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Stephen was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on December 14, 1947 to Jess and Liberity Farley. He attended Duncan U. Fletcher High School and went on to Florida State University after graduation. Steve retired with the Jacksonville Police Department after 33 years of service. He enjoyed retirement and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Steve is survived by his wife of 34 years, Valerie Farley; son, Stephen J. Farley (Melissa); and grandchildren, Reed R. Farley and Ryan V. Farley, and their grandmother, Vicki.
A Memorial Service will be held at Providence Bible Church on May 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM and a reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
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Patricia Davis
May 6, 2025
I am very sorry to hear of Steve´s passing. He was nice, friendly and just an all around good guy. He was also an excellent police office and glad I got to know him. Sympathies to all of his family and friends.
Patricia Seldon Davis
JSO retired.
Rick Emery
April 30, 2025
Val, I'm so sorry to hear about Steve. He was a great friend and we had some great times together. Getting over surgery but I plan to be at his service God bless you and your family
David Fenner
April 29, 2025
Steve was an incredible human. Alongside Val, I never met a warmer, friendly couple. I moved into Cimarrone in 2004, walking our Mastiff you both approached me and offered a drink. We became friends immediately. You will be missed by so many people that had the pleasure of being in your circle. This came about too early, I hope to meet up with you someday in Heaven! Val, let's stay in touch....Love you both.
Dave and Dee Fenner
Marcella Holton
April 27, 2025
Steve I am so sorry to hear of your passing. You were a great friend and neighbor to Arthur and me, and coworker to Arthur.
Rest in peace, and know that your love of Pomeranians was passed on to us.
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Rick Parker
April 27, 2025
Rest in Peace Steve. Honored that we crossed paths my friend.
Gary Cobb
April 27, 2025
Rest in Peace Lt. You were my first SWAT Commander and it was an honor serving with you on the team. Until we meet again brother.
Lonnie Miller Jr.
April 26, 2025
Prays to the family, from the Miller family.
Lonnie Miller Jr.
Jenny and Dan Palmer
April 25, 2025
Val, I´m so very sorry to hear about Steve´s passing. We so enjoyed having you both as across the street neighbors here at the river. Dan and I have many fond memories of you both and your pups. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts.
Jenny and Dan
Elora Satterfield
April 25, 2025
I am so sorry Valerie. Although I didn´t get to meet Steve just knowing you has added so much joy to my life and the lives of Jodi and Elora. We will be down there at the end of May and will come and see you then. God bless you at this time of sorrow and may He hold you in His arms. We love you. Dale, Jodi and Elora Satterfield
Lynne Young
April 24, 2025
Farewell my friend, until we meet again. Peace to your family, and rest in the arms of the God we both serve.
Willie ztT
April 24, 2025
Valerie, so sorry for your loss. Always thought Steve was a good guy and a fair leader. Please know our prayers are with you. Always Willie Taylor
Ann Morton
April 24, 2025
One of the BEST, Class of '66.
Gone too soon.
Ann Morton
John
April 24, 2025
Steve was a great man! Great officer, great person!!! Our loss! God's Gain!!
Karen Preslicka
April 24, 2025
Rest in Peace my brother in blue. Such a great leader and pleasure to work with. You will be missed sir Go rest High on that Mountain . Prayers of comfort for your family
Gary Bass
April 23, 2025
Sincere condolences to Steve´s family. I knew Steve from Fletcher High School and where he was an outstanding football player. I also knew Steve through the Jacksonville Sheriff´s Office where he was a good Police Officer. Steve was just a good guy to have known. R.I.P. Friend.
Paulette Vines
April 23, 2025
Condolences to Steve´s family. I am a Farley cousin. My mother was his father´s sister. We spent time together when we were young kids but had lost touch over the years. I wish we had remained in contact. Sending love and prayersThis is a picture my mother had of Steve with his mother and father.
Your cousin, Paulette Wilson Vines
Michael Rutledge
April 23, 2025
Steve was a truly great man. It was a joy and honor to work with him. May he rest in heaven.
Ricky Dowling
April 23, 2025
A great friend, great classmate, a brother in blue and family to me. I will miss you my friend and I will see you again someday. Love you brother. Ricky Dowling
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