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James Farrell Obituary
James F. Farrell III passed away on December 30, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 6, 1947 in New York, NY, to the late James F. and Stella (Rigas) Farrell, and was raised in Cresskill, NJ. From 1967-1969, he was stationed in Schweinfurt, Germany with the US Army, 3rd Inf. Division. Upon his return home, he pursued a degree in economics at Fordham University and graduated cum laude.
Jim, as he was known to many, was the President and CEO of Farrell International Corporation, a global logistics company in New York. He resided in Old Brookville, NY for many decades and recently moved to Centerport, NY.
Jim spent much of his life in both public and private service to others. He coached his children's athletic teams at St. Patrick's Youth League and was an active member of the Fordham University President's Club, Friends Academy, the Cedar Swamp Historical Society, the Village of Old Brookville Planning Board, and the Huntington Crescent Club where he served on the Board of Governors and was a three-term President. He received many public accolades including "Man of the Year and Outstanding Business Professional" by The Independent Group Home Living Program, one of New York's foremost non-profit agencies serving the severely developmentally disabled; being selected as the Grand Marshal for the Huntington Ancient Order of Hibernians' St. Patrick's Parade; and being honored as "Man of the Year" by The Semantics, a non-profit organization where he served on the Board of Directors and as Vice President.
There was also the silent and purposely unknown side of Jim, the side that quietly shaped the lives of many. He understood the power and importance of education and made that opportunity possible for those who otherwise would not have been able.
His big heart, quick wit, keen intelligence and, above all, love of and devotion to his wife and family, will be forever celebrated, remembered and carried in the hearts of those who were honored to know him.
The beloved patriarch is survived by his devoted wife, Eileen (Kilcommons); his children James IV (Amanda) of New York, NY and Southbury, CT; Kelly (Christopher) Betts of Ladera, CA; Justin (Karina) of White Plains, NY; Shayna (Sean) Rafter of New York, NY; Danielle (Brendan) O'Kane of New York, NY; his eight grandchildren: Anna, Erin, Skylar, Griffen, Gavin (Farrell) and Chris, Rachel and Jacob (Betts); and his three sisters Patricia Farrell Bueb (Joel) of Holmdel, NJ; Mary Farrell Cherif (late Anouar) of Ossining, NY; and Michele Farrell Schwager (Michael) of Colts Neck, NJ; dozens of nieces, nephews, and cousins, in-laws and countless friends. Tragically, he was predeceased by his son Ryan (Amy) of Oyster Bay, NY in 2014.
Friends are invited to gather at M.A. Connell Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 2 and at The Church of St. Patrick on Wednesday, January 3 for a funeral mass of Catholic burial.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Semantics (http://www.thesemantics.org/main/).
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Conrad Brassel
January 7, 2018
On behalf of all of Cresskill's Class of 1965... our deepest condolences on the passing of Jimmy.
He will always have a special place in our hearts. RIP Jimmy.
January 6, 2018
To the family and friends of James, you have my deepest sympathy. May the hope that God's word gives us for those we lost in death be comforting, faith building and encouraging to you (John 6:40) And may the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring comfort to you. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death is reassuring.
D MYERS
January 4, 2018
SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FARRELL FAMILY AND FRIENDS.LOSING A LOVE ONE IN DEATH IS NEVER EASY. ONE DAY MANY WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE AGAIN. MAY THE HOPE OF EVERLASTING LIFE SUSTAIN AND COMFORT YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. JOHN 17:3
The Genoa Family
January 4, 2018
Our deepest condolences. Jim was always be remembered by our family as a kind, gracious and thoughtful man.
January 3, 2018
To his loving family. My deepest condolence to you. And may our heavenly father bring comfort and peace to you. Mathew 5:4
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