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for Charles Farris
Jeffrey Graff
March 4, 2024
Dr. Farris delivered me in 1963, at Baptist Hospital in NOLA. RIP
Patricia Varisco
September 11, 2013
I had the good fortune of having Dr. Farris deliver my third child who is now 50. It was a difficult time for me and the good doctor stayed with me all night. He helped me through the delivery with care and gentleness. It was as though the child was his. I will never forget him for his kindness and patience. He was my salvation later in my life with the most annoying night sweats one could imagine when I entered menopause. I will remember him in my prayers and I am so thankful to have met him. God bless all of you.
Debbie Settoon
September 6, 2013
Dear Farris children and grandchildren--
I went to the doctor's office today for an appt with your Dad's replacement, Dr. French and when I asked about him, she gave me the sad news. (I must have been out of town, or I missed it in the paper, as I certainly would have paid my respects.) However, we both thought about how happy he is now to be with his beloved wife. He often spoke of her and I could see the love he had for her and how he missed her in the 4 years I knew him.
On a personal basis, his expertise helped me with his "one of a kind" hormone therapy, a real life saver for a busy working woman. Of all the doctors I have seen, he appreciated that I wanted to read articles on this health issue and make intelligent decisions. He always took the time to answer any and all of my questions. As a professional, hewas not afraid to debunk the "drive-by" conventional wisdom on hormone replacement therapy. I will always especially appreciate his support in encouraging me to get my major insurance company to pay for my treatments since they paid for similar treatments for men. He did not tolerate any type of discrimination, and with his research articles I was able to appeal and get the procedure covered for all women in Louisiana. He and I often celebrated that victory and talked politics as well. I will miss him and will keep you all in my prayers. God bless!
Richard Vogt
August 26, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Farris since about a year ago and am lucky to have known him. He was always a joy to work with and to be around. He cared deeply for his patients and colleagues and always made my day a bit brighter.
Please accept my condolences for you loss - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Viktoriya Kurganov
August 25, 2013
Dr. Ham,
I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
August 25, 2013
To the Farris family, as a patient in his group, Dr. Ferris helped me through pre-term labor. He was a joy to work with. Rest in Peace, Dr. Ferris, D Fleege RN
John Scott
August 24, 2013
Charlie was one of the finest doctors I have ever known, and as a hospital exec I knew a lot, when I would check the docs lounge at Baptist at midnight or 6 am there he was waiting for a delivery since his time was not as important as the health of the mother and baby. A great guy, my condolences Meg and family.
Thomas Kennedy
August 24, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Dr. Farris' passing. He was such a dedicated physician, and always added to the discussions at our OB/GYN Society meetings. He will be missed. I just returned from Peru so I missed his funeral. He and the family will be in my prayers.
Margaret Schultheis
August 24, 2013
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Farris. I was his patient for over forty years, during my Mercy Hospital days, Mercy-Baptist days, and Lindy Boggs days until its closing after Katrina. On my visits we would talk about the two hospitals. He was such a wonderful physician and I had the greatest respect for him.
Bonnie Wibel
August 24, 2013
My dear friend Dr. Farris. You were always the first to arrive at the OB meetings; always engaged with questions and comments. You were a great man, father and physician and not only me, but many people will miss you very much. It is a wonderful thing that we all have memories to remember all the great meetings with Dr. Farris. God Bless you and your family.
Alexandra Brown
August 24, 2013
To the Farris family,
Dr Farris, delievered my child in 1977, he was a wonderful and caring person with a great soul. Assured me everything would turn out well.
Sorry for loss...
Sincerely a former patient
Shelly Rogers
August 23, 2013
To the families of such a kind & loving Dr, my thoughts & prayers with you.
August 23, 2013
Meg,
We are so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Our love and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will always remember your father's kindness as a physician. I can only imagine how wonderful a father he must have been to you. He was one of a kind and will be missed. Our prayers are with you. Robert and Andrea Jeanfreau
John R. Dildy
August 23, 2013
As one of those in that "15,000 + Number", Hotty Toddy & God Bless You Dr. Farris!!!
