Dr. James Elliott Farrell

I miss Jim! I remember the first time I went rollerblading with him. He would rollerblade all the way to the U of MN, hopping curbs and doing tricks along the way.

There are many wonderful memories that have been shared here about Jim... He was also an excellent carpenter and could come up with wonderful, completely original designs. Jim worked on several projects in the home where I still live... Most days as I notice his beautiful woodworking projects I think about him and all the many lives that he touched (deeply) in his very short life.

Jimmy,
Since Greta was nice enough to extend this memorial, I thought I would add to it.
A day, even a moment, does not pass without your presence, often wondering what your take may be, or how you would approach something I am going through. I miss having your thoughts, as you were often my biggest cheerleader, urging me to a greater victory. Thankfully I can still hear your laugh, or your heartfelt ahhh, ring through my ears. I so miss your enthusiasm on any given subject and...

Gayle,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about the loss of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

My thoughts and prayers to Jim's family. I know what you are going through and am very empathetic. Much love to you in heaven.

Pat, Laurie, Dee Dee, Kathy and Mary,
As an old friend, I hadn't seen Jimmy since he was a cute little 6 or 7 year old kid- how impressive to know that he grew up to have such academic success! I am so very sorry for your huge loss.
Virginia Ferm Irwin

We knew Jim as "the skier" and met him at our lake, in Hayward WI, through my daughter and son-in-law. Too neat a guy to have been taken so soon. Memories will be in all his friends hearts for a long time.
Sandy and Wayne Hutchison
Home of the American Birkebeiner

I was really shocked and sad to hear that Jim died so tragically. We always think that friends and family will be around for most of our lives. I knew Jim since the late 80s. He was fun to be around, sometimes challenging, witty and had goofy laugh! I'll miss bumping into him at the block parties, rollerblading the lakes and reading about all his adventures. Rest in peace my dear friend!

I am so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was always a great person to be around and will truly be missed. My best wishes go out to his family at this tough time.