Gary Farley

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Obituary

Gary Ellis Farley

65, a resident of West Fork, Arkansas, passed away September 17, 2010 at his home in West Fork. He was born May 25, 1945 at Detroit, Michigan, the son of Hartsil and Sophia Letner Farley.

Gary retired from Jones Motor Co. of Fayetteville. After retirement he loved being on the farm and being with friends and was always available to help others.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Harvey and Gerald Farley.

Survivors include his wife Donna Harp Farley of the home; one daughter, Carrie Farley Davis and husband Jeff of West Fork, Arkansas; one stepdaughter Ronda Harp Poettcker and husband Jim of Dallas, Texas; one brother, Jerry Farley of Paragould, Arkansas; and one sister Janice Farley of Jonesboro, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Preston Davis, Peyton Davis, Amber Harp Qualls, Tomi Ann Harp, Katy Poettcker, and Allison Poettcker; two great-grandchildren, Harper McCracken, and Henley Qualls.

The family will receive friends Monday, from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 2:00 P.M. at the New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with Randy Burris officiating. Burial will be in Baptist Ford Cemetery Greenland, Arkansas.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The complete obituary may be viewed on the Luginbuel Web Page. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com

Funeral Service

Tuesday, September 21, 2010
2:00 pm

New Sulpur Free Will Baptist Church - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Visitation

Monday, September 20, 2010
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Luginbuel Funeral Home - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Final Resting Place

Baptist Ford Cemetery

General

Date of Birth: May 25, 1945

Date of Death: Sep 17, 2010

Age: 65

Documents

Memorial Folder

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REMEMBERING THE GOOD TIMES.

Shorty And May Tanner - Friend

FAMILY, I WORKED FOR GENERAL MOTORS AS A REPRESENTATIVE CALLING ON JONES MTR. CO. FOR YEARS. GARY AND I WERE GOOD FRIENDS AND I ALWAYS ENJOYED THE FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE PRESENTED AT THIS GM DEALERSHIP..ESPECIALLY WITH GARY AND RICK IN THE PARTS DEPARTMENT. HE WAS A MAN OF HIS WORD..ALWAYS CO-OPERATIVE AND FRIENDLY TO ALL THE PATRONS.

Ron Harrison - Friend

Before Meremel Farm even had a name, Gary Farley was THE ‘go to’ guy. He rushed down the hill to kill snakes, fix water line, put out hay for horses and cattle in the worst of weather, change tires, trouble-shoot equipment problems, repair fences, fix what horses and humans broke, pull us out of ditches and get us out of pickles. If he couldn’t fix something, he knew who could…and in short order had even the most daunting task effortlessly completed. It was no mistake that we gave Gary the ‘golden hammer’ award last year for his decade of trouble-shooting, kindness and generosity. Gary was always willing to bail us out of trouble and counseled us on how we could best take care of the equipment and the land at Meremel. He inadvertently taught us how to become better people. Many times the U of A students who work at Meremel would call Gary for advice, help, or a shoulder to lean on – and he was always there for them, proving to be a valuable mentor to scores of young people who love the farm life while generously sharing his knowledge. Gary Farley was one-of-a-kind, and will be sorely missed.

Kathi Jogan & Meremel Farm Workers/horse Owners - Friend

Donna, our hearts go out to you and family members. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Gary was always a joy to be around.

Del & Juanita Gibson - Friends

Gary,good neighbor & friend will be missed deeply.

Bob & Erin Long - Friends

Carrie, just a note to say how sorry I am for the loss of your Daddy. Carrie, you are a sweet girl. Your family are in our thoughts as you go through this hard time in your life. Please know that you have so many friends that are here for you. Take care, Tammy Smith

Bill & Tammy Smith - Friends To Carrie Davis

We were so sorry to hear of your loss and want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

Randy & Linda Bradley - Friends

Donna, you are in our thoughts and we are sorry for your lose. Dorothy has told me many stories of you and Gary in his days of courting you. We had some good times at the barn dances also. If you need anything , just let us know.Bill and Dorothy

Dorothy And Bill Boyd - Acquaintance

What great memories we will always have of Gary. What a Guy! What a Friend! Someone we knew we could always depend on. Going to miss sharing birthdays (Janet's), laughs and good times. He will be missed by our entire family. Donna, we love you, you are in our prayers.

Walter(spud) & Janet Mitchell - Friends

Thinking of you Donna

Lana Hammons - Friends Of The Family

I am very sorry of this news, Gary has always been like a part of our family and he was always there to help both our parents when they were up in their years. He will always be remembered and missed.

Doug And Joanie Mains - Friend

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

George & Marilyn Edwards - Friends

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

George And Marilyn Edwards - Friends

James Pratt

Donna, Carrie & Family: Our hearts are very saddened for the loss of a good freind & neighbor. You could always count on Gary to help you out or walk you thru it.He will be greatly missed. Cindy Daniel & Sarah Bell

Cindy Duncan - Friends

Donna, we were so sorry to hear about Gary. Please know that you are in our prayers. Love, Greg and Debbie

Debbie & Greg Boen - Friend

Carrie, We just heard about your dad, we are so sorry for your loss.

Carl & Annie Bell

Donna, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Please feel free to call on us if there is ever anything we can do.

Dave And Jennifer Calvert - Neighbors

Good Man, Dad and Gary worked together at Jones had some great times together. Will miss him, Sorry to see him go. But dad and Gary can talk now that they are together Mike,Connie, and Tawana Hillian

Mike Hillian - Friends

Remembering Gary waving from the tractor. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna.

Christina Westminster - Neighbor

Gary was a pleasure to work with, and became a liflong friend. We will miss his smile, humor and stories. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mark & Sheri Blais - Friends Of Gary, Former Co-Workers

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of your sorrow. I will miss Gary's smiling face and words of encouragement. He will be greatly miss by everyone.

Emily Davis

Donna, Sending you and Gary's family our deepest sympathy. You are in our prayers. Marion and Carolyn Crider

Marion And Carolyn Crider

I am so very saddened at the loss of a FRIEND who was always so kind and close to our family. He was always there for my parents and we loved him dearly. He was always very giving of himself. He will be truly missed!

Mary Mains Krebs And Eric Krebs - Friend

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Rodney Waterson & Family - Friend

Donna, we are so sorry for your loss. Gary was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed. If there is anything we can do for you or your family please let us know.

Jared And Holly Sams - Friend Of Family

SORRY to the family, will miss a great friend,the family will be in all my prayers, van jay.

Van Reed - Friend To Gary

Everyone that knew Gary will miss him.

Byron Suggs

I'm sorry to just learn of Gary's passing. He was a good friend to me. He and I were in the Washington County Posse together. He helped me with auto repair issues in my body shop. I will truly miss him. May God comfort those of you he left behind.

Manny Backstrom - Friend

Just heard about Gary and wanted to say how sorry Frankie and I are for the loss. He was a good friend and co worker. I hope your family is doing ok and I will always have fond memories of Gary. Mike and Frankie Edwards

Mike Edwards - Friend/ Former Co Worker