Elaine F. Henry
August 23, 2013
Deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss.
Marigny Ernst
August 23, 2013
Meg, sending you all of the love in the world! There is another guardian angel to watch over loved ones close to home & yet so very far away! Your precious Daddy and Margee are together dancing and looking after their beloved family! Marigny
August 23, 2013
Waddy/Monica and the entire Farris Family: My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Father. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. He left a great legacy, his wonderful children and grandchildren. May God watch over you and bring you peace and help you deal with the sadness of his loss. Karen Surbeck
Mary Clare/Frank Davis
August 23, 2013
Meg,
Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family. I know how hard it is for you now, but we want you to know we are here for you at all times.
Marilyn Spitzfaden
August 23, 2013
You Meg and your 5 brothers have our sympathy. You know I Loved your dad. Hes in heaven now with your mom. my thoughts and prayers from our family to yours. Marilyn
Patricia L Hayes
August 23, 2013
Having known Dr. Farris both as a nurse and then for 31 years as a patient, I saw he was a caring, compassionate person and physician who genuinely cared about people and fought for women's rights to good health in all ways. He was a pioneer in women's health in many ways and a true southern gentleman.
Patricia Hayes
Marie-Jeanne Trauth
August 23, 2013
Meg, My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. I only met your dad once--on the day of your wedding. I will never forget his beaming smile as he walked his beloved daughter down the aisle. May he enjoy eternity with your mom in heaven.
Marie-Jeanne Trauth
Song Hong
August 23, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss; our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Janelle Lee
August 23, 2013
My heart is heavy for the loss of this wonderful man. You, his children were blessed to have him in your life. I will always remember his gentle kind way and his beautiful smile. GO REBELS!!Bless you all for he will always be with you.
The Bruce Family
August 23, 2013
Great doctor for many many years. He will be missed.
Deanna Barber
August 23, 2013
To the Farris Family ,
What a Wonderful man Dr Farris was .Never a harsh word he spoke. Dr Farris was a True Gentleman and a wonderful Doctor . I worked with Dr.Farris at Baptist Hospital for many years. Rest in Peace Sir.
Norma Ibarra
August 23, 2013
Meg, you don't know me personally but I was a patient of your father. He unlike any other doctor worked with me to get to the root of medical problem. Without him I would not be where I am today. His kind words, straight forward talk and compassion for me as patient will always stay with me. He was very proud of you and your accomplishments.
Andy Wilkinson
August 23, 2013
Meg,
You and the entire Farris Family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Dad was a true Southern Gentleman and a proud Rebel. He will be greatly missed
by the Ole Miss family. Peace be with
you and your family. Hotty Toddy, Good
Doctor!
The Ancar Family
August 23, 2013
Words can not express the gratitude my entire family has for Dr. Farris. To his family, he was truly an amazing man and a blessing to his patient. Prayers for peace and strength going out to his family.
Lisa Grillot
August 23, 2013
Dr. Farris delivered my first 3 children, what a gentle sweet soul...He was always what I thought a Doctor should be! He will be missed.
DONNA DUHE
August 23, 2013
Dr. Farris rest in peace
DONNA DUHE
August 23, 2013
DR.FARRIS WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR MY MOTHER LOVED HIM HE DELIVERED ALL 4 OF HER CHILDREN AT BAPTIST HOSPITAL IN 1959 AND 1960,1964,1974 MAY HE REST IN PEACE AMEN/ MEG MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY YOU HAD A WONDERFUL DAY AMEN
JANET EVANS
August 23, 2013
Meg & family, I am sorry to hear of your Dad, passing. I know your heart is hurting now and am praying for you to
get thru this. God is with you and you have a great support team. Keep smiling and know you will see him again someday.Love ya
Nancy Dupont
August 23, 2013
Meg and family,
All of us at Ole Miss are so sad to learn of your father's passing. He was beloved. May God bless you and give you peace.
Angela Gorum
August 22, 2013
To the family of my favorite gyn doctor he will be missed . His smile his loving time he gave all his patients.
