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1942
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2025
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James Farrand Obituary
Dr. James Craig “Jim” Farrand, 83, of Lower Saucon Township, Northampton County, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, October 31, 2025. He was the loving husband of Mary Ann (Keltsch) Farrand, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage, having wed on September 24, 1960. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 18, 1942, he was the son of the late James R. and Kathleen (Hansing) Farrand.
Jim was employed in the paper manufacturing industry as a Technology Manager, holding various positions before retiring in 2008. Following retirement, he continued to work as a consultant in New Hampshire.
He was a devoted member of Grace Church, Bethlehem, where his love of music was evident. Together with his wife, he served as choir director and organist, respectively, and he enjoyed performing with local classical music choruses. Jim’s greatest passion was sailing, though he also found joy in sports and running.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Ann; his four children: Julie of Haddonfield, NJ; James (Carmen) of Cleveland, OH; Sandra (Dr. Greg) Anderson of Galena, MD; and Craig (Susan) of Coopersburg, PA; and his five siblings: Nancy Allen of Santa Rosa, CA; Thomas (Carol) of San Antonio, TX; Mary Collins of Kalamazoo, MI; Faith (Kevin) Allen of Lake City, MI; and Ann Smolinski of Chattanooga, TN. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
A Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a later date. Interment will be held at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park South, Kalamazoo, MI. Arrangements are entrusted to the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. – Hellertown. To share an expression of sympathy with the family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Church Bethlehem, St. Luke’s Hospital Oncology Department, or Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Catasauqua.
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for James Farrand
Vicki Sorensen
December 1, 2025
Jim has always been a wonderful man to me. He was a mentor and always showed his love and life in Jesus. I wish I could've talked or seen him at least one more time. I am there with you all in spirit, you all mean so much to me. Praise God for Jim and his heavenly home. ❤
Robert Jaquays
November 10, 2025
The world is a lesser place with Jim's passing. I've know Jim for most of my life, and we will all miss him. When someone passes we all have a void--fill it with fond memories. God's love and comfort to his beloved family and good friends.
Vicki Sorensen
November 4, 2025
What a wonderful mentor, cousin and friend to me! I know his struggle has ended and he was been restored with the Lord in Heaven. My love and blessings to all. I look forward to seeing him again someday. ❤
Kathy Fenstermacher
November 3, 2025
Dear Mary Ann and family,
My heart breaks for all of you on the loss of your beloved Husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Although, we knew this day would come it's never going to make the pain less. Please accept my condolences on his passing. His gentle kindness and strength was always apparent. If I can help you in any way please let me know. Praying for all of you as you navigate the roller coaster of his loss. Peace be with you as much as possible.
Your friend, Kathy at Yeager's Pharmacy
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Bud Oswald
November 3, 2025
My sympathies to you Mary Ann and family. I´m glad that I was able to get to know Jim in the past few years and enjoyed our times in the K group.
Yeager's Pharmacy
November 3, 2025
Dear Mary Ann, all family and friends of Jim, We are so terribly sad to read of Jim's passing. We know he fought the good fight and from our view with much faith. He was a very kind man and we will miss him, too. Peace be with you in your deepest time of sorrow. May you find comfort from the wonderful memories that you shared and may you find strength from one another in all the days ahead. We offer prayers to you and our deepest condolences. Sincerely your friends at Yeager's Pharmacy. Mick, Bonnie, Tiffany, Albert, Kathy, Beth, Scott, Terry, and Pat. 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Debbie Schall
November 3, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Your smiles and positive attitudes will never be forgotten. You will always be remembered. From the Valets at St Lukes Bethlehem Campus
Marilyn Lapekas
November 2, 2025
Jim was a fellow high school classmate when we played in the high school orchestra. He played the Cello and I played the viola. I like Jim. He was a friendly and decent guy. I will miss him.
Dee Fitzsimmond
November 2, 2025
Jim was among many high school friends, all those years ago. A couple of years ago we reconnected and it was fun to talk about our lives, our families, snd the twists snd turns of our lives. Occasionally when he and Mary were in Michigan we would get together, and finally I met Mary. She was as perfect as he said.
It was a pleasure knowing him and I will miss his kind spirit, ready smile, and quick wit.
Richard Skalski
November 2, 2025
I remember our times together at PHS. I will cherish those memories of past times together.
Skyler Fodor
November 2, 2025
I’ll never forgot our last hug, Grandpa. Thanks for being my role model and hero over the years. You have always been “bigger than life” to me, and you lit up every room you entered with a grin and a laugh. From attending sports events to graduations to talking on the phone from opposite coasts, you have been supportive both near and far. I know one day we will meet again in heaven, but for now I will miss you. I’m thankful that the Lord blessed me with a grandpa like you.
Van Merkle
November 1, 2025
An amazing man and great family. It was good to know you and the family. Van Merkle
Janis & Jerry Charvala
November 1, 2025
We will miss Jim's wonderful laugh, camaraderie and smile. Sweet memories have already flooded our minds. What a privilege and gift it is to us to have been part of Jim's life and to have listened to Jim's many musical talents. We're sure that Jim is part of the heavenly orchestra now.
Nina Kudryavtseva
November 1, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful Uncle Jim. We will love you and miss you always. In a world full of uncles, I was so lucky to get you. Not everyone is as lucky as I am to have an uncle like you to love. When it comes to having you for my uncle, I feel like I won the uncle lottery. Always loved, never forgotten, forever missed.
Nancy Miller
November 1, 2025
We have been honored and blessed to walk in this world with Jim. He was a most sincere , faith-filled and dedicated man, not to mention musician and bass singer! It was always a joy to watch him enjoy and consume a meal, and to discuss innumerable world events. He and Maryann have been, and are, a treasure. RIP, friend.
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