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Rev John Gist Farr

Birth	:	2 Nov 1867 York County, South Carolina, USA
Death	:	20 Sep 1917 Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, USA
Burial	:	Gardens of Boca Raton Memorial Park, Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, USA
Coordinate	:	26.3896100, -80.1236200
Description	:	Md 1889 Union Co, SC to Addie Newberry; md 2nd Arizona Williams REV. J. G. FARR MOURNED The Rev. John Goode Farr is no more. On last Thursday when the sad news of the death of Rev. J. G. Farr was passed from one to the other on the streets and in the homes of Lexington, there was a genuine sorrow. While his death was a profound shock – for death at all times is sad – it came as no surprise to those who knew of his real condition – to those who knew... Read More	Md 1889 Union Co, SC to Addie Newberry; md 2nd Arizona Williams REV. J. G. FARR MOURNED The Rev. John Goode Farr is no more. On last Thursday when the sad news of the death of Rev. J. G. Farr was passed from one to the other on the streets and in the homes of Lexington, there was a genuine sorrow. While his death was a profound shock – for death at all times is sad – it came as no surprise to those who knew of his real condition – to those who knew how sick he was. The operation he underwent ten days prior to his death was one of which the master surgeon always undertakes with a feeling of dread and anxiety; and one which the strongest of men often succumb, even when they are in the most perfect health. The deceased had been a sufferer from chronic gallstones for several years, coming on at intervals in acute form; and on Monday September 10, he was taken with a most violent attack. Heroic efforts were used in the hope that the man would get relief, but instead of getting better, the patient gradually grew worse; and Dr. L. B. Owens, a distinguished physician and surgeon of Columbia was called in consultation with the family’s physician. It was agreed that the operation was the only curse to pursue with any assurance of saving the beloved divine’s life - - all other remedies have failed to give relief. When the surgeons made the incision it was then that the awful condition of the man became known. The bladder was found to be greatly inflamed and in far worse condition that had been looked for. It was a case of certain death, although the surgeons and physicians hoped that the patient might make a change for the better and be able to overcome the odds that were so overwhelmingly against him. But death marked him, and on Thursday morning, surrounded by his loving and faithful wife, and in the presence of nurses and sorrowing friends, the gentle spirit of the Rev. John Goode Farr took its flight and returned to the God who gave it. The Columbia State of Friday morning carried the following announcement of Mr. Farr’s death: “The Rev. John Goode Farr, pastor of the Lexington Circuit of the Upper South Carolina Methodist Conference, died at the hospital yesterday morning, where he was brought for treatment several days ago. The remains will be taken to Union this afternoon at 12:55 o’clock where the funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 o’clock from Foster’s Chapel in Union County. The Rev. J. W. Kilgo, D.D., presiding elder of the Columbia District of the Methodist Church, will accompany the remains to Union and conduct the funeral services. “Mr. Far was a son of D. J. and Mrs. Ellen Farr and was born in York County November 1, 1886. He attended the public schools of that county and then took a business course and entered business. He was licensed to preach in 1892. “He ha been a member of the South Carolina Conference since 1907, his first church being at Gaffney, where he was received on trial with Bishop H. C. Morrison presiding. Among some of the appointments he has filled are: Green Street, Union; Bethlehem Circuit, Darlington County; and, Lexington Circuit. He has served the Lexington Circuit for two years. He was known and loved not only as a preacher but as a good neighbor and friend to the community wherever he lived. “Mr. Farr was for 12 years auditor of Union County, where he filled that office with marked ability, making friends on every side. He was an excellent man and did much for the upbuilding of the community in which he served as minister. He was popular not only with members of his own church but he was loved by people of the community wherever he went for his kindness and thoughtfulness of other people. His death will cause widespread sorrow over the State, especially where he has served as pastor and won the esteem of the people. “Mr. Farr was twice married. His first wife was Miss Addie Newberry of Union County. Of this union nine children were born. Seven of them – three sons, Melvin, Harley and Perrin; and four daughters, Mrs. Luke Byrd, of Patrick, Chesterfield County, and the Misses Eloise, Vera and Lillian Farr of this town, all young in age, survive. Him. On April 14, 1910, he was again married, his second wife being Miss Arizona Williams, of Spartanburg, who survives him. Of this union one child was born who died infancy. He is also survived by his father and mother, and several brothers. “At a meeting of the ministers of the Columbia District held in the Washington Street Methodist Church Wednesday morning the absence of Mr. Farr was noted with much regret, he being seriously ill at the hospital. Special prayer was offered for his recovery.” For the widow and orphan children of the deceased, the sympathy of all Lexington goes out. [Contributed by Rebecca Sheehan-Plotkin]

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Where is Rev John Gist Farr's memorial?
Rev John Gist Farr's memorial is located at: Gardens of Boca Raton Memorial Park, Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, USA.
When did Rev John Gist Farr death?
Rev John Gist Farr death on 20 Sep 1917 in Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Rev John Gist Farr's memorial?
Latitude: 26.3896100
Longitude: -80.1236200

Family Members:

Parent

David James Farr

(1843 - 1924)

Eleanor Bentley Farr

(1845 - 1913)

Spouse

Addie Newberry Farr

(1868 - 1909)

Arizona W Farr

(1883 - 1941)

Arizona Williams Farr

(1883 - 1941)

Siblings

William F. “Jack” Farr

(1864 - 1931)

Daniel R. Farr

(1869 - 1921)

Children

James A Farr

(1886 - 1887)

Mary Musgrove “Mamie” Farr Byrd

(1891 - 1958)

(1901 - 1956)

(1907 - 1908)

(1911 - 1912)

(1912 - 1912)

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