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Donald Farren Obituary
Born on April 29, 1919, in Rainelle, W.Va., he was the son of the late Herbert R. and Virgie Lester Farren. Don was a former resident of Petersburg, prior to moving to the Outer Banks in 1984. He was a United States Army veteran, having served during World War II, a recipient of the Bronze Star with valor, the American Defense Service Medal, and the European-African Middle Eastern Service Medal.
He is survived by his wife, Helen L. Farren; a son, D.R. Farren Jr. and wife, Karen; two grandchildren, Nicole and Donald R. Farren III; a sister, Mrs. Peggy Burwell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2011, in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, with Chaplain Rachel Luck officiating. The family will receive family and friends at the residence of D.R. and Karen Farren after the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the DAV, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250. Arrangements by the Petersburg Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 3935 S. Crater Road. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
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March 4, 2011
D.R., Sorry to hear about the passing of your father.
Jesse
March 2, 2011
Karen: So sorry to hear of the loss of your father-in-law, can be thankful he lived a long full life to enjoy his family and them him. Blessings to all of his loved ones and may your grief pass gently.
Shirley Rouse
Dolly Carter
March 2, 2011
DR and family, sounds like your father lived a long, happy life--cherish the memories!
Brian & Martha Wood
March 2, 2011
DR and Karen, Our prayers are with you. We are saddened by your loss.
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