Ruth Farr
April 3, 1928 ~ April 12, 2016
Marthaleine Ruth Farr, 88, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on April 12, 2016 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on April 3, 1928 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Agnes Nora Swann and Joseph Johnson Swann. Ruth was the loving wife of the late James Samuel Farr whom she married on May 3, 1947 in Morganza, MD and who preceded her in death on December 11, 2010.
Ruth is survived by her children; Margaret Farrell (Jamie) of Chaptico, MD, James Farr (Chris) of White Plains, MD, George Farr (Carole) of Avenue, MD, Thomas Farr (Malinda) of Leonardtown, MD, Richard Farr (Joan) of Leonardtown, MD, 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her siblings; Hope Swann of Chaptico, MD, Joseph Swann of CO, Charles Swann of Cobb Island, MD, Mary Edith Fadely of Nebraska, and Richard Swann of Annapolis, MD. She was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy. Ruth worked as a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards, lunch with friends, bus trips and spending time with family.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 Pm with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Joe Swann, Timmy Farrell, Todd Farr, Brian Farr, Patrick Farr, and Mock Mattingly. Contributions may be made to the Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. box P.O. Box 339 Leonardtown, MD 20650, and Seventh District Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609
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Dear Farr family Our deepest sympathy to you. She was the best friend and neighbor anyone could ask for. She welcomed me 31 years ago and made me feel right at home. I will share the memories to the end. I know that she is in the best place around. I know she will watch over all of us. She is never going to be replaced. May the family stay close to help get through these tough days. Betty and Walter
To the Farr family. I am so sorry for your loss of Ruth, she was such a lovely person who will be greatly missed. Ruth was very kind to our family, I always thought of her as another grandparent to my children. She is now resting with the Lord. May you take peace in knowing that hers was a life well lived.
Keeping alll of the family in our thoughts and prayers. Ruth was a soecial lady which is so evident by the wonderful family that she leaves behind. Stay close to each other and may many happy memories help you all through this sorrowful time. Hugs to all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Ruth’s family. She was so special and will be missed terribly. Good memories of this beautiful and gentle lady will bring comfort to all who love her.
To the Farr Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. She always had a smile for everyone, she was a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
To the Farr Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May it comfort you to know that others care and share in your sorrow. Love you all more!! XOXOXOXO
To the Farr family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sorrowful time. Mrs. Farr will be deeply missed. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone she would meet. The community has lost another dear lady. May you take comfort that she is now resting in peace.
George, Carol, and the entire Farr family I extend my condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a very good friend of my mom. May she rest in peace.
Dear Margaret Ann, George and the Farr Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Even when we KNOW the time has come it is still hard to send them on their way. Know that your mother is resting peacefully in the Arms of Our Lord and Savior. Be there for each other, remember all the good times and be at peace with the knowledge that you see her again. May God Bless you.
Ricky, Joan & Family, my thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Mrs. Farr is at peace now with her love ones in Heaven. Sending you my Love.
To all of the Farr Family – So very sorry for your loss! She and my Mother, Theresa Anderson, were such great friends and I know the two of them are celebrating up a storm in Heaven. I remember how they both would talk on the phone and laugh and have such a good time. You know she is in Heaven with our Holy Father and an Angel watching over you! Cherish all the wonderful memories and hold them close to your heart.
God has welcomed another angel into His Kingdom. Ruth was a very loving woman who will be missed by all who were blessed to know her.
To the Farr family,
WE are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Such a sweet woman and always had a smile for us in Church.
We know how hard it is to lose your parents. Prayers to all.
To the Farr family,
WE are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Such a sweet woman and always had a smile for us in Church.
We know how hard it is to lose your parents. Prayers to all.
Dear Friends, I extend my deepest sympathies. May you find comfort in the best of memories. May she rest in peace.
Margaret Ann and family, Giving our family members over to death is never easy. Rest assured that you will be reunited and what a happy day that will be. Meanwhile, accept my sympathy as I hold you in prayer.
To George and Carole and all the Farr family…our sincerest sympathy. She was a wonderful lady. May God bless her now and comfort all of you. Be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a very sweet and special lady. She will be missed, but remember she will always be with you, always be there watching and protecting. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
To the family i’m so sorry for your loss Mrs Farr was a beautiful lady I will truly miss her She is now resting in the arms of the Lord may God give you Peace & comfort in the days & weeks to come May the Lord hold each & everyone of you in the palm of his hands
To all the Farrs, Mrs Ruth Farr was a very kind, dear, lovely lady that I will always have dear to my heart. She called me a friend and that was special. All our love to you all
Love Debbie and Donald
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, Margaret Ann. I know there are no words that can take the pain away that is in your heart. Please hold onto the beautiful memories that you have of her to guide you and your family through the most difficult days that you may have ahead. Tim and I will be keeping you and your family in our hearts and prayers. Love, Tim and Cheryl French
To: The Farr Family: We would like to extend our sincere sympathy at your time of bereavement may GOD be with you and your family! May GOD uphold you with his ever redeeming love.
I’m so sorry for your loss and pray that The Comforter be with you and your family as you return your mom to God.
I am confident that all though she is absent from you all, she Is Present Before The Lord.
May The Perpetual Light Forever Shine Upon her and May her Soul Forever Rest in Eternal Peace.
To the Farr family, your mom was a very special lady, she will never be forgotten, she was one of the dearest people I have ever met, I will think of her often, my deepest sympathy to you all.
Love Debbie
Our condolence to all the Farr family at this sad time. God bless all of you and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I was not aware of the passing of your Mom until just now. I am so sorry to read about her loss. I will keep her and all of you in my prayers as I understand well this sadness.