William Leonard "Billy" Farr, Jr.
July 2, 1951 ~ January 27, 2019
William Leonard “Billy” Farr of Great Mills, MD passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown.
Billy (or Buster as he was named by his 3-year-old “big” sister who couldn’t pronounce brother), was born on July 2, 1951, to the late William L. Farr, Sr. and Julia Cecelia Guy Farr in Leonardtown, MD.
Billy attended the original St. Joseph’s School and graduated from what is now Mother Catherine Academy. He was a 1970 graduate of Chopticon High School and was a member of the Maryland National Guard, from which he was honorably discharged on June 17, 1976. He was a Master Meat Cutter for the original A&P Grocery chain that was later called “Super Fresh”. He was employed by The A&P for 32 years, retiring on January 26, 2002.
He is survived by his son, William L. Farr, III (Sarah) of Hollywood, his stepsons, Michael Adams of Mechanicsville, MD, and Tony Adams (Tricia) of Bryan’s Road, MD. He was a loving, doting and hands-on grandfather to William L. “Leo” Farr, IV, Ty Christian Farr, Tallie Ann Farr, and Corbin Gooslin of Hollywood; Mikayla and Jordan Adams of Mechanicsville, and Franki and Lincoln Adams of Bryan’s Road. Billy is also survived by his siblings, Sara “Sally” Mattingly of Loveville, Julie Mattingly (Roger) of Leonardtown, John Farr (Meg) of Dumfries, VA, and Jerry (Sharon) Farr of Hollywood. Billy was predeceased by his beloved brother, Warren David (Karen) Farr of Loveville.
Although all of his brothers and sisters were die-hard Washington Redskins fans, Billy just had to be a Dallas Cowboy football fan which made for many Sundays of high spirited football watching. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, and golfing. Of the many hundreds of cars, trucks, campers, motorcycles, lawn mowers, tractors, and boats that he had owned over the years, there probably was never one that looked the same once they were owned by Billy. He very much enjoyed “tinkering”, taking them apart and putting them back together, and always make sure that not a speck of dust or dirt was on or in his vehicles.
Other than the 7 years he lived in Tampa, Florida, Billy was a devoted member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Morganza, MD , where he was baptized, made his First Penance and First Communion, was Confirmed, and faithfully served as an altar boy.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening, February 1, 2019 from 5:00PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 10:00 Am in St. Joseph Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Drew Royals officiating. Interment will follow at Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery Helen, MD. Pallbearers will be John A. Mattingly, Jr, Michael Adams, Tony Adams, Christopher Farr, Ryan Farr, Todd Farr, George Higgs, and Timothy Corley.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at plmonaryfibrosis.org or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Sending prayers and condolences to Billy,s family He had a heart of gold, loved his grandchildren , they gave him the greatest pleasure. We had many adventures with his friends along the way !
My thoughts and prayers are with Billy’s (Buster’s) family and friends at this time. I knew Buster well as we both grew up in good old Loveville. May the many happy memories that you created and shared with him provide you comfort in the days ahead.
To Sally, Julie and Family….so very sorry to read of Buster’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to everyone..
Hugs to everyone, Judy Goddard Bakewell
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF OUR NEIGHBOR BILL. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.
Family, condolence to each of you. Billy was a very kind person to everyone he met. He could make you laugh until you cried with his craziness and his buddy Gene. It was nothing for him to get off work from A&P and ready to drink beer and get in the boat to go over to VA and have dinner, oh what fun we all had back in the 70’s. RIP Billy – you will be missed!
I would like to send my condolences to the family, how we look forward to the time when death will be no more-Revelation 21:3,4 and also when no-one will say i am sick-Isaiah 33:24. I hope these promises from God bring your family comfort during these difficult times.
To the family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolence on your loss. I know that it is very difficult to feel comforted at this time, but please know that our Creator knows everything that you are going through and He empathizes with you according to Isaiah 63:9. This is why He offers us the type of comfort that can “bind up the brokenhearted” (Isaiah 61:1). His word promises that if we draw close to Him, He will draw close to us so that we can endure all the things that pain us until he does away with pain altogether, which He also promises will soon become our reality (James 4:8; Isaiah 25:8).
