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James E. Farrar

James Farrar Obituary

James E. Farrar James "Jim" Edward Farrar, 73, of Oswego, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 15, 2010, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He was born March 3, 1937, in Parkersburg, WV, a son of the late Wade and Pauline Metz Farrar. He spent the majority of his childhood in Calhoun County, WV, where he developed a love of fast cars and diesel trucks. He pursued this love by devoting the majority of his life to working in the trucking industry, both as driver and general manager. He loved attending and participating in car shows with his sons and brother, and won a multitude of awards for his "attention to detail." He was united in marriage to Marilyn Flanagan on November 6, 1972. They began their marriage in WV, moving to Illinois in 1973, where they spent the majority of their life together. Jim's love for his fellow man and family knew no bounds. He always looked out for those most in need, often anonymously helping others. Our lives will never be the same without his presence, his love and his devotion to his family. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Marilyn Flanagan Farrar; daughters Kathy (Michael) Green of Plainfield, IL, Shari Salvatore of Parkersburg, WV; sons, Christopher (Kate) Farrar of Oswego, IL, Ron Farrar of Vienna, WV and Dennis (Rissa) Farrar of Marietta, OH; two sisters, Betty Farrar of Glenville, WV, and Karen Mace of Chloe, WV; 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; one niece and two nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, William "Bill" Farrar. Visitation will be Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 5 West Washington Street, Oswego, IL with the Rev. Phil Sheets and Dr. Randall Flanagan officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VITAS Hospice Care, 3303 West Jefferson, Suite 204, Joliet, IL 60435.

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Published by Beacon News from Mar. 17 to Mar. 18, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Farrar

15 Entries

David Roller

March 11, 2024

Good to know you Sir for a short time. Rest easy fellow car guy.

David Roller

March 11, 2023

Good and kind man. Real pleasure to meet him.

Debbie Metz Cook

March 11, 2021

I still see your beautiful smile & eyes. I still feel your love & concern for your little cousin (me). I wish I had been able to be around you after I became an adult. Dad always spoke so highly of you. You will forever be missed, & never forgotten. Marilyn, Chris & myself will see you on the other side.

David Roller

October 1, 2010

My family and I first met Jim when he came to look at our green mustang, I know it gave him many years of enjoyment. We offer our sympathies, as a fellow car guy and just plain a great man to know.

Jim Sullivan

March 21, 2010

Marilyn and family, I'm very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a great guy to work with back in the Borg Warner days. A very respected and fun guy to be around. I had an opportunity to visit with him about 4 yrs ago while he sat outside your home & at was fun to share some of the many memories that we had. He will truly be missed and remembered!
God bless you and your family!

dale &cary gates

March 21, 2010

we will miss you

March 20, 2010

Marilyn, Kids, Karen & Betty,
Words escape me to express my sympathies to all of you at this most difficult time. I have such fond memories of Jim from when I was a kid. It is so sad when we let time & miles seperate us from our family. His smile will live forever in my mind.

I pray that God will remain with you all & that the healing process can begin soon.

I am so sorry for your loss, but hopefully Jim & dad are rejoicing in a great family reunion with all those who have gone home.

God be with you,

Debbie (Metz) Cook

Mary Lou Brown

March 18, 2010

Marilyn,
I worked with Jim at Borg Warner and remember the teasing that I got from him, as I graduated from Spencer and He Calhoun Co and they were such rivals..he had an infectious smile and laugh. I know that you will have many special memories of him and will cherish them for a lifetime. May God be with you and bless you deeply with his love.

Mary Lou Mullins Brown

Michelle Barath

March 18, 2010

Marilyn, Chris & family,

What a wonderful picture of Jim here. He looks so happy and full of life. I wish I had to the opportunity to know him better over the years, but I feel like I know him just from all the love and messages from everyone. I can not imagine the pain of losing a spouse or a father but I hope all your wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time. I wish there was something I could do for your family, but just please know that you are in my thoughts and my prayers. I'm so grateful to have known you for so many. You are a wonderful family and now you have an angel to watch over you. I love you.

Allen & Margaret Hergenhahn

March 18, 2010

Sorry to read about your loss Marilyn, Chris and family. It has been a while but still remember us parents watching a basketball with our sons doing their best to up stage Thompson Junior High.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.

Donna & Ken Poundstone

March 17, 2010

Thinking of you and your family in this time of loss.

Debi Downs

March 17, 2010

Marilyn and Family,

Look to the earth, the sea, and the sky, listen to the song of nature, let beauty remind you that all things change, but love is with you always.

Jim was one of my favorite people. I looked forward to seeing him every other week. I know he will be greatly missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Linda Bellomo

March 17, 2010

Marilyn and Chris, I just learned of your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathy. It is painful for you now, but you have fond memories and many years of happiness to help you through this difficult time. Although we haven't seen each other in several years, I have many happy memories of NCC. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. Warmest Regards, Linda

Jeannine Thompson

March 17, 2010

Marilyn and Chris, I want you both to know and feel my heartfelt sympathy that I am sending you, I know how much you love and respect Jim. This is such a horrible loss and I know your journey of healing will be long. He will always be in your hearts and yes the pain of his loss will ALWAYS be present but I know that God will surely help you endure . I know that Jim is at peace now in heaven and is looking down at all of his loved ones with a smile. I feel like I know Jim although I've only met him once but I've loved sharing your life with you both. In your younger years Chris I enjoyed listening to you share with me stories of you and your dad looking at mustangs, going to car shows and yes always detailing your car to the max! Miss Marilyn I'll never forget looking forward to seeing what new jewelry piece Jim always got you for your birthdays and special occasions way back when. My what great taste he had! Of course I know the most important gift he gave both of you was his huge love of his family and old fashioned values that has blessed both of you. Love and prayers to you, Jeannine

Jan Kinch

March 17, 2010

Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. May all of the happy memories you and your family hold bring you joy during this difficult time. God bless you all.

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