Paul Edward Farris

1923 - 2012

BORN

1923

DIED

2012

Paul Farris Obituary


Paul Edward Farris, born on February 17, 1923 Jerrseyville, Ill., Entered into rest on December 12, 2012 Rocklin, Calif.
Paul leaves a loving wife Sadie of 32 years; children: David Farris (Barbie), Sandra Daley (Dick), Janee Groseclose (Rick), John Farris (Serena), Alicia McDonald (Josh); siblings: Joseph Farris and Ruth Riddle. Paul is also survived by eight grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother, Opal and father Robert Farris; brothers: Clarence, Thomas, James Farris; brother-in-law, Eugene Riddle; and beloved little dog Honey.
Paul is a member of the Church of the Nazarene. Paul is a loving and devoted husband and father, he worked as a General Contractor for over 60 years and builder of the beautiful Roseville Nazarene Church. Paul loved God, his country and most of all his family.
A Graveside Service will be held on December 19, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery 5810 Midway Road Dixon, CA 95620. Funeral services are entrusted by Chapel of the Valley.

Published by Auburn Journal from Dec. 13, 2012 to Jan. 10, 2013.

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May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

January 16, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

January 16, 2013

With heartfelt sympathy to the family for this loss. The Bible assures us of where our loved ones are and gives a wonderful hope that is in store for them in the future.

January 13, 2013

With heartfelt sympathy to the family for this loss. The Bible assures us of where our loved ones are and gives a wonderful hope that is in store for them in the future.

January 11, 2013

I remember Paul as the fun uncle who was my Grandpas best freind(Eugene Riddle). While visiting one summer I went to see my Grandpas new church that was being built. I was watching Grandpa and Uncle Paul work high on ladders in the main sanctuary when I became distracted by a roll of roofing tar paper. I placed it on a dolly and began to run around when I fell through an opening in the cement. I don't remember any details after that except one; on the way to the hospital I woke up for a moment in the back of grandpas car, opened my eyes for a couple seconds and Uncle Paul was holding me in his arms. I don't remember what he was saying but I remember feeling safe and loved.

Jason Schoger

Jason Schoger

December 18, 2012

My Uncle Paul was a quiet loving man. He gave of his time and excellent contractor abilities to his church and his family. To his family we pray:
May God bless you...keep you...and give you His peace.
Most lovingly,
His niece,
Dr. Marcia Schoger

Marcia Schoger

December 17, 2012

My brother Paul was hard working and took pride in whatever he did we lived far apart in different states so we didn,t have a lot of time together.He was a top gunner on the New Jersy battle ship in WW2.He would never talk about it. He will be missed and now is in heaven with God and our family that has passed on.

Joe Robert Farris

December 17, 2012

I want to send my sympathy to the family of Uncle Paul Farris, our prayers and caring thoughts go out to you all, we love you. I remember going to visit Uncle Paul and Irene as little girl. My Dad and mom were Thomas and Pauline Farris. God Bless you all, Cindy and Steve Gerhard, daughter of Tom and Pauline Farris

December 16, 2012

In my family there were five boys and one girl(me) Paul was the third bother. He was an outstanding carpenter at a very young age. God gave him this talent. He made me a tiny dresser with drawers. On Christmas morning I looked down the stairs and saw the tree trimmed with popcorn and cranberries. Under the tree was that beautiful little dresser!!
It is the most beautiful Christmas I have had. Paul has built libraries,banks houses a church and many other things. Yes he used his talents for God and others. We will meet you again in heaven dear Paul!! Love, your only sister Ruth Riddle

Ruth Riddle

December 16, 2012

When I graduated high school, my parents bought me a round trip ticket to California to visit my cousins, Aunt Sadie, and Uncle Paul. It is one of the most memorable weeks of my life. Paul took me to the church he built, to San Francisco, and to Santa Cruz beach, boardwalk and amusement park. It was a wonderful week spent with family that has continued to inspired me to be good to others, and to give of oneself. Rest in Peace Uncle Paul. I will see you again someday.

Darin Pitchford

December 16, 2012

John Farris

December 14, 2012

Alicia McDonald

December 14, 2012

Janee Farris

December 14, 2012

My father will always be missed. I'm thankful that I was blessed with such a wonderful dad. He lived his life with respect, integrity, and love. He was proud of his craftsmanship, especially the church he built. One of his favorite bible verses was the 23rd Psalm. I know in my heart that he "will dwell in the house of the lord forever."

John Farris

December 14, 2012

Precious Papa I love you and will miss you greatly. I will always treasure the moments that we had together and hold you close in my heart. I know that you are with Jesus and are no longer suffering. I know in heaven that you are looking down on us and watching over us. You were a wonderful father who taught me valuable lessons that I will never forget. May your soul rest in peace and we will meet again. I love you DAD.

Alicia McDonald

December 14, 2012

My dear Papa. I am so thankful for the time I had with him. I miss him so much. He was an amazing, strong person who I love dearly. I know for sure he is flying with God and the Angels now after his courageous battle. Forever in my heart he will be.

Janee Farris

December 14, 2012

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