To all Billy’s Family
Our most sincere condolence and prayers to you all on your great loss. Wayne worked with Billy at A & P and had many fun memories. Billy was a fun guy and had a great smile and full of humor. May God bless you all and give you peace with many happy memories. May God give Billy eternal rest.
Love and prayers
Wayne and Joan Thompson
My heart aches Billy and I had many good years together the love was and will always be there. K pray for each and every one of you for you all were my family then and now.there will be a big void in all that loved Billy but he is in good hands and good company love you all. TERRY XO
Sally Julie and Johnny, So sorry to hear of Busters passing, He is at peace and with Uncle Billy and Aunt Julia now, What a Reunion that will be. Extra prayers for all. Love and Hugs.
Cyndi and Chucky
To the entire Farr family I extend my condolences to all of you. May Buster rest in eternal peace with Warren and your mom and dad.
Billy,
For 6 years, you were the ‘love of my life’ and you still are. You were taken way too soon from us. My love for you will never die. Until we meet again, I will keep you close to my heart
Love forever, Joy Joy ❤️😪
My sincere condolences to the family. The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God’s word for comfort.
Psalm 46:1- God is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.
My deepest condolences to the Farr Family, Sally,Julie,Johnny, Jerry and extended family ..Willie,Sarah,Corbin,Leo, Ty and Tallie….Mike and Tony Adams n family
Love to you all,
Joy
Dear Johnny, Jerry, Julie and Sally (and extended family members)—please accept my heartfelt condolences. It’s never easy, especially so ‘young’. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. (great photo of Billy)
Dear brother; I write these words with a heavy heart. You were my oldest brother and as a little boy I looked up to you so much! I wanted to be just like you when I grew up. You always had my back and protected me. We had so many good times together, especially our fishing trips with Warren, Johnny and Kenneth. We had so many good conversations over the years, especially about our grandchildren. I know how much Leo, Ty, Tallie and Corbin meant to you and how Willie was a dedicated son. Willie, Sally, Julie, Johnny, I know the loss we are all feeling, but know that he has been reunited with Mom, Warren, and so many others. Always know that Dee and I will always be here for all of you guys!
Dear brother I miss you so much and love you always,
Your baby brother, Jerry
To all of Billy’s family:- he has now been reunited with family & friends who have gone before him. I’m sure his parents welcomed him with open arms.
I remember that smile from high school days. My siblings (Joe, Bob and maybe Gail) and I rode the same school bus for awhile.
I’m sure he is missed terribly but no more pain for him.
Billy say hello to our brother, Joe for us.
Cathy (Guy) Mattingly & family
CHS 1970
Jerry & Dee, Willie, Sally, Julie, Johnny and Families: Our deepest sympathy to you all in this great loss you are suffering. Though your pain is fierce; take comfort in knowing Billy is at peace, his struggle is over. Cherish all your memories of the character he was and the immense joy he brought to all of you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time! Love to all!
Dad,
I’m Sorry for all the pain you indured. I will do as you insisted to care for my family like you did for many years. It will be hard to fill your shoes. Rest assure my heart is filled with pride for what you’ve instilled in me and the boys. Which is love is everything and don’t sweat the small stuff. Please don’t worry for I’m your soldier for eternity. Strength is what you showed until your last breath.We all can be grateful for we all got our special time prior to your trip to heaven. I will continue to take the boys fishing and show them the woods. Just as you did me. We will start our tree fort in memory of our pop. And best believe your name will continue in our house every day. We feel your presence and know your here. We love you Pop
Leo,Ty,Tallie and Corbin.
Dad just know your my #1 and this to shall pass as you constantly told me. Love you Buddy!
Buster,
Even though we all know you are in a better place, reunited with all of your loved ones gone before you, there will always be an empty spilt left in our hearts. We all now have another angel in heaven! Willie and family, Sally, Julie and Roger, Johnny and Meg, Karen, Jerry and Dee, please accept our deepest condolences and forever hold the special memories of Buster in your heart. He will love there forever. Love to you all.