmother ~ Mary Jane Farris has left a time line of her life and states that she was born in 1840/1841 in TN. Her story goes on to tell of the terrible war, how she married John M Mitchell, and that together they raised a dozen children. Was wondering what the names of your William's children were. There are 3 Mary Jane Farrises born abt 1840 ~ 1846 in TN. None of these our mine. Would appreciate any help you may offer,

Obit of Gene Gladys Farris Thompson

wcr1951_1 — 2013-03-19 22:44:09Z

Mesabi Daily
Virginia, MN

March 4, 2013
Gene Gladys Thompson, 86, of Chisago City, Minn., formerly of Wyoming, Minn., died Feb. 28, 2013.

Gene was born March 22, 1926, to Hiram Hathaway and Magda Inga (Anderson) Farris in Barron, Wis. They moved to Hoyt Lakes in 1960 and stayed for many years raising their family.

She is survived by her children, Debra Suomala, Missy (Ed Hustad) Thompson, Wendy (Gary) Janzen, Kevin (Ana) Thompson, David Rommel; grandchildren, David Osborne, Mike and Lori Jarvi and their children, Taylor and Rachel, Billy and Cindy Jarvi and their children, Logan , Aubrie, and Bennett, Timothy Jarvi, Adam Suomala, Danielle (David) Stocks and their daughter, Abigail Renae, Katelyn Thompson; sister, Doris Frisinger; and other extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; parents; daughter, Charlene Osborne; grandsons, Stephen Osborne and Eric Suomala; sister, Gwen Thompson; brothers, Oscar and Marvin Farris.

A Celebration of Gene’s Life will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2013, at Mattson Funeral Home in Forest Lake, Minn. Light refreshments will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.mattsonfuneralhome.com. Cards and memorials may be directed to Mattson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 343 N. Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN., 55025.

Re: William (Bill) M Farris

hensley1953 — 2013-03-19 22:12:15Z

I have very little more on Bill Farris than you have. I do have some information on his wife Martha Ellen Blythe. Her parents were William Blythe born in TN and Margaret Keeler b. 1828 in TN. Ellen Blythe was born in Henry Co.,TN. Ellen shows up in the 1880 census for Bainbridge, KY. under her mother (her father died in 1876) The Blythes lived about 5 houses from the eventual home of William and Ellen. I have photos of Bill and Ellen and their children. Hope this helps.

Obit of Marian Elizabeth Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-03-19 20:15:19Z

The News-Sentinel
Knoxville, TN

March 14-15, 2013

FARRIS, MARIAN ELIZABETH - age 89 of Knoxville, died peacefully Monday morning, March 11, 2013 at Brakebill Nursing Home. She was a charter member of Messiah Lutheran Church and a longtime member of Faith Lutheran Church, Farragut. Marian was a longtime member of the West Wood Garden Club, the Radcliffe Gardens and a lifelong member of the Ossoli Circle Women's Club. She was very active with Ramsey House and the Knoxville Dogwood Arts Festival, as well as a Tennessee State Flower Judge. Marian was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clyde A. Farris, Jr.; parents, and four brothers. She is survived by her sons, Clyde Alexander Farris and Thomas Fredrick Farris; daughter Faith Farris Teem; grandsons, Chris, Kelly and Carl Teem; granddaughters, Amalie and Katy Farris and sisters, Dorothy Dale Hughes of Fairhope, AL and Wilma Neas Loga of North Fort Meyers, FL. Funeral service 1:00 PM Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church with interment to follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.rosemortuary.com. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Saturday at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.

Alexander Faris b. ca. 1830

bobbymacbean — 2013-03-19 07:39:46Z

Hi -

Alexander Faris b. ca. 1830

I'm looking for information on this man.

In 1860 he was living in the household of John and Ermine Wooldridge in Grand River, Henry Co., Missouri. He was 19 and there was also a 1 year old infant named Nancy Faris.

I believe Nancy may have gone by the name Nannie as she got older and that the Wooldridges may have adopted her.

If you have any info regarding Alexander or Nancy or the Wooldridges I would be grateful for anything you'd care to share.

