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GASTONIA - Jennifer Gilliland Farmer, 38, of the Springwood section of Gastonia, went to walk with Jesus after a courageous battle with Leukemia on Feb. 23, 2014.
She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt and friend.
She was born in Gaston County on Feb. 2, 1976, to her parents Earl and Susie Reese Gilliland.
In addition to her parents survivors include her husband of 15 years, Charles "Shorty" Alan Farmer; children, Emily Brook Farmer and Elizabeth (Belle) Callie Farmer; brothers and sisters, Barbara Mims (Darren Sr.), Lee Gilliland (Jackie), Steve Gilliland and Michael Gilliland and special in-laws, Dean and Alice Farmer.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Granny and Grandpa Reese and Sed and Callie Gilliland.
Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at Sharon Freewill Baptist Church, 410 Reese St, Gastonia with the Revs. Odell Cook and Will McPeters officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday and at other times at the home of Earl and Susie Gilliland.
In Lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Levine Cancer Institute, 1025 Morehead Medical Drive, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28204.
Arrangements handled by Benson Funeral & Cremation Services, Mt. Holly. www.bensonfuneralservices.com.
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Jenny Pooh, My darling angel, I know you are in our Lord Jesus' care now. No more hospital beds, chemo, pain and suffering for days on end. Your battle here on earth has ended and I know you have made your way to Heaven. The pain that is in my broken heart may ease as time goes by, but right now it is so hard--we all find it almost unreal to even try go on without you. But there's a promise your 3 brothers and Barb and Daddy and I made that we must do our best to keep. And that is to do all we can to help take care of our other angels-Emily and Belle. May God help us to do this. To Emily and Belle, we will always love you as much as we have your sweet and wonderful Mother. To Shorty, we are praying for you to find comfort in knowing that Jenny has her final reward now and has a new body and her appointed time was way too soon for us, but as Job said in Job 10:1 "My soul is weary of my life", and Jenny was so tired of being sick all the time and of all the days and nights spent in the hospital away from her loved ones. It was almost 11 months ago that she was diagnosed with the Leukemia (AML),out of that time she spent more time in the hospital than she did at home, but she never lost her faith in God and her prayer was, "If some soul can be saved through this, it will be worth it all." She hurt lots, as we all watched her suffer, but she was sure braver through it all than any of us could ever be. So, in ending I just want to say that I hope and pray that we all can be brave in the days ahead and will be there for each other, but especially for two wonderful young ladies that I know she was so proud of and loved with every fiber in her being. She was ready to go, but didn't want to leave them behind. She wanted us all to go together by the Rapture. But, that wasn't in the plan, so now, we all have to be sure we are ready when the call comes for each of us. That way we can be with my wonderful, sweet, loving, kind, forgiving Jennifer in Heaven. I'll miss her as long as I live and I'll always have love in my heart for her. She made her Daddy and me so proud of the fine young woman, wife and mother she was. To my sweet Jennifer-goodbye for now-I'll meet you on the other side. Psalms 23.
Love always and forever,
Mama and Daddy
March 4, 2014
RIP Jennifer! may your girls and your husband find peace and solace knowing you in gods arms!!
S & M Martin
February 28, 2014
I am very saddened to hear the news about Jen. My heart is broken, for I will miss her n our talks. Although I only knew Jen a short time, about 6 months but in that short time she touched my heart. As everyone who knows her knows that those two beautiful girls of hers were her heart & world. I pray that God reaches down to touch them both with comfort. I will also continue to pray for the whole family. But I am very proud to say I was blessed with getting to know Jen even in such a short time. Love u Jennifer!!!
Wendy Mcdonald
February 28, 2014
Its just so hard to believe but you are in a much better beautiful place now.Now you can go be with our farther and no more pain.Its sad but happy,and all keep prayers for daughters and parents and siblings.I know its hard,but god be with yaw all, love ya, your cousin Tammy
Bush Tammy
February 28, 2014
Jennifer & I went to East Gaston together. Although life took us in different directions it saddens me to hear of her passing. Jennifer had the most beautiful eyes & was so funny. To her family, you all are in my prayers.
Crystal Helton-Theriot
February 27, 2014
Jennifer was a beautiful person and I was blessed 2 know her and suzie and earl she will be missed love all of u and my prayers and thoughts r with all of u
teresa price
February 27, 2014
Go rest high on that mountain, let Jesus hold you and heal you. May God bless Shorty and their two beautiful daughters. Love from your cousin Kim love you
February 26, 2014
Shorty I am sure that she is healed in the arms of Jesus. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your beautiful daughters. Love your cousin Kim
February 26, 2014
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sherri Jenkins
February 26, 2014
I have known Jennifer my whole life. She was a great person. She was an inspiration to everyone. My prayers go out to the whole family. Especially Barbara, Susie and Earl! I love you all. Leeann
Leeann Bouldin
February 26, 2014
Rest easy Jennifer, Heaven gained another Angel!!!
