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Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell

Birth	:	22 Oct 1921 Schuyler County, Missouri, USA
Death	:	9 May 2012 Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, USA
Burial	:	Arni Memorial Cemetery, Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.5261800, -92.5194400
Description	:	US Army WWII Walter Franklin Farrell, 90 of Lancaster, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the Kirksville Manor Care Center where he had been a resident since February 2007. The son of Walter Emery and Cleo Viola (Gosser) Farrell, he was born on October 22, 1921 in rural Glenwood, Missouri. On September 18, 1947, Frankie was united in marriage to Avis Wilma Schmitter in Kirksville, Missouri and to this union three children were born, Doyle Franklin, Forrest and Ivas Kay. Surviving Frankie is his wife of 64 years, Avis Farrell of Lancaster, Missouri; one son, Forrest "Frosty" Farrell... Read More	US Army WWII Walter Franklin Farrell, 90 of Lancaster, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the Kirksville Manor Care Center where he had been a resident since February 2007. The son of Walter Emery and Cleo Viola (Gosser) Farrell, he was born on October 22, 1921 in rural Glenwood, Missouri. On September 18, 1947, Frankie was united in marriage to Avis Wilma Schmitter in Kirksville, Missouri and to this union three children were born, Doyle Franklin, Forrest and Ivas Kay. Surviving Frankie is his wife of 64 years, Avis Farrell of Lancaster, Missouri; one son, Forrest "Frosty" Farrell of Glenwood, Missouri; one daughter, Ivas Kay Shelby of Kirksville, Missouri; one grandson, Jonathan Shelby and wife, Nicole of Columbia, Missouri; one great granddaughter, Kaitlyn Shelby of Columbia, Missouri; 2 special girls, Nikki Cook Hines of Florida and Laci Cook of Kirksville, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; many cousins for whom he was very fond of and other family members. Frankie is preceded in death by his parents and one son in infancy, Doyle Franklin Farrell. Frankie received an honorable discharge from the United States Army where he served during World War II in the South Pacific area for 3 years, 3 months and 16 days. He was a member of the undenominational Bethel church southwest of Glenwood, Missouri. He was also a member of the Oddfellow Lodge and was also a founder of the Singspirations of Schuyler County and surrounding areas. Frankie and Avis were grain and livestock farmers for a number of years south of Lancaster where they made their home. Frankie especially enjoyed his cattle, sheep and mules. Frankie was also employed in the Maintenance Department with Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri for several years. He was certainly loved by many! Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missouri with Raymond Magruder assisted by Sonny Smyser officiating. Music will be provided by Margie Tippett, organist and Cole Tippett, soloist. Special musical selections of "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" and "How Great Thou Art" will be performed. Pallbearers will be Vic Farrell, John Farrell, Leon Schmitter, Paul David Moore, John Kerby and Gary Smith. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 11, 2012 at the Norman Funeral Home in Lancaster, Missouri between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Memorials have been established for Schuyler County Nutrition Site or Arni Memorial Cemetery. Burial will be in the Arni Memorial Cemetery in Lancaster, Missouri. Military rites will be conducted by the Scotland County VFW Post 4958. Arrangements are under the direction of the Norman Funeral Home of Lancaster, Missouri.

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Where is Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell's memorial?
Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell's memorial is located at: Arni Memorial Cemetery, Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA.
When did Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell death?
Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell death on 9 May 2012 in Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Walter Franklin “Frankie” Farrell's memorial?
Latitude: 40.5261800
Longitude: -92.5194400

Family Members:

Parent

Walter Emory Farrell

(1883 - 1958)

Cleo Viola Gosser Farrell

(1886 - 1964)

Spouse

Avis Wilma Schmitter Farrell

(1923 - 2013)

Children

Doyle Franklin Farrell

(1952 - 1952)

Forrest Junior “Frosty” Farrell

(1953 - 2017)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Arni Memorial Cemetery
Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5261800, -92.5194400

2. IOOF Cemetery
Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5264015, -92.5194016

3. Whitacre Family Cemetery
Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5272100, -92.5208900

4. Lancaster Cemetery
Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5268100, -92.5251400

5. Glenwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.5261002, -92.5819016

6. Mount Zion Cemetery
Lancaster, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4757996, -92.5397034

7. Liberty Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5792007, -92.5528030

8. New Zion Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5778008, -92.4819031

9. Barnes Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4672012, -92.5278015

10. Thomas Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4644012, -92.5171967

11. Fabius Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5217000, -92.4354600

12. Walker Chapel Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5022011, -92.4341965

13. Biles Cemetery
Glenwood, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5106010, -92.6172028

14. Bethel Cemetery
Glenwood, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4769100, -92.6017000

15. Germania Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4508018, -92.4852982

16. Webster Cemetery
Downing, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4827995, -92.4300003

17. Darby Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5816994, -92.4421005

18. Newton Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6166923, -92.5335216

19. Howell Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6150017, -92.4880981

20. Washington Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6164017, -92.5432968

21. Gardner Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5800018, -92.4175034

22. Coatsville Cemetery
Coatsville, Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5872000, -92.6156000

23. Bridwell Birdwell Cemetery
Wyacondah, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6083340, -92.4416700

24. Shumate Cemetery
Schuyler County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5163994, -92.6552963