William Downs Farley Jr.

Bill Grew up in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina where he sold and delivered newspapers, pushed an ice cream cart on the beach, worked on the fire department’s rescue squad and in his father’s moving and storage business.

When Bill came to Atlanta, he started a new career as a copy machine repairman. He continued and had a successful career with Sharp Electronics for over 25 years, rising to the position of Divisional and National Field Manager.

Bill was a responsible and loving husband, son and uncle. He was a logical, efficient thinker. When he had or saw a challenge he automatically moved into solution mode, always thinking about ways to fix a problem or better a solution. He provided practical wisdom and guidance mixed with humor.

Bill saw the realization of some happy dreams and the hard work to make them come true.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William Downs Farley Sr. and Lula Hamer Farley and his sister, Phebe Farley Warr.

He is survived by his loving wife Kathy (Mary Kathleen Christy Farley); sister, Sallie Virginia F. Weatherford; brother, John Hugh Farley (Denise) and a host of nieces and nephews.

Per his wishes, no services are planned. The family will have a private gathering to celebrate his life.

All of us who loved him will miss his companionship, loyalty and unconditional love.