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Gordon A. "Gordy" Farrell

1955 - 2016

Gordon A. "Gordy" Farrell obituary, 1955-2016, Green Lake, WI

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Gordon Farrell Obituary

Farrell, Gordon "Gordy" A.

Gordon "Gordy" A. Farrell, age 60, of Green Lake, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 23, 2016, at Theda Care Medical Center in Appleton.

Gordy was born October 18, 1955, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Norman and Marilyn (Pitcher) Farrell. He graduated from Princeton High School in 1973. Gordy served our country as a SSG in the United States Army National Guard from 1973 - 1986. He went on to further his education at Cardinal Stritch University and received his business degree. Gordy was the Founder and CEO of Farrell Wagon Company in Green Lake. He served on the Green Lake School Board from 2007 to 2014. He was a member of the Lions Club in Green Lake and the Green Lake Willis-Chapel Legion Post #306. Gordy was well known in the community for his wonderful spirit about life.

Gordy is survived by his two children, Sara (Tom) Behling of New York and James (Brittany) Farrell of Oshkosh, WI; seven grandchildren, Alex, Rebecca, Hannah, Matthias, Wesley, Hudson and Nora; three sisters, Ann (Tim) Marr of New Berlin, WI, Collen (Keith) Kasuboski of Wautoma, WI and Patty (Lee) Volp of Winneconne, WI; nieces and nephews, Mandy (Steve) Krueger, Ben (Beth) Farrell, Alyson (John) Hamel, Kevin Marr, Joe Kasuboski, Steve (Lyndsey) Kasuboski, Carly Volp and Elise Volp; his beloved, Janice Keller and her children, Brandi (Travis) Kovalaske, Audra (Jamie) Howen and Kerrie (Nick) Bredemann and Janice's grandchildren, Mahaila, Miranda, Ethan, Maleigha, McKenna, Peyson, Annelise and Rylend. Gordy was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Marilyn; brother, Tim and sister, Connie.

Visitation for Gordon will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2016, from 4 - 8:00 pm at Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home, 515 Mayparty Dr., Ripon, WI 54971 and again on Friday, May 27, 2016, from 1 - 2:00 pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1211 W. Main St., Princeton, WI 54968.

Mass of Christian Burial for Gordon will be held on Friday, May 27, 2016, at 2:00 pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Princeton. Father Dale W. Grubba will officiate. Interment will follow at Dartford Cemetery in Green Lake with Full Military Honors. A memorial is being established in Gordy's name.

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Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on May 25, 2016.

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Maribeth Thammahong

May 26, 2016

Gone to soon sweet Gordy! love and prayers to the entire Farrell family.

May 25, 2016

We had some good times together. (card playing, short sheeting beds, ball games at the park)Rest in peace. James

Cindy Myroniuk

May 25, 2016

To a True Irishman, May your eternal light shine forever. May you rest in peace. Sending love, peace, and comfort to all of Gordy's family members, close siblings and dearest friends. Now, you can dance...

Joan & DuWayne Schueler

May 25, 2016

Gordy was liked by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him, always willing to take the time to talk. He was a close friend of my brother, Jim Zimmerman and his family. Gordy is in a better place now. May all your wonderful memories be a comfort to you all during this sad time. Our sincere sympathy to the family of Gordy.

Ann Kelm

May 25, 2016

Gordie, you are one of the bravest and most determine man I have ever known! You are so loved by so many and truly will be missed. Deepest sympathy to all of you

Brian Hoffman

May 24, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with Gordy's family

Kurt Sauerbreit

May 24, 2016

May God Bless you Gordy and soar high,you sure overcame mountains here on earth! Prayers and strength to your family.

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May

26

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home & Crematory

515 Mayparty Dr PO Box 371, Ripon, WI 54971

May

27

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

1211 W. Main St, Princeton, WI

May

27

Mass of Christian Burial

2:00 p.m.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Princeton, WI

May

27

Interment

Dartford Cemetery

Green Lake, WI

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515 Mayparty Dr PO Box 371, Ripon, WI 54971

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