Hard to believe that Ron has been gone now for two years.  He was one of my best friends.  I continue to miss not getting emails or phone calls from him.  His advice helped me on many fronts during my working career.  I'm sure God has him actively involved with his heavenly board of directors as so many people benefited from Ron's leadership.  
Blessings to Judi, Jennifer, Susan and Kelly.  
Greg (and Jane) Pohlmann   

Farrell Family-

My deepest condolences.  I knew Jennifer from college at the University of Iowa and she always spoke of her Dad with the highest regard and respect. Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to personally meet Ron.  I know from retailers I've worked with that he did make a huge contribution to agriculture and his passion for the independent retailer was always evident.

My prayers are with your family!

We are deeply saddened upon the hearing of Ron's passing.  He was a true leader in everything he did.  My association with Ron as a customer, peer and more importantly as a friend will not be forgotten.  His passion for excellence, integrity and boundless energy crossed all phases of his life.  He was a front runner for change in the Agricultural Industry, even when it wasn't the popular thing to do.  Judi and family, know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ray & Carol Traen

Jane and I express our deepest sympathy to Judi and the entire Farrell family.  

As a young boy growing up, my father once told me that if I was lucky in my adult life, I would be able to count all of my closest friends on either one or two of my hands.  Ron Farrell was indeed one of our closest friends as we have known Ron and Judi for over 45 years since we first met them as residents in our Glenmark sub-division in Burlington, IA.     

As our oldest son Chad told me prior to departing to attend Ron's wake and funeral, in addition to wearing your ATTITUDE pin, make sure you also wear your American flag pin as Ron was truly a great American.  As our youngest son Ryan told us, we know you're having to deal with icy and snowy roads on your trip to Kansas City, but just forge ahead like Ron Farrell would do and don't let anything stop you from being there to pay your respects!  

Words cannot adequately describe how much our friendship with Ron and Judi have meant to Jane and me during our lifetime.
Ron set the bar very high for us to follow and our lives are far better off from being able to share so many quality times with he and Judi.    

We are confident that Ron is already serving on THE BOARD in God's heavenly kingdom!  

Love and prayers from Greg and Jane Pohlmann 

Janie and I offer our sincere condolences to Judi and the whole family.  We really enjoyed our time with you both on various company trips.  Personally, I enjoyed Ron for his talent, dedication to agriculture and his friendship.  Whenever we were together I felt that I was with a friend and Mentor.  After I left RAPID I knew it was in better hands with Ron.  

Ron was a mentor to me and a constant encouraging voice in helping me start a business that served agriculture.  He took his time to coach, educate and help us connect to other good people.  He truly worked in the best interest of the industry and touched so many during his career.  He was one of a kind and a true blessing.  

The world lost an icon and heaven gained an angel.  I'm not sure when I first met Ron but it was during my time working in the Ag Chem industry.  I had the opportunity to work closely with him as a board member at RAPID when AgGateway became a vision.   I really enjoyed him as a person and working along side him to improve Agriculture.  I am saddened by the news of his passing and look back fondly on our friendship.  


Ron always had time to visit and made everyone feel welcome.  His vision of the future for agriculture has led the industry to a point we could have never made it to without him.  I enjoyed visiting with him every time I had the chance.  My deepest sympathies to his family.  He will be missed by everyone.

Every conversation  I had with Ron over the last 30 years always ended with him saying, how can I help you.  How lucky I was to have Ron’s advice and counsel and a couple of times a gentle shove in the right direction.  Thank you Judy and family for sharing this remarkable man with us.  

His vision, friendship and guidance will be greatly missed. 

Oh Judi...we are heartbroken to hear this news. How many wonderful memories we have of you and Ron at ag chem meetings and trips.  Many MANY thoughts and laughs of our times together.  Know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  Much love,Mary & John. ❤️

I came to know Ron and the Farrell family when they moved to Minnesota to farm.  The Farrell family is one of the nicer families I know.  Ron was a hard working driven man but also very much a family man.  We worked together and played together and he was always supportive of those around him.  His family cared for him in his illness in the same way.  May he now Rest In Peace.  He was loved by many

Always enjoyed being with Ron!  He was a mentor who helped me and many others over the course of his career.  So sorry for your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the entire family!  

Agriculture lost on of it's  finest with the death of Ron. I can't think of anyone that had a more positive influence on my career as an agricultural chemical salesman than Ron did. He was an innovator, a true leader and just a darned good friend.
  My deepest sympathy to Judi and family.

RAF this man was a Mentor, Boss, Friend. The only way you could beat this guy to work was to stay at work all night.  Ron  has driven more miles then anybody, one day I caught him taking a nap at a rest stop in the middle of Illinois so I had to see if he was alright he wasn't impressed about me catching him and never forgot it. I will miss him and the conversations we had.  Too Judi and the family my sincere condoences

"How's Cyndie and the boys?" That's how Ron started each of the countless meals we shared together over the years. It reflected his genuine love of family. Anybody's family. While our intention was usually to talk business, it often took quite awhile to get there. He was proud of his daughters, took great joy in his grandchildren, and deeply appreciated Judi as a partner in his success and more.

I don't recall Ron ever offering unsolicited advice, but if you asked for it, it was like he had anticipated it and had already spent a week preparing to talk through the matter. His advice was always actionable and proved to work as planned.

Ron had a passion for improving agriculture and that passion was inspiring. I owe a lot to Ron for my own professional progress. While he was clearly a mentor to me, he would no doubt brush off any such suggestion with a comment about how much he had learned. And I'll take that as his most profound lesson. We all have a lot to learn.

To Judi, Kelly, Jim, & Family: 
our sincere condolences go out to you at the loss of Ron! Great character, friend, professional, father, etc.  - we will miss Ron and his smile. I really enjoyed our personal and professional working relationship. We will pray for his soul. May God welcome him into his arms. We pray also for all of you! 
With our deepest regrets,
Uta  and Bob Trogele
Newport Beach, California

This is such a good picture of Ron.    He had a great smile, and a great ATTITUDE!!   I still have my pin.  I haven’t worn it in a long time, but I plan to wear it now in Ron’s memory & honor.  I really enjoyed working with him at Brayton/Wilbur-Ellis back in the 80’s & 90’s.  Wonderful man, wonderful family!  I’m so sorry for your loss.  Hugs and prayers to all. 

I am sorry to hear of Ron's passing.  When I worked at Brayton/Wilbur Ellis he always treated me with respect.  He had a wonderful laugh.  I will remember him with much fondness.  Prayers for all the family.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. 

When we first met Ron,  I thought he was better looking than  Robert Wagner.   So handsome.

Turned out he was also kind, opinionated, and loyal.      

We sure loved him.   

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Ronald Allen Farrell

November 12, 1943 – January 20, 2020

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