It is with sadness too deep for words that we announce the passing of John Patrick Farwell, on Monday, August 25, 2008, age 40. John will always be remembered with great love, and so sadly missed by his Mom – Cecelia (& the late Louis) Farwell, and by his family – Don & Stella Farwell of Stratford; Dorothy & Rick Kay of St. Thomas; MaryAnne & Greg Sunderland of London; Berni Farwell & Sandra Hockin of London; Ken & Hennie Farwell of Exeter; Ed Farwell of Tecumseh; Rita (& the late David) Hanna of London; Joe Farwell & Melinda McCoy of Cambridge; Tim Farwell of Hensall. He will also be dearly missed by 13 nieces and nephews, and their families and his many uncles, aunts and cousins. Fondly remembered by Kimberly Kerr, of Alberta. John was a professor of Theatre Arts at the University of Lethbridge, Alberta, and was very highly regarded by his students and colleagues. He was born in Zurich, ON, and has lived in Eastern, as well as Western Canada. John has always been a most loving, gentle, and caring son, brother, uncle, and friend. We will always love John, and cherish the wonderful memories he has left us. With God’s help and with the love and strength of our incredible family, we will make it through this difficult time.
Resting at J. M. McBeath Funeral Home 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich, where visitation will be held on Friday, August 29, from 2:00 – 4:00, and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m..
Mass of the Christian Burial will celebrated on Saturday, August 30, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, Zurich. Fr. Peter Keller celebrant. Interment St. Boniface Cemetery. Parish prayers will be said in the funeral home on Friday at 7:00 p.m
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
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Condolence From: Cynthia MacDonald
Joe, Melinda & Family,
My deepest sympathy in your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cynthia
Condolence From: Joe & Joanne Bengough, Jason & Jacqueline
To the Farewell Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Memories are wonderfull, cherish them and hold them dear to you.
The Bengough Family
Condolence From: Jack and Corrie Jochems
Dear Family,
We are very sorry and shocked that John has passed away we where his COR parents a few years back we will pray for Jon’s soul and you his family that the good LORD will comfort you in these difficult times.
Jack and Corrie Jochems
Condolence From: Gina Mancini
Dear Ed & Family,
I work with Ed at Union Gas in Windsor. My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. You were there for me when I lost my sister-in-law unexpectedly & I hope I can do the same for you as well.
My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of loss & sorrow.
Gina Mancini
Condolence From: Marilyn Ohler
Don, Stella and Family,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of your brother John. May your faith and support from your friends and family sustain you through this time of grief.
Marilyn
Condolence From: Connie & Gary Birmingham
Our sincere condolences are sent to the whole family of John Farwell, especially Don & Stella. Your loss is tremendous and we are praying for you at this difficult time.
Condolence From: Bill Davies, Elaine Overholt, Debra Barron, Gina Mancini
Condolence: Ed, all of us here in your office are very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our condolences and know we are all thinking of you and your family in this tough time.
Condolence From: bill latimer
Hello to Don et al; Sorry to miss saying goodbye at the end of the service.Pat was at physio in the hospital waiting,and you and family were busy with lots of people. The service was meaningful and the comments by teachers,students et al displayed the esteem in which they held John.We pray that Jesus will remove the pain that all are feeling and heal the hole with His love. Bill and Pat
Condolence From: Karin Brose (Thousand Islands Playhouse)
I worked with John a number of times, and have many fond memories of laughs shared. I know he will be missed deeply by family and friends, and my thoughts are with you all.
Condolence From: Rita Hogan
To Cecilia and family: Thinking of you during this time of great sadness. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Rita
Condolence From: Brenda (hartman) Brunelle
Aunt Cecilia and family, my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Your family truly is built on a solid foundation made of God’s love and strength. May the foundation of your deep of love for each other bring you comfort during this difficult time. With much love and prayers, Brenda Brunelle Windsor, ON
Condolence From: Phil Lenoir
Joe, My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family on this tragic and untimely loss. Phil
Condolence From: Karen & Randy Stanlake
Our hearts go out to your family at this sad time. He lives on through the wonderful memories in all your hearts.
Condolence: My Sincere sympathy to Cecelia and all her family Doris
Condolence From: Ed Debbie Meidinger
Tho we had lost touch,John was a great friend many years back.Hope God will heal the sorrow felt at this time.
Condolence From: Erica Parks (Heyland)
Dear Farwell Family, I was deeply saddened to hear the news of John’s passing. He was a most loving, intellectual, gentle, caring person and a dear friend. We spent three years together during our undergraduate years at the University of Ottawa, the third of which he worked at the Sudbury Theatre Center, and then a fourth living in Toronto before he moved West. I feel blessed to have had him as a part of my life then and to have made contact briefly, earlier this year, after such a long time. He always had such pride in what a large, supportive, loving family he has. I wish all of you strength and peace at such a difficult time. He will live on in the memories we all have of him and the things we have learnt by having him in our lives. Erica Parks (Heyland) Toronto, ON