Thanks, Brian

Obit of Patricia Ann Farris Ware

wcr1951_1 — 2013-03-17 20:58:41Z

Visalia Times-Delta
Visalia, CA

March 7, 2013

Patricia Ann Ware

Life is but a flicker which burns briefly before it is extinguished, and a new, greater life begins…for death is the destiny of every man. And so it is with a mixture of joy, that suffering has ended, and sorrow, at our loss, that the family of Patricia Ann Ware announces that she is now in the loving arms of her Maker. She passed away quietly in her home, after a lengthy illness on March 4, 2013, surrounded by those she loved. Pat was born on July 31, 1943 to Robert Lee and Emalena Farris of Oklahoma. She married her sweetheart, Richard Ware, in 1974 and they were happily married until his untimely death in 1999. Pat took pride and delight in teaching for over 35 years, both in the Farmington School District (Stockton, CA) and the Armona Union Elementary School District, before retiring in 2001. Some of her greatest pleasures were the trips she and Richard took together, especially their once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Alaska. In addition to spending time with her beloved Chihuahua, Princess, and walks to the park with her grandsons, she also looked forward to fishing, camping, and going to the movies with her brother, Bobby. Left to cherish her memory are her Brother, Robert Lee Farris, Jr. of Hanford; her daughter, Rebecca Ann Roberts and husband, Ronnie Dean, and two grandsons, Joshua Daniel and Michael Patrick Roberts of Visalia; her brother, Robert Lee Farris, Jr. of Hanford; two stepsons, Neil Raymond Wrzesinski of Hanford and Randall Richard Wrzesinski of Lynn, MA; and many life-long friends and acquaintances. Visitation will be at Miller Memorial Chapel, Visalia on Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Miller Memorial Chapel, 1120 W. Goshen Avenue in Visalia, CA. Graveside services will be held at the Grangeville Cemetery on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 2 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, condolences may be sent to the Armona Teacher's Association Scholarship Fund, in care of Patricia Ware, P.O. Box 368, Armona, CA 93202. Tributes and condolences may be made at www.miller chapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Miller Memorial Chapel, 1120 W. Goshen Avenue, Visalia, CA 93291 (559) 732-8371.

Re: George Benjamin Farris

saddieearl — 2013-03-14 22:44:09Z

Hello!
I am the Daughter of one of the children which were not mentioned in your post. My Father was Raymond Farris and we live in Cincinati Ohio. Ollie Farris was also my grand father. Euretta Lance Farris was my grand mother.

Obit of Virginia Edwardene "Dean" Guinn Hamby Lamb Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-02-26 17:30:04Z

Odessa American
Odessa, TX

February 14, 2013

Virginia Edwardene "Dean" Farris

ODESSA Virginia Edwardene "Dean" Farris went to be with our heavenly Father on Sunday, February 10, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with heart and lung disease.
She was born May 2, 1929, to Richard and Imogene Guinn in Kosoma, Oklahoma. As a baby her mother passed away with pneumonia so her grandparents took her and raised her into the beautiful woman that everyone grew to love. She was widowed by four husbands, the first of which was Tommy Hamby, and had two handsome sons, named Tommy and Mike. She married her second husband, Billy Lamb, and had one more handsome son, named Billy Joel. She also acquired a son named Bobby Riggs, which she finished raising. She married her third husband and the love of her life, Dean Farris. In this marriage, she loved dearly her one and only daughter, Mary Ann, and two more handsome sons, Roy Dean and Troy Lee. She was also a second mother to Dennis Smith, as well as her grandkids, Pamela Woodward and Ashley Lamb, whom she also helped raise. Her fourth and final love was Bill "Grumpy" McKinney, until his death in 2006.
Dean, Mom, or Granny, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, spent most of her life in Odessa, where she raised her family with love, humor, friendship and devotion. Her family meant the world to her.
She was known as a business smart woman that ran a variety of different companies, such as Twin Terrace Drive-Inn, Cattle Trail Truck-Stop, and Rudd's Drive-Inn. Many people in the community knew her for her huge heart and outstanding cooking. She never turned her back on a soul, always helping people and making them feel special. She even remembered birthdays and special occasions of random people she hadn't seen in many years. She always extended an invitation to anyone who needed a warm meal. Her recipes for holiday dressing and her hominy will be carried on but nobody will ever be able to mimic her red beans.
Besides her husbands, she was also preceded in death by one son, Tommy Hamby.
She is survived by her children, Mike Hamby, Bobby Riggs, Billy Lamb and wife Misty, Troy Farris and wife Dorothy, Roy Dean Farris and wife Penny, and Mary Ann Miliken and husband Joe, as well as a handful of children she also helped raise; 20 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind her constant companion, her dog, Sugar Baby.
Memorial Services will be held at 5:00 PM Friday, February 15, 2013, at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Jimmy Braswell officiating. Burial will be in Cowboy Cemetery in Brady, Texas.
Special thanks to the staff of Buena Vida Nursing Home and the staff of Hospice House for their continued love and compassion. Also a special thanks to Travis Livsey for helping Granny go out with a bang!
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Funeral Home. To sign the guest book, go to our website at www.sunsetodessa.com.

