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Melvin Farr Obituary
Farr (Mel)
1928 ~ 2018
Melvin Miller Farr (Mel), a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend; passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 5th, 2018. Mel was born May 22nd, 1928 in Ogden, Utah to Eleanor Miller and Lionel Ballantyne Farr. He graduated Central High School (Washington D.C.), University of Maryland and Georgetown University, where he earned his Juris Doctorate Law Degree. He served in the U.S. Air Force.
Mel married Joan Bennett Farr on Feb 2nd, 1953 in the Salt Lake Temple. They have six children: Melvin (Melissa), James (Susan), David (Emily), Carol Ann Farr Cook (Jerry), John (Angelin), Daniel (Stephanie), 24 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Mel was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He served a 2.5 year mission in Uruguay. After retirement, he and Joan served full-time missions to the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, Hawaii and in Wasco, California. His lifelong passion was testifying of Jesus Christ to all those he came in contact with, even during his final days.
Mel will be remembered lovingly by his family and friends. He truly cherished his wife and posterity and was deeply attentive to their needs and involved in their lives.
A viewing will be held Tuesday October 9th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at The Bountiful Tabernacle, 55 S. Main St, Bountiful, Utah. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday October 10th at 12:00 noon in the Mt. Olympus Ward Chapel, 4635 S. Lanark Rd. (3335 E) Holladay. Viewing from 10:00-11:45 a.m. Interment at Farmington City Cemetery. Online guestbook available at www.serenicare.com
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Carolyn Newmeyer Goran
February 17, 2022
I lived on Fortuna Drive and on my way home from School at Fortuna Elementary many times saw Joan gardening. Melvin was my bishop in the Singles Ward. I grew up in that neighborhood and as an adult moved to Taylorsville, but I still made it to the Olympus Singles Ward until they told me because I no longer live in the neighborhood I could no longer go to that singles ward where I knew everyone, because the ward got too big I guess.. Broke my heart and couldn't find a ward I liked better. We were truly a Family on Mt. Olympus and I miss you all. So sorry for your loss. Hugs!
Kaye Johnson
October 10, 2018
Jon and I add our love and prayers to all the Farr family. We wish we could be with you today but are out of town. We have such love and respect for your mom and dad and for all of you. May our Heavenly Father send you comfort and joy in the memory of your dad and mom. What amazing parents !
October 10, 2018
I worked with Mel in HR at the Church. Mel is one of the kindest people I know. Truly a gentle giant of a man.
Always the first to greet you with a big smile and a little quip. Outgoing, happy, loving, caring, Christ-like all describe the Mel I know and love.
LaMont Smith
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Julie Chytraus
October 10, 2018
Farr Family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your father/grandfather/loved one. He was my Bishop when I was in the single ward in the Cove and always had time to listen to a concern or pass on words of wisdom when I most needed to hear them. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us.
Those of us who knew him, and who know you, are mourning with you during this difficult time. We love all of you, and wish you peace and comfort.
Chris and Georgette Bennett
October 10, 2018
To my cousins. We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Mel. He was/is a great man and a great uncle. You are a great family and will continue to make your parents proud.
We were on Uncle Mel's email list and while these past few years we didn't see each other much, he found a way to reach out. We are grateful for his efforts.
Your sorrow will one day be turned to joy. Continue to keep the faith.
Love,
Chris and Georgette Bennett
gary hasson
October 9, 2018
Dear Farr Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad, Mel. I am so glad I had a chance to see him at the last show to chat with him. Always with a smile and good words, he will be greatly missed. May he rest in eternal peace and tranquility as he watches over all of you from the other side. Gary
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