Robert “Bob” Farnham passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at age 83.
Bob was born July 17, 1940, in Aberdeen, South Dakota to Maurice Farnham and Esther (Luymes) Farnham. He worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 34 years, which eventually brought him to Texas where he lived for 39 years. He enjoyed hunting, the outdoors, horseback riding, legend race car driving, and his service in the Willow Park Fire Department where he served as Chief for 18 years. He was predeceased by his parents and eldest grandson, Jason Lyons Stone.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Janice “Jan” Farnham; and their three children, Barbara Stone (and husband, Don Stone), Michael Farnham (and wife, Trena Farnham), and Michelle White (and husband, Derek White); as well as six grandchildren and four great grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud.
Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, December 9, at Faith Presbyterian Church, 301 Bailey Ranch Road in Aledo. The funeral will follow visitation at 11am. Burial at Annetta Cemetery, 2667 W FM5, Annetta, Texas, will follow the funeral.
The Community News
December 8, 2023