Susan Fahey Desmond
August 22, 2013
Meg, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. I didn't know your father but I know he was truly a wonderful man through you.
Jim Shute
August 22, 2013
Woody,
Brenda and I sorry for your loss. He lived a great life and helped raise a great family with your Mom. He will be missed but he is in the Great Rebel Grove in Heaven!
Beth Utterback
August 22, 2013
To Meg and Family, we are so very sorry to learn about your sweet dad. I know that he and your mom are having a wonderful reunion in heaven. With Love,
Beth and Terry
August 22, 2013
Meg and the rest of the Farris Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful person and I have such fond memories of him. He will always be remembered.
Dianne Jacobson Solsky
Sally walker
August 22, 2013
Bill and I are thinking of you at this time. He was a great person and will be missed by everyone who knew him
Sharon Wilcox
August 22, 2013
To The Farris Family I'm so sorry for loss.Dr Farris was my Dr for many years .He was the most kindest,compassionate person I knew. I will surely miss him.
Dr Richartd Oster
August 22, 2013
To Meg and all of Charles' family. I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My prayers and sympathy goes out to you. May GOD Bless all of you.
dana and eileen wallen
August 22, 2013
Dear meg
Eileen and I wish to extend our deepest heartfelt condolences to you and the family on the loss of your father and he will be very much missed by all that knew him and loved him.
May his memory be a blessing
Tom Nolan, MD
August 22, 2013
Charlie was one of the first OB/GYNs that greeted me to New Orleans as was alway very kind and gracious. I know that his wisdom and compassion will be missed by all.
August 22, 2013
To the Farris family,
I worked with Dr. Farris at Baptist hospital for many years and have so many wonderful memories of him. He is in my prayers.
Michele Sigur RN
Percy Family
August 21, 2013
We have many fond memories of Dr. Farris. He was a wonderful neighbor.
Kay Chauvin
August 21, 2013
I am so deeply saddened. Dr. Farris was my physician for many wonderful years. He was the absolute very best! Such a kind and caring person. I will surely miss him so very much. My love and prayers to the family.
Bobbie Ditcharo
August 21, 2013
To the Farris Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Farris was my doctor for several years. I will always remember him as kind, gentle, extremely knowledgeable, and so compassionate. He was such a wonderful and dedicated physician. I know that he is in heaven because he is a true angel.
August 21, 2013
So sorry for the loss of one Great Doctor! He will be greatly missed. He was the Kindest and most Compassionate person I have ever known. The Bazor Family
Carol Ann Serio
August 21, 2013
My prayers go out to the family. I have been a patient for 37 plus years and really can't put into words the loss . Dr Farris was a very compassionate , kindhearted ,and caring person. He went over and above for me and many other patients . I know I speak for many others as well -we have lost a great person and friend.I will miss him dearly.
e. darlene guillot
August 21, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss
Darlene and Mom
August 21, 2013
Meg, my prayers and will miss sitting and talking with your father at Sunday Mass. A great man.
John Botto
Charles Jarreau ACNP
August 21, 2013
I truly enjoyed eating lunch with my ole friend at baptist and talking about football. He will be dearly missed. Geaux tigers my friend.
Patricia Norman
August 21, 2013
My heart is saddened to hear the news of Dr. Farris. He was my doctor for the last several years. He truly loved what he was doing and made a difference in the quality of life for his patients. His passion for his beliefs in his practice was astounding. He was the sweetest and kindest doctor I have ever known. I will truly miss him. Sincerely, Pat Norman
August 21, 2013
Meg So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
Jose Torres MD
August 21, 2013
My prayers and condolence to Charlie's family. Charlie was a great friend and colleague in the New Orleans Ob/Gyn community.
St. Joseph Hospice
August 21, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harry Ward
August 21, 2013
Farris Family & Woody...
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Dad and loved one.
Harry B. Ward
Ole Miss Alum
Reuben Chrestman
August 21, 2013
Ole Miss will never have a more loyal fan. Rest in peace
Cheryl Herwig
August 21, 2013
Dr. Farris, thank you for my wonderful care over so many years....you will be missed. Rest in peace.
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