Joseph Proctor Farris & Rosa Horton Farris

SarahOsborne8412 — 2013-02-15 06:24:23Z

These are my great-great grandparents from Gillisonville, Jasper Co, SC. My great grandmother was their daughter Pearl Mabel Farris Worthington.
I have been unable to find death information for Rosa or anything solid on who her parents were.
Joseph Farris was the son of Benjamin Farris and grandson of James. James apparently had 3 wives so I have been unable to prove who Benjamin's mother was.
Any information on these Horton's or Farris' would be appreciated!

Re: Farris

michaelgbarr525 — 2013-02-01 07:31:58Z

Is this Alfred C. Farris III a desc of the Rev Alfred C. Farris son of Charles Blackmon farris & Mary Ransom?

Would like to exchange and figure out what happen to Alfred?
email me at mgbarr@aol.com

Mike Barr

Re: Name Change Richard Farris/Farrar

michaelgbarr525 — 2013-02-01 07:19:56Z

This Richard Farris who supposedly md Martha McCellan is a myth. The parents of Charles Blackmon Faris are Charles Faris and Martha Harlow. She remd a Taylor after Charles died. Her obituary has been located and clearly shows the correct parents:
Jonathan Kennon Thompson Smith, Genealogical Abstracts from Reported Deaths of the Southwestern Christian Advocate 1838-1846, page 40, dated September 13, 1844. Martha Taylor born Henrico co,, Va., 1771; married Charles Faris and moved to Franklin co,, Tenn.; a widow, she remarried; died June 17, 1844; at least one child, Rev. C.B. Faris, Tennessee Conference.

The only marriage record in Henrico co VA of Charles Faris was to a Martha Harlow. Charles Faris is a son of Charles Farris and Mary Jane Saunders of Louisa co VA. Confusion and mixing/blending of this couple with Richard Farrer and his wife Elizabeth Saunders has existed due to the Saunders name. A grandson Hezekiah Saunders Farris commonly called Saunders Farris lived in Franklin co TN and was named after his grandmother's maiden name.

I am a long time researcher of the Farris Family and would exchange information on any of Kit Farris family. Contact me at my email address: mgbarr@aol.com

Michael G. Barr

Name Change Richard Farris/Farrar

elaine5041 — 2013-01-31 18:33:17Z

I am looking for any information on Richard Farris (probably born Farrar) in Louisa Virginia in 1760 and died in 1812 in Franklin Co TN. His father was Richard Farrar (1727-1790) and his mother Elizabeth Saunders (1735-1768). He married Martha McClellan. His siblings used his father's name FARRAR but for some reason Richard used FARRIS. Does anyone have information that might help clarify this?

Re: Jack F. Farris of Macon, GA 1942

jjfarris157 — 2013-01-31 18:09:41Z

thanks for posting this, he was my dad.I have that yearbook and ironically I live in San Antonio and am working with a group at Randolph AFB building an Airman's Heritage Park on base. Very proud of my dads history there. He graduated 1st in Flying from his class.

Obit of Faye Shuford Farris

wcr1951_1 — 2013-01-16 03:53:41Z

The Herald
Rock Hill, SC

January 13-15, 2013

YORK - Faye Shuford Farris, 89, of 5 Georgia Avenue, passed away Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013, at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home in Rock Hill, S.C.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday Jan. 15, 2013, at Bratton Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, at Bratton Funeral Home. Burial will be at Woodside Cemetery in Clover, S.C.

