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Donald James FARRELL

1926 - 2020

Donald James FARRELL obituary, 1926-2020, Vineland, ON

BORN

1926

DIED

2020

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Tallman Funeral Home - Vineland Chapel

3277 King Street

Vineland, Ontario

Donald FARRELL Obituary

July 18, 1926 - April 4, 2020, of Beamsville peacefully passed in his 94th year at McNally House with his family nearby, after a hard-fought battle. Don married the love of his life Molly in 1952 and was a devoted husband for over 67 years. The best ever father to Kathy (Mike), Jim (Rose). Dearly loved grandfather to David (Kelley), Alleda and Megan. Don was born on St Patrick Street in St. Catharines to May and Jack Farrell. Precious little brother to Tom, Melvin and Roy. Don spent 25 years happily teaching sheet metal at Lakeport Secondary School forging a lifetime of friendships with both staff and students. After finding their dream hobby farm in the country, Don developed a passion for horses that lasted for over 50 years. His 90th birthday celebration was spent with his cowboy friends from the Upper Canada Equestrian Association and family on horseback. He continued to care for his beloved Sparky and Webster until he was 92. Thank-you to Dr. Hansenberger, Dr. Vu, Dr. Love, the L.H.I.N, West Lincoln Hospital, the wonderful nurses and P.S.W.'s who cared for him at home, and the incredible staff at McNally House. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Don's life will take place at the Vineland Chapel of Tallman Funeral Homes when it is safe to gather again. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to McNally House. Happy Trails Cowboy! Until we meet again. Love your family. Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

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Published by Niagara This Week on Apr. 16, 2020.

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Allan Stevenson-Young

January 26, 2025

We always addressed him as Father Farrell as he was always caring about us.

ron mckay

December 27, 2020

Mr. Farrell was my Sheet Metal Teacher at Lakeport in the early 1960's. Very fine Teacher and an all around well liked Gentleman. I enjoyed his Classes very much as did all my Classmates. R.I.P. Mr. Farrell

Nancy Elkin

April 14, 2020

Molly and family,

All of the Harper family, and especially Jack, wish to send our condolences to you.

You were all such a part of our lives.

Dad will miss Don.

Paul, Brenda & Boys Wilson

April 13, 2020

Jim Rose and Girls
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time

Shelly Finnegan Jackson

April 13, 2020

Dear Mrs Farrell, Kathy and Jim so sorry to hear of your loss. I hold in my heart many memories as a child growing up with your family. I will always remember him as a gentle, kind man.
My thoughts are with you.

Shelly Finnegan Jackson

April 13, 2020

The loss of a father can tear the heart apart in anguish. It isn't easy to deal with such a painful experience, but Jim, you have a very loving and supportive family and some very close long time friends that you can draw strength from. Please feel free to call me anytime buddy. Please accept my family's condolences to your family, and remember, you and your family are in our thoughts.

Dave, Jan & Trevor

April 12, 2020

I'm sorry for your loss Molly and family. I enjoyed working with Don at Lakeport Secondary School, he was always a gentleman and was respected by all who knew him. He was a dedicated teacher who was an expert at his trade. In recent years I often met up with Don at the family fruit market in Grimsby and we would reminisce about our teaching days.....great guy! Our deepest sympathy to you.
Nick Seminchuk - Smithville.

Lisa MacGregor

April 12, 2020

Sorry for your loss. I was his St Catharines Standard driver for many years. I actually lived on St Patrick St myself for many years raising my boys there. He insisted his newspaper was to be tossed in his driveway so his beloved dog could retrieve the paper for him. He always smiled and waved. Again, sorry for your loss, Lisa MacGregor

Marian Belford

April 11, 2020

Many good memories- the entire Farrell family, staying at your beautiful farm, the animals, the old streetcars, hay baling, and the horses, always the horses. A donation has been made in your honour to The Community Association for Riders with Disabilities.

April 11, 2020

Sorry For Your Loss..Mr Farrell Was A Great Teacher .Always Had A Smile And A Story To Share.( Father Farrell ) As We All Called Him With The Upmost Respect Will Stay In Our Conversations When Talking About The Good Old Days RIP Mr Farrell BoB Pepin And Doug Emrick Former Students

April 11, 2020

Sorry For Your Loss...Mr Farrell Was a GREAT Teacher.Always Had A Smile On His Face.(.Going Back To The Mid Seventies ) His Name Always Came UP With Conversations Of The Good Old Days''

Bob Pepin And Doug Emrick

Debbie Bosada

April 11, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss Cathy and Mike and family members.
MY thoughts and prayers will be with you as you grieve.

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