Richard James Farrell
Passed: February 11, 2018
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Richard James Farrell
Passed: February 11, 2018
Obituary
Richard James Farrell, age 76 of Litchfield Park, AZ died February 11, 2018 in Litchfield Park, AZ. He was born July 17, 1941 to Kenneth and Lucille (Farrell) Bloechl in Green Bay, Wisconsin. At a very young age his family moved to Oshkosh, Wisconsin where Richard lived for many years. Richard served in the 32nd Division of the Army National Guard. He worked as a licensed plumber for over 40 years in both Wisconsin and Arizona. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish.
Richard is survived by his wife, Joann Farrell; daughter Debra (Todd) Nelson; sons, Rich (Sue) Farrell, Jeff (Linda) Farrell, Kenneth (Leslie) Farrell; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Farrell and Lucille (Farrell) Bloechl; brother, William Farrell; sister, Patricia Zuehlke, and brother-in-law Marvin Zuehlke.
A visitation will be held at 11:00 am followed by a funeral service at 12:00 pm, Friday, February 16, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ. Committal services will be at 1:30 pm at Holy Cross Cemetery, 9925 W Thomas Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392.
11 responses to Richard James Farrell
Rick Walp says:
February 13, 2018
Our heart’s are broken. God bless him, he was a good friend and neighbor for years. Joann, you and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Go Packers!
Jenny Schneider says:
February 13, 2018
JoAnn, Deb, Rich, Ken and Jeff–
We are so sorry for your loss. We have many good memories of Rick at the cottage and hanging out with my parents. Please know that all of us (Jenny, Julie, Jill and Scott) are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Carol Barron says:
February 14, 2018
We have such fun memories of playing cards, pool parties and birthdays. Please know we keep each of you in our thoughts and prayers with love and peace❤️
Tracy Williams says:
February 14, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was such a wonderful guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
P.S. Rick…I’ll keep the water in the shower nice n’ hot. Xoxoxoox
Ann and Joe Dettlaff says:
February 14, 2018
Sending you our prayers and deepest condolences during this difficult time. Wishing you all God’s comfort, love and strength. Love you all!