Richmond, Virginia
David Wayne Farthing, 55, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord, Friday, December 5, 2003, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Donald Farthing. Mr. Farthing was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a 30 year employee of Verizon. He was an avid...
Read MoreTo the Farthing Family:
I worked with Dave for three years from 1995 to 1998 at Verizon. Dave was the embodiment of integrity and honesty. He kept us focused on the things that are important in life. I feel fortunate to have known and worked with him. My thoughts and heart go out to you in this time of great sadness.
Melissa Gay
December 10, 2003 | Richmond, VA
Working at the same company for many years, Dave's path and mine crossed many times. Having children in the same school gave us another commonality and I'll never forget the light that would shine from his eyes when he talked about all of his children with love and pride. He was, without a doubt, one of the nicest people I ever met.
I loved to make Dave laugh. Once he was interviewing me for a job as Project Manager. It was sounding really good until he mentioned with all seriousness...
Sherry McCarthy
December 07, 2003 | Mechanicsville, VA
Jeff,
I'am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I know how much losing a loved one can hurt. I'm sure you have lots of memories to hold on to. That's something no one can ever take away from you. My prays and sympathy to you and your family.
Karen
Karen Suttles
December 07, 2003 | Richmond, VA
To the Farthing family,
We are so saddened about your loss. I can recall so many memories of Mr. Farthing, being a friend of Jennifer's. His youthfulness around his grandchildren is inspiring. May he rest in peace and may you all continue his legacy. Love, Angie and Buck Calhoun
Angie and Buck Calhoun
December 06, 2003 | Glen Allen, VA
