David Richard Farris, Sr.
David Richard Farris, Sr.
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David Richard Farris, Sr., age 87, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
David entered this life on November 12, 1937 in Fennimore, Wisconsin to the late Kyle and Genevieve Brainard Farris. He was a retired Vice President and Plant Manager of Trane. David was also a former President of the Gateway Chamber Orchestra and former member of the Clarksville Rotary Club.
Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Rebecca “Becky” Kolar Farris; sons, Bryan Farris (Heather), David Farris (Lori), Jon Farris (Danna); grandchildren, Benjamin Farris, Elizabeth Farris, Sarah Farris, and Kevin Farris; brothers, Jack, Tom, and Bill Farris.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
Arrangements are in the care of McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home, 1209 Madison St, Clarksville, TN.
Online condolences may be made at www.NaveFuneralHomes.com
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