Joseph John Farinholt

Joseph John Farinholt

Joseph Farinholt Obituary

Published by Daily Progress from Jul. 7 to Jul. 9, 2010.
Joseph John Farinholt

Joseph John Farinholt, 73, of Stanardsville, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2010, at a local hospital.

He was born on November 23, 1936, in Richmond, Virginia, the son of the late Edvin V. Farinholt II and Catherine McSweeney Farinholt, and was the husband of the late Linda M. Farinholt. In addition, he was predeceased by a brother, Bob Farinholt.

Mr. Farinholt graduated from Lane High School in Charlottesville in 1955. Mr. Farinholt retired as a radar technician of 42 years with Sperry Marine Corp. In retirement, Mr. Farinholt enjoyed life as a farmer.

He is survived by his children, Brian Farinholt, Kevin Farinholt, Malinda F. Herring and Sheri Farinholt; one granddaughter, Lucy Herring; and three brothers, Ned Farinholt, Dick Farinholt and Jim Farinholt.

A funeral service will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2010, at Mount Olivet Church in Dyke. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Friday, July 9, 2010 at Teague Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation (mjhfoundation.org). Please specify "in support of cancer care".

Friends may sign the online guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.

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July 9, 2010

Jack mcsweeney posted to the memorial.

July 9, 2010

Joyce Baugher posted to the memorial.

July 9, 2010

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Jack mcsweeney

July 9, 2010

I will always remember Joe as a kind, considerate man, and all who knew him were most fortunate as he was a truly unique and wonderful person. Jack McSweeney

Joyce Baugher

July 9, 2010

Sorry For Your Loss.

Brenda Shiflett

July 9, 2010

My condolences to the family. I worked with Joe at Sperry. I will always remember his kindness. He was special.

Mike Duvall

July 8, 2010

I spent some time working with Joe before he retired. He was a smart man and a true joy to work with.

Kathy McSweeney

July 8, 2010

When we were young, we spent a lot of time with our Farinholt cousins. Joe's graciousness was part of him from his very early years. I remember him as gentle and kind and will miss knowing he is among us. Love to his family.

Sam Clarke

July 8, 2010

A true Virginia Gentleman who was well-respected at Sperry. My condolences to the family.

Annette Brown

July 7, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Joe. I will miss him at church,but most of all i will miss his smile he gave you when he enter any room. Love to all of you.

Steve Alexander

July 7, 2010

My mother, Mary McSweeney Alexander, always spoke lovingly and well of her nephew, Joe. I remember him as a gentle soul at her funeral. Our love to his family.

Jim Sprouse

July 7, 2010

I was of the same Lane High class as Joe's brother, Bob. Bob and I were good friends. During college and after I worked with Joe at Sperry. Joe was always friendly and thoughtful. I will always remember his gracious, broad smile. I am sorry to hear of his death. Joe was a fine gentleman.

Tracy (Bryant) Smith

July 7, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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