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Michael Farrell Obituary
Augusta, Georgia—
MAJ Michael Farrell Retired, 76, entered into rest January 23, 2021 at his residence in Augusta., husband of Natalie Farrell.
Michael was a Retired Special Forces/ Major in the US Army.
There will be no services at his time.
McNeill Funeral Home 109 Shaw Street Martinez, Georgia 706.364.9122
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The Augusta Chronicle - 1/24/2021
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Farrell
Linda W. Fisher
August 22, 2024
Natalie,
I regret not knowing of this sooner. I am so sorry for your loss. I have recently been looking for individuals I have lost touch with and who were important in my life.
I know grief has no end and offer a heartfelt extension of love.
I will always remember the best Head Nurse I ever had. I am sorry for the hurt, I am sure, Michael's loss has placed on your heart.
Sending love your way.
COL (ret) Linda W. Fisher
Arlen Totherow
October 3, 2022
Maj Farrell was my commander at Fort Bragg in 7th special forces group he was a great commander an even greater man my condolences
Sgt A J Totherow
Jim and Anne Small
June 21, 2022
Sorry my brother is gone....
LTC Scott Goodman
May 24, 2021
Major Mike Farrell was my friend. Mike and I, were US Army Captains, each of us on our third combat tour as I recall, and we met working the tri-border area of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, in the Central Highlands, near Plieku, Vietnam in about 1971.
I liked Mike from the outset, he was a professional soldier, nothing stood in his way. We worked together off and on in special operations and in the late summer or fall of 1971 Mike's final Vietnam tour was coming to an end, we arranged to met in Nha Trang, spent a couple of days together and I drove Mike to the Air America Terminal where he boarded a C47 flight to Saigon and then back to the States.
We kept in touch and by the end of the year we met again, thanks to MG Michael D. Healy, who on the spot, changed my assignment, by VOCO (verbal order commanding officer) to the JFK Special Warfare Center at Fort Bragg, NC in December 1971.
Mike and I served in various positions within JFK Center, 95 Civil Affairs Group, 7th SFG, Special Forces Aviation and fun stuff around Smoke Bomb Hill! Briefly, Mike went to the 82nd Airborne Division but, ultimately found his way "home" to the 7th SF Group.
Mike and I were both anxiously awaiting for our loved ones to meet us at Fort Bragg. My wife to be, a young Vietnamese woman, Chanh, and my daughter, Phuong (Michele) were due to arrive in April of 1972. While in Bangkok, Thailand, Mike had met a US Army Nurse, Natalie, they fell in love and married in Bangkok. Natalie was at the end of her assignment in Thailand and looking forward to being with Mike and her new assignment at Womack Army Hospital.
Duty first! Mike was on a field assignment and he asked me to meet his bride at the airport and take her to his apartment. Meeting Captain Natalie Farrell, was a joy, she was beautiful, intelligent and an all around nice person! Good for Mike!
Major Mike Farrell, was a patriot! A professional soldier. A multi year combat veteran. He loved Special Forces and jumping out of airplanes and helicopters! He lived for adventure. Finally, Mike was a good and loving husband.
Mike was my friend! Brothers at Arms. He will be honored and missed but, Never Forgotten!
Natalie, my heart goes out to you!
As always your friend,
LTC Scott Goodman
USA Ret.
Charles E Solly
April 11, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
SSG Jack W. Rackliff (US Army Retired & RCSO Retired)
February 1, 2021
Prayers and wishes for Major Mike, Natalie and family. I had the pleasure of working for Mike at the Richmond County Board of Education Police, as well being a student at the CSRA Police Academy he had taught. I truly admired Mike and for all he instilled in me as a law enforcement officer. Being a retired veteran from the army I knew what kind of person he was. I am truly sorry for your loss Natalie and know he is now faithfully serving God in heaven now. He will be missed. May God grant you strength and comfort during your time of sorrow
Albert Boudy, CW4 (Ret) USA
January 31, 2021
The Department of Georgia Disabled American Veterans thanks Major (Ret) Michael Farrell, US Army for his honorable service to our nation. To the Farrell family, we know your loss is deep, and your sorrow great, but we want you to know that we share in your sorrow, but more importantly, we recognize that the loss of Major (Ret) Farrell is Heaven’s gain. You are in our heartfelt prayers. May he rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing to his family and all who knew him. Albert Boudy, CW4 (Ret) USA, DAV State Chaplain
Karen Phillips
January 27, 2021
Sending so much healing energies your way Natalie. Major Mike was such a generous, kind soul. I treasure the memories of sharing time together, listening to Mike's amazing stories. A life well lived...rest in peace Mike.
Vicky Dunn
January 25, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful, sincere, and kind leader. I learned so much from Your leadership and guidance during our time of working together. Thanks for teaching me many lifelong skills and always giving kind words of encouragement. You will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy Mrs. Farrell
Robert J Cislo
January 25, 2021
A great friend. Will always cherish the signed book you gave me.
David Barrios
January 25, 2021
Your stories and advice will be missed, Major.
Frederick L Thielke
January 24, 2021
I have and always will have fond memories of Mike. I enjoyed our many talks about military history-we shared a common interest and bond in this. I was intrigued by his weapon collection and spoke often of firing competition. He and Natalie were surrogate grandparents to my grandchildren who once neighbors of theirs. I was shocked and saddened by this news. Just recently, I made a note to reach out-too late. Natalie, if Susie and I can do anything, let us know. Fred Thielke, 706-513-2026
Jane Wiggins
January 24, 2021
Natalie, so sorry for your loss.
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