Kenny Hager
February 26, 2014
Heaven gained a Beautiful Angel...I am praying for comfort and peace in the days to come to all the family. I love you all.
Renee Young (Eller)
February 26, 2014
I was sad when I heard the news about Jennifer. I am praying for you all.
Mark Lambert
February 26, 2014
Jennifer will be greatly missed. Her faith and sweetness are rare qualities in such a young person.
Bob & Gayle Reese
Bob & Gayle Reese
February 26, 2014
Rest easy sweet girl! Give my moma a hug for me!!
Brandy
February 26, 2014
May God hold you in His arms!
February 26, 2014
To Susie, Earl, Shorty and the entire family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jenny was one of the kindest sould I ever met. Please take solace in the fact that she is no longer suffering. I hope that my Mom was one of the first people to greet her. Love to you all!
Leslie Beam
February 26, 2014
I have known Jennifer, since she was born. She was a wonderful Person, mother and a child of God. such a wonderful Blessing to me. I loved her with all my heart and the Family. Your loss is Heaven Gain.
Mike & Phyllis Cain
February 26, 2014
I'm praying for the whole family especially those 2 wonderful girls. I pray God to wrap is arms around them and give them the comfort and peace they need to get thru this and for the coming days ahead .I pray for all her family. Jenny was a very special woman that touched everyone she came in contact with. She always had a smile on her face and such a joy to know.She was my daughters friend since she was in high school. They were like sisters.I think God she doesn't have to suffer anymore. She fault so hard and God said it was time to come home. God bless each and everyone of you.
Marsha Stephens
February 26, 2014
I remember Jennifer from our times in Girl Scouts together. She was always so sweet. Sending love and healing thoughts to her family
Brandy Capps
February 26, 2014
My little sister JennyPooh I love you.
and I will miss you every hour of every day. I know you are walking hand in hand on the street of gold with Jesus and Grandma Reese. I love you.
love Barb
February 26, 2014
I have known Jennifer's family my whole life. She was one of the sweetest people you could ever meet. I pray for her girls to have comfort ,Jennifer and her girls were so close. Praying for her mom and dad I can't imagine what they are going through. God will give each of you peace and comfort.
Amanda Sanders
February 26, 2014
Jennifer was the sweetest person, always had a smile for everyone. To Shorty, Belle, Emily, Alice and Dean, and all of Jennifer's family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. It is so very difficult to loose those we love. May God bless you and keep you at this very difficult time. Love you.
Aunt Linda and Kevin
February 26, 2014
My prayers and thoughts goes out to the family so sorry for your loss Rita and Karina Payseur
Rita Payseur
February 26, 2014
She will be missed. She was and always will be an awesome person and influence on others
Jenny Winchester
February 26, 2014
Praying that God's grace abound in our families lives at this time and always.
Our family get reunions were a warm part of mine and Dean's life.
Nancy Mitchem
Nancy Mitchem
February 26, 2014
Prayers of comfort to Shorty Emily, and Belle,and Jennifers family. Sweet Jennifer you will be missed.
Gary & Clara Farmer
February 26, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 26, 2014
Shouting on the Hills of Glory!
Love you Jennifer, You will be missed.
Pastor William & Jamie McPeters
February 26, 2014
So sorry for your families loss, I pray for your strength in your times of need. Love your great friend.
Mattie Cooke
February 25, 2014
God's blessings to the families of Jennifer. No longer will Jennifer suffer at the hands of leukemia, Jennifer is in God's hands and in our hearts and memories forever. Love and laughter for & with each other will keep her smiles, memories, and warmth in our hearts. Love always, Rose WEilliams
February 25, 2014
Our heart aches for your loss and we pray for comfort and support in this time of need. We love you all.
Wayne, Denise, Alex, Jacob, Patrick, and Matthew Brindle
Wayne Brindle
February 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with her girl, her husband, her parents, her syblings, and the rest of her family and friends. RIP Jenny
Chris & Kim Cook
February 25, 2014
All our love goes out to Susie & Earl and the Farmer's during this time of sorrow. God Bless you all, and all the extended family.
Steve & Kyle Cook
February 25, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Beasley
February 25, 2014
Alan , sorry for your lost, God bless you and your family
Joe Hopkins
February 25, 2014
Our deepest and heartfelt love and sympathy to each and everyone of you. May God bless you in this sad time.
Debbie & Carl Pannell
February 25, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family, I have known this family my whole life, love each of you. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you...Jennifer may be gone but it won't be long till we see her again.
jennifer campbell wilson
February 25, 2014
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