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Nina Farmer Obituary
Nina Mae Montgomery Farmer, age 94, of Raleigh, North Carolina and formerly of Galax, Virginia passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2015 in the Oaks at Mayview in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Mrs. Farmer was born in Carroll County, Virginia on January 13, 1921 to John Wise and Anne Blanche Chappell Montgomery. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Oley Farmer and brother Claude Kennon Montgomery.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Marcelle Farmer Hooks and Claude Allen Hooks of Raleigh, North Carolina; son and daughter-in-law Richard Oley Farmer and Gail Puder Farmer of Hampstead, North Carolina; grandchildren Christopher Parrish; Melissa G. Byrd; Clarinda D. Howard; Olivia Mae Farris and Audra M. Burrows; seven great-grandchildren; one niece Sharon Montgomery-Jertberg.
The funeral service will be held Saturday, June 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM in the Vaughan-Guynn Chapel with Elder Steve Gayheart officiating. Burial will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Saturday from 1:00 PM until time for the funeral service at the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Woodlawn Cemetery,c/o Libby Bowman, P O Box 391, Woodlawn, VA 24381
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com
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Rita Whited
June 30, 2015
So sorry to hear about your Mom she was a wonderful lady she will be missed.
Susan Brown
June 26, 2015
My condolences to all the family in the loss of your beloved relative. Ms. Farmer was a wonderful Christian lady and it was a privilege to get to know her and enjoy her friendship, hospitality and giving spirit.
Sue Edwards
June 24, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Amanda Barbour
June 24, 2015
Prayers to the whole family on your loss! Praying for you now in the days ahead.
Don &Karen Lane
June 24, 2015
So sorry for your loss Dickie and family we are praying for you and yours.
Gary & Modeen Parrish
June 24, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your loved one give you comfort in your sorrow. God bless you & your family at this difficult time. With loving thoughts & prayers~~~
Lisa Blake
June 24, 2015
Thinking of you Marcelle and Allen
June 24, 2015
Nina was a good friend and neighbor. I do miss her.
Rosalie Neville
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