Faye was a daughter of the late D. Sidney Shuford and Lelia Eaker Shuford. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in York and was the widow of John Edward Farris Sr.

Faye is survived by her son and his wife, Ed and Deb Farris; brother, Sidney Shuford; three sisters, Polly Thompson, Ruth Benfield and Toni Lemmons; three grandsons, Jason Farris, Cameron Farris and Chris Farris; and five great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 4124 Clemson Blvd., Anderson, SC 29621.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brattonfuneralhome.com.

Bratton Funeral Home in York is serving the Farris family.

Re: James Monroe "Munn" Farris - TN

timothybarlow — 2013-01-13 00:34:09Z

James Monroe Farris, my gr, gr grandfather who married Catherine Turner in Tishmingo County, Mississippi was born in McNairy County, TN about 1823. His father was Davidson Farris b about 1794 who was born in Southwest VA son of Champion Farris, son of Elisha Farris b about 1733 who was killed by Indians in 1791 in his tavern at what is the present Gateway, VA. Champion Farris & Davidson his young son moved to what was then called Wilson County TN on the Indian lands which were obtained by Tennessee from the Indians afterward by treaty. Davidson Farris was in the War of 1812 along with Levi Farris a bro. Davidson moved to McNairy Co TN & finally to Tishmingo Co MS across the state line.

My James Monroe Farris killed his brother in law, Bud Pounder -- a brute who beat his wife & her bro James Monroe Farris confronted Pounder in a bar in Tishmingo Co, MS. A knife fight insued & Pounder was killed by James Monroe Farris. He was not convicted or tried in court. It was self defense. The widow & children were in Davidson Farris' household in 1860 census. Not long afterward James Monroe Farris homesteaded in Izard Co Arkansas & his land was later in a new county of Stone Co AR & he lived & died in 1913 at Timbo AR in Stone Co. This James Monroe Farris & family were never in Alabama.

There were alot of Farris' named James Monroe Farris. My James Monroe had a son James Monroe Farris & there were several more in our line. A common nickname was "Munn".

Re: Joseph Edward Farris (MO>IN>CO)

ajuxtaposition — 2013-01-05 19:35:29Z

Joseph Edward Farris had 6 boys with Doris Phillips. Unsure of birth order or years with exception to Dennis being the oldest.
Names:
Dennis -Born 1960
Frank
Joe
Jack
Lee
Dan

FARRIS Sue QUALLS 1953-

t42Bluebonnet — 2013-01-05 13:10:12Z

FARRIS Sue QUALLS 1953-

I photographed this gravestone in the Blue Bonnet Hills Cemetery, Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 228,862 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com .

If you know more about this person please reply here, instead of contacting me because this is most likely not my family.

FARRIS William O 1932-1998

t42Bluebonnet — 2013-01-05 13:10:04Z

FARRIS William O 1932-1998

I photographed this gravestone in the Blue Bonnet Hills Cemetery, Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 228,862 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com .

If you know more about this person please reply here, instead of contacting me because this is most likely not my family.

Obit of Isabel Farris Cates

wcr1951_1 — 2013-01-03 21:58:25Z

Bangor Daily News
Bangor, ME

October 10, 2012

CUTLER - Isabel Farris Cates went from being surrounded by her loving family into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012. She was born July 7, 1924, in Cutler, the daughter of Lila (Maker) and George Sumner Farris.

Isabel graduated from Washington Academy in 1942, and went to work in Connecticut during the war. She later returned to Cutler, where she lived all of her adult life. During her stay at Marshall Healthcare, all of the residents were asked to tell their life stories. In hers, Isabel related that she was married to Jasper Cates Jr. for 62 years, and listed her achievements as keeping a clean house, and taking care of her husband and children. She also said her interests were canning, church, Beano and reading the newspaper. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1989, having first served as a postal clerk and then as Cutler's postmaster, where she enjoyed talking with the post office patrons.

