Barry S. Farwell

Barry S. Farwell obituary, Sterling, IL

Barry S. Farwell

Barry Farwell Obituary

Visit the Schilling Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Barry S. Farwell, 73, of Sterling died Saturday December 13, 2025 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Barry was born December 15, 1951 in Sterling the son of William and Beverly (Suloff) Farwell.

Barry served in the United States Air Force, with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Barry enjoyed spending time with friends and family at the Palms, his favorite hangout.

Survivors include one brother Terry Farwell of Mt. Morris; one sister Kelly Farwell of Aurora; one daughter Erin Southard and her children Taylor and Tristan; and several nieces, nephews, and several great-nieces and nephews.

Barry was preceded in death by his parents William (Beverly) Farwell; and step-mother Shirley Gann Farwell.

Cremation rites have been entrusted to Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation. A Celebration Of Life will take place at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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702 1st Ave., Sterling, IL 61081

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