Daryl Ray Faris

1947 - 2022

Daryl Ray Faris 74, of Palm Desert, California passed away on May 10, 2022 at his home. Daryl was born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 5, 1947. He spent much of his childhood in Fort Stockton, Texas where he graduated from Fort Stockton High School in 1966. Daryl completed his Bachelor of Business Administration at Texas Christian University in 1970, where he was a member and served as President of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity during his time at TCU. After serving his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, he began his career as a Financial Advisor in Midland, Texas where he raised his family. In 1989 he relocated to Palm Desert, California and married Mary Hansen-Faris on November 2, 1990. Daryl recently celebrated fifty years of service in his industry. He continued to share his love of people and knowledge of investing as the Senior Vice President- Investment Officer, at Wells Fargo Advisors in Palm Desert, California with his partners Mary Hansen-Faris and Ben Papinaw. Daryl was known for his gentle demeanor, giving spirit, and dedication to helping his community and those around him whenever an opportunity presented itself. Daryl was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous, and his long-term sobriety, coupled with his selfless acts of service and mentorship, impacted the lives of countless individuals. Daryl was a Master Mason with the Grand Lodge of Texas for over 45 years, as well as a 32° Grand Mason of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Valley of Palm Springs since 1998. He was a member of the Palm Desert Rotary Club. Daryl enjoyed TCU Football, scuba diving, golfing, traveling, hunting with friends and family, playing with his grandkids and spending time with his children. He loved traveling with his wife and partner, Mary. He is remembered for his sense of humor, generous heart, and mischievous smile. Daryl is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Hansen-Faris; daughter, Marcy B. and son in law Bruce Carl of Georgetown, South Carolina; son, Wesley Faris, grandsons Walker and Logan Faris; son, Bobby and daughter in law Betsy B. Faris and grandson Brooks Faris all of Midland, Texas. His sister, Kristi and husband, Jeff Ritchie, nephew Kristopher Ritchie and wife Lisa, niece Ashley B. Schwarm and husband Connor, nephews Randall Clay and wife Alexandra and Jonathan Faris and wife Rachel; twelve great nephews and two great nieces. Daryl is predeceased by his father and mother, Bobby Ray and Betty Louise Faris and his brother, Randall Keith Faris. A Celebration of Life is being planned for June 4 9:00am Fellowship, 10:00am Celebration of Life, St Margaret's Episcopal Church 47535 Hwy 74 Palm Desert CA. Memorial donations can be made to Fellowship Hall PO Box 296, Palm Desert, CA 92261, Harmon Recovery Foundation 49-500 Marne Court, La Quinta, CA 92253 Coachella Valley Rescue Mission or Family YMCA of The Desert 43-930 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert, CA 92260.