Larry-Farris-Obituary

Larry Farris

Dallas, Texas

1937 - 2022

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DIED
February 16, 2022
LOCATION
Dallas, Texas
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FARRIS, Larry "To fly west, my friend, is a flight we all must take for a final check" Larry J. Farris took that flight west on February 16, following a brief battle with congestive heart failure and a broken hip. A lifelong aviator, he passed away peacefully spending his final days surrounded by...

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Wha t a great friend when we both worked with IFALPA. I was Regional VP North Atlantic and knew him well.

Hi this is Garrett his great grandson. This man was a great impact in many peoples lives and I wish I could have gotten to know him better. But I know he is happy where he is right now in heaven. My condolences - Garrett Lee

When I was 14, Larry gave me my 2nd flying lesson in a Super Cub at White Rock Airport in 1957. Around 1960, after I'd gotten my private license, Larry invited me to fly him and two other instructors at Dallas-Garland Airport on a short ride to Addison or somewhere. After takeoff, the engine cut out and I reached down between the seats to check the proper fuel tank was selected ... and I found Larry's hand down there ...he had turned the fuel off. He grinned and turned the fuel back on and...

Larry was a cool guy without even trying. We miss seeing him walking Lucky IV in the neighborhood. My heartfelt sympathies to Karen.

My prayers go for the family of a wonderful friend and IFALPA Leader.

deepest condolences to Karen and her family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.