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Charles Farmer Obituary
Born April 13, 1954, in Greenville, O., he was the son of the late Donald Jack Farmer and Barbara Johnson Farmer, who survives him.
He graduated from Lakeland High School in 1973. He married the love of his life, Mary Ann Gibbs, on Sept. 10, 1977.
He was a printer for over 35 years. He worked for Newhouse Printing for many years and recently worked for Bates Printing in Massillon. He became affiliated with Eiler Candy Shop, which is his wife's family business.
He was a man of many interests. He thrived on learning and loved watching the History Channel and Jeopardy. He enjoyed reading history books and had a special interest in antiques. Doug was a member of a dart and pool league and spent some of his free time on the golf course.
Doug was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler and Ohio State University fan. He had a huge hat collection. Through the years, he collected over 1,000 hats.
Doug's father was the Ranger of the Clendening Council Boy Scouts and leader of Troop 173 in Freeport, O. Doug earned his Eagle Scout rank through his father's supervision. He was also a member of the Dover Eagles and the Tuscarawas Intervalley Truckers Van Club.
In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by his two daughters, Melissa (husband, Robert) Sours of New Philadelphia, O., and Christina Farmer of Dover; a grandson, Owen Robert Sours of New Philadelphia; two brothers, Donald Michael (wife, Darlene) Farmer of Baton Rouge, La., and Stephen Craig (wife, Sandra) Farmer of Mansfield, O.; a brother in-law, John Gibbs of Dover; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father- and mother-in-law, Howard and Margaret Gibbs; maternal grandparents, Charles and Dorothy Johnson; and paternal grandfather, James Krieger.
A funeral service will be held at the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory in Dover on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Harold Milligan officiating. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home from 11:30 to 2:30 on Saturday. In honoring Doug's wishes, cremation will follow. After the funeral service, a reception will be held at the Toland-Herzig Monarch Center on the Boulevard in Dover.
Those unable to attend, or who want to share a fond memory of Doug may do so by visiting the obituaries link on the funeral home's Web site.
Toland-Herzig
(330) 343-6132
www.tolandherzig.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Farmer
Lindy Campbell
January 8, 2009
My sympathies for your loss. I will miss Farmer. Doug was a friend of my family for a long time!
Betty Whiteman
January 2, 2009
I am so sorry Mary Ann and family, I just saw this today. Please if there is anything I can do let me know.
Judy Tobin-Couts
December 14, 2008
Barb and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Doug from the days of long ago. I was a couple of years ahead of him in school but quite vividly remember his smile and friendly personality. I lost track of him after graduating from Lakeland, but from what the others had to say about him in their messages to you, I can see that he was a truly great guy. May God be with you all.
Shelly Leyman
December 14, 2008
Dear Mary Ann, You may not remember me, but I wanted to know that I am thinking of you and your family. I will remember Doug as always smiling and loving life. Bless you Shelly (Ricklic) Leyman
Shane Hutchison
December 14, 2008
I'll really miss Doug
I first got to know him back in the day
when my mom was in the van club with him.
Then later as an adult we would hang out in Jaspers when my band would play or I'd catch him down at Limby's.
Great person a great friend
Thanks for all the great memories.
Beth Bertini
December 12, 2008
Barb
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care
TOM SHANABERGER
December 12, 2008
THE CONVERSATIONS AND STORIES BETWEEN THE TWO OF US WILL BE SORRLY MISSED WHILE WE SAT IN LIMBYS AND THE ARMY NAVY. ILL MISS YOU AND MAY YOUR NEW JOURNEY BE HAPPY AND PEACEFULL. CHEF TOM SHANABERGER MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY
Mark,Tiffany,Morgan&Sydney Numbers
December 12, 2008
We have known Doug for many years and are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. May God bless you in this time of sorrow and may you cherish the wonderful memories. He was a kind a gentle soul.
Ann Bear
December 12, 2008
It has been a joy to know Doug and all his family since they moved to the Cleveland Boy Scout Camp on Clendening Lake MANY years ago. Doug always had a smile and "Hello" for everyone. All the Farmers were our dear friends. Our big family had lots of great times at their Scout Camp Home. My heart hurts and my eyes weep. Barb and Family, you have my love and compassion, but rejoice: God gave him to you, and took him home to rest, free of pain for all eternity.
Michael & Dannielle Lyon
December 12, 2008
Farmer, as my wife and I called him, was always a person who would make you smile. We will always remember the fun we had at the old Jasper's when bands would play. He was an absolute great person and we were saddened by the news of his passing. Our deepest sympathies go to the family as well as our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Kelley
December 12, 2008
Doug was a good friend and will be missed. Sorry for your loss.
lucile logan
December 12, 2008
You have our sympathy for the loss of your loved one.
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