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Michael FARNHAM Obituary

FARNHAM, Michael Michael David Farnham, 26, of Atlanta passed away at his home on March 30, 2015. He was a 2006 graduate of Druid Hills High School where he played football. He attended Jacksonville State University. He was a chef and his passion in life was cooking for his friends and family. Michael will be remembered as a loyal friend and loving son and brother He is survived by his mother and step-father, Jennifer Wheeler Pharris and Doug Pharris; father and step-mother, David J. Farnham and Carmen Farnham; sisters, Melanie Farnham, Sarah Farnham Brangwynne, Brandi Hanby, Gracie Pharris, Melissa Akins, Jesse Pharris, Catherine Farnham, Mary Farnham and Rebekah Farnham; brothers, Daniel Farnham, Christopher Farnham and Nicholas Farnham. He is also survived by his grandparents, Bobby and Nancy Wheeler of Foley, AL and Russell and Patricia Farnham of Manchester, NH. Additional survivors include his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church in Roswell. Interment will follow at Monastery of the Glorious Ascension in Resaca, Georgia. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to PAWS Atlanta or your favorite animal rescue charity. The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 1, 2015 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at A. S. Turner and Sons Funeral Home and Crematory in Decatur.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Apr. 1, 2015.

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Catherine Shawn Norton-Heard

June 7, 2016

Love & Light to all & may you rest in peace sweet Michael

Michael and I

Ashley Kobleur

February 12, 2016

Michael and I

Ashley Kobleur

February 12, 2016

October 16, 2015

David and Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear of your son Michael's passing. My heart is broken for you. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Lynn Durant Kazmark

August 20, 2015

Dear Jennifer, my heart cannot imagine your pain, but GOD knows your sorrow for your loss. Michael's memory will forever live in our hearts and those that love him. May GOD bless your entire family. ~Lorene Dorsey-Bromfield

Bonnie Carver

April 4, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Prayers sent to your family and friends

Valencia Dunn Stroman

April 3, 2015

Let not your heart be troubled nor let it be afraid. Prayers to you and your family.

April 3, 2015

My heart Is heavy, dear Jennifer. Prayers and peace.

Elizabeth Riggs

April 3, 2015

I am so sorry! I'm stunned and crushed. May his mamory be eternal! May God grant you solace and comfort.

April 3, 2015

Dear Jennifer, so,so sorry for your loss.

Olivia Garrett Yuspa

Anthony Bridges

April 2, 2015

I am stunned and speechless. Deacon Anthony Bridges

Brittany Crandall

April 2, 2015

Dear Jennifer & Family, I'm so sorry for this sudden loss of Michael. He brought so much happiness to my life & I am honored to have been a part of not only his but all of your lives since we first met as young teens. I pray that he is peacefully watching over us & also that you'll find joy & hope despite this tragic loss. Love Always Brittany Crandall

Greg Crawford

April 2, 2015

You and Michael will be in our prayers.

April 1, 2015

I had the privilege of coaching Michael in youth baseball at DHYS and later in life, he would be the first person to come to my aid in a serious automobile wreck. He was a great guy and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Gene Barger

Ann Garner

April 1, 2015

I am so very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this very difficult time.

Rick Hanby

April 1, 2015

Prayers for your family and Michael. Love you, peace to all, God loves.

April 1, 2015

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Michael.

- Greg & Melissa Patch

Deborah Wilbanks

April 1, 2015

We are so very sorry for your loss.

April 1, 2015

My deep condolences to the Farnham family.--AH

Angie and Robert Morris

March 31, 2015

Our sincerest condolences to Michael's entire family and friends. Michael will always be remembered as a sweet and gentle soul that left this world much too soon.

Mary & Rick Hanby

March 31, 2015

Our hearts are saddened by Michael's sudden passing. We will always remember him as the kind, fun loving youngster who enjoyed himself at Highland Lake. We know he will be forever missed by all his family and friends.

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A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory

2773 North Decatur Road P.O. Box 4000, Decatur, GA 30031

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St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church

Roswell, GA

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Interment

Monastery of the Glorious Ascension

Resaca, GA

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2773 North Decatur Road P.O. Box 4000, Decatur, GA 30031

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