Isabel is survived by her sister, Priscilla Look of Harrington; her brother, John Farris and his wife, Ruth, of Cutler; and sisters-in-law, Jackie Farris of Salisbury, Mass., Bernice Farris of Bangor, and Mara Rebhan of California; a brother-in-law, Gerald Cates and his wife, Ida, of Cutler. Isabel leaves her five children, Wayne, Stephen, Cynthia, Brian and Kimberley. Wayne's family includes his wife, Marcia, with their children, Wayne Jr., wife, Dana, and daughter, Kaissen; Amanda Holcroft and husband, Richard; and daughter, Kelsey. Stephen's includes his wife, Pauline, their son, Steve, and daughter, Joanna Liberatore, her husband, Tony, and daughters, Alexa and Alana. Cynthia's family includes her husband, Terry Rowden, their two daughters, Belinda Lemieux and husband, Nick, and their sons, Ryan and Jackson, and Rebecca Sinford and husband, Lee, and children, Chelsea, Sarah and Jacob. Brian's family includes his wife, Wanda, and their sons, Jeremy and his wife, Charlene, and two children, Ethan and Isabel, and Joshua and wife, Laurie, and children, Lucas, Max and Avery. Kimberley's family includes her husband, Kevin Gardner, and children, Trevor, Channing and Patrick. In addition to the love she had for her family, Isabel treasured the friendship of Wally and Sherm McCaslin. She was predeceased by her husband, Jasper Cates Jr.; and two brothers, Bobby and Gordon.

A celebration of Isabel's life will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12 at Cutler Methodist Church, with a time of fellowship in the undercroft immediately after the service. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Isabel's memory to Cutler United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 233, Cutler, ME 04626. Condolences and memories may be shared with the Cates family by visiting their book of memories at www.mcclurefamilyfuneral.com.

Re: James Monroe "Munn" Farris - TN

ChipandLea — 2013-01-02 02:41:13Z

Maybe they are kin to our Farris branch. My granddad was Laymon Ladell Farris. his dad was Charles McDaniel Farris. they grew up in Sylacauga Alabama. I am trying to find a connection between a James Monroe Farris that was from 3 generations ago. He reportedly lived in Al and was convicted of killing a man who had abused a family member. has anyone heard of this ?

Obit of Patricia Farris Potter

wcr1951_1 — 2012-12-29 19:31:13Z

The Boxborough Beacon
Boxborough, MA

November 21, 2012

Patricia M. (Farris) Potter, age 61, formerly of Pepperell, MA died November 6, 2012 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Brighton, MA after a period of declining health. She was born in Lowell on May 8, 1951, the daughter of the late Alexander and Lorena (English) Farris. She was educated in the Pepperell School System and graduated from North Middlesex Regional High School with the Class of 1970. She was a former communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Pepperell. She resided in Pepperell, Townsend and later in Shirley, MA. She was employed at Hypricon, Inc. in Littleton, MA for several years. She enjoyed going to Vermont and fishing. She leaves her lifetime companion, Arthur Antonelli of Acton, MA; a son, Timothy E. Potter of MA; a sister, Catherine Blood of Pepperell, MA; two step-children, Carla R. Antonelli and Arthur V. Antonelli IV; a close friend Nancy Bellantoni of Acton, MA and caregivers from the Eliot Healthcare Center in Natick, MA. PRIVATE funeral services will be held at the Marchand Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant Street, Pepperell, MA. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Pepperell. For Information and online condolences visit www.marchandfuneralhome.com

Frank H. Farris Jr. of Dallas, TX 1943

drbrownlee — 2012-12-14 02:07:25Z

Frank is pictured in the 43-F class at Lubbock Army Air Field in Lubbock, Texas. He is a flight cadet. I'm not kin but thought this might help someone researching the family.

Obit of Shirley Ruth Farris Long

wcr1951_1 — 2012-12-04 17:16:23Z

The News Sentinel
Knoxville, TN

December 2, 2012

LONG, SHIRLEY RUTH - age 75, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 1, 2012. Preceded in death by mother, Mildred and Luther Farris; sister, LaVerna Branch. Survived by loving husband of 46 years, Kenneth Long; daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Don Hilton; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth (Jr.) and Kristi; son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Tina Long; grandchildren, Donna Anderson, Jacob Long, Jared Long, Christina Long, Stephanie Long; great grandson, Ryan Anderson; many nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. The family will receive friends and family Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. at Bridges Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment services will follow at Lynnhurst Cemetery. Bridges Funeral Home 5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee 37924 (865)523-4999 www.bridgesfuneralhome.com is providing arrangements.