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John R. Farris August 13, 1945 - April 15, 2018

Born: Monday Aug 13, 1945

Died: Sunday Apr 15, 2018

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John Robert Farris, age 72 of 174 Farris Drive, Stoneville passed away on Sunday morning at Hospice Home of Rockingham County.

A funeral service will be held 2 pm Wednesday April 18th at Fair Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Centenary United Methodist Church.  A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 1 - 2 pm at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home.

Mr. Farris was born August 13, 1945 in Rockingham County to the late Billy Hampton Farris and Allie Virginia Strong Farris. He was a graduate of Stoneville High School Class of 1964.  He retired from Unifi and after retirement worked part-time for Carolina Fuels.  John loved to cook for his family.

Preceding him in death along with parents was a brother, James "Jay" Farris.

Surviving are wife; Cynthia Westmoreland Farris of the home; son John R. Farris, Jr. and daughter, Virginia " Ginger" Lynn Farris and brother, Ronnie Farris all of Stoneville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Hospice of Rockingham County, Po Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375 or Centenary United Methodist Church, 2415 Settle Bridge Road, Stoneville, NC 27048.

Online condolences to www.fairfuneralhome.com

with of deepest sympathy we send our prayers and thoughts to the family, God Bless, Roger and Linda Smith
Roger smith
So. Sorry for your loss my heart goes out to Farris family God. Just received another angel John If u need anything give me a call
Fred east
To the family: I would like to say how sorry we are for your loss. Just know your family is in our thoughts and prayers .He was one of a kind . God Bless .
Pamela Howell
Prayers to the family. To Ronnie: Sorry for your loss. Your great memories will help you thru now and in the future! Will be thinking of you!
Rinda Collins
John - so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Lisa Shively Harbour

We are saddened by Uncle John's passing. He was a great example of a good, family man, and are grateful for him. We love the Farris family very much.


Brad & Noelle Troxler
My prayers for God's comforting and grace. Rest well,Big John
David Fleming
DEAR FARRIS FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND MY PRAYERS ARE FOR YOU ALL.
RENEE CHANDLER
Heaven gained another angel today! Our hearts go out to you all with his passing. Praying the Lord will wrap his arms around you and give you strength during this time. Big John was a great friend to us, we will miss him.
Earl, Cathy and Jackson Lemons
Praying for your family during this difficult time. John will be missed by many.
Francis & Dianne Carter
To the families and loved ones of Mr Farris, who we know will be dearly missed. Almighty God promised at revelation 21:4 that he will wipe away all our tears. And death, pain, and sorrow will be no more. So,you can take great comfort in drawing close to God in prayer. And he will help sustain and support your families to endure in these difficult times and months to follow.my deepest condolences to all of your loved ones
Charles.R
I am truly sorry for your loss. I pray you will find comfort knowing that John is in peace and you will see him again. Love to you all!
Melissa Buck
Dear John and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. My prayers are for God to give each of you peace, strength and understanding through the difficult days ahead. With love, Arlene Murray Wade
Arlene Wade

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