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JOHN FARRELL Obituary

FARRELL, John J. III Of Needham, February 27, 2025. Beloved son of the late John J. and Elizabeth M. (Kelley) Farrell. Brother of Michael J. Farrell of West Roxbury and William J. Farrell of Westwood. Services private. For online guestbook, gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781 444 0687

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 1 to Mar. 2, 2025.

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Chrissy Olson

December 1, 2025

My dear friend, you have been on my mind a lot these days and I totally know it is because whenever
I needed a friend and someone to listen you ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS were there to let me talk and you would always check-in to be sure everything was okay. The holidays really remind us how much we miss our loved ones. I hope you are watching over me. I love you always!!

Marie Celestin

March 19, 2025

Dear John, I'm still in shock and can't believe you're really gone. I have such great memories of you when you used to call the office to check up on me or to put a work order in. You helped me move to my new apartment back in 2018 and I will always be grateful. I look at all the stuffed animals on my desk that you gave me and they are a reminder of your kindness. Thank you for treating me like a human being. You are missed and I pray for your family's strength. I love you and you will never be forgotten. You'll always have a special place in my heart. Fly high dear friend.

Jan Galatis

March 15, 2025

You are sorely missed!

Paul Cisternelli

March 14, 2025

So sorry to hear about John's passing. He was always kind and considerate as a neighbor. Best wishes.

John shelley

March 13, 2025

Mke and billy,sorry for your loss hope that John is at peace watching a ballgame with dad in heaven .Dave was in California and sends his condolences.

Billy Barry

March 8, 2025

Billy and Mike so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers for ALL. RIP John

Chrissy Olson

March 3, 2025

My dear friend John, Thank you so much for a decade of friendship. I will cherish all of our memories and all the laughs we've shared. This obituary is missing so much about you. Your love for the Boston sports, the way you cared deepley for those who cared about you. A true heart of gold was always in you. Last year you checked in daily when you knew I needed a friend to help me through a diffult time my family was having. We may not have always seen eye to eye, but we sure were always there when we needed each other and I love you for that!! Haha sorry about the back yard adventure you have to admit that was hilairous, I don't think I ever laughed so hard. I have so many wonderful memories of you my friend. Thank you for everything. I love you to the moon and back and we will meet again soon and when we do I will have the biggest hig for you. Rest easy. God bless and Love you xoxo

Brian Kelley

March 3, 2025

Mike and Billy,
Thinking of you both, John, and your Parents. Take care.

Douglas Dike

March 2, 2025

My deepest sympathies to Billy and Michael.

Cheryl Trusas

March 2, 2025

John..you are so missed...thank you for loving Annie so much .she loved you like no other...you felt it too...we will always remember your laugh and many stories. As nd how kind you were...I'm glad your pain is gone in so many ways...fly high John til we all meet again...love you. My patriots buddy....cheryl

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