Mr. Farwell was born August 23, 1939 to the late Alison and Marguerite Farwell. He grew up in Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Maryland. Ray stayed in Maryland after graduating from college. He worked in the financial arena as an accountant. Retiring to St. James 17 years ago, he enjoyed the lifestyle of living in coastal North Carolina and along the Cape Fear River. Ray was an avid golfer and working as a bookkeeper for local fire departments, including, Yaupon Beach, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Bolivia. Most of all, he will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, friend, and as "Gramps" to his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife Mary Jo Farwell, a son Patrick Farwell and wife Tiffany of Wilmington, NC; two daughters, Amanda Vailati and husband Martin of Baltimore, MA, and Lisa Bliss and partner Barry LaBass of Orinda , CA; a brother Sonny Farwell; a sister Beverly Owen; and four grandchildren, Lane Vailati, Reed Vailati, Mason Bliss, and Dylon Bliss. Mr. Farwell was preceded in death by a brother Clay Farwell.
A private gathering to remember his life will be held at a later date.
The family asks that memorial contributions in Mr. Farwell's name be made to the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick, 955 Mercy Lane, Bolivia, NC 28422.
Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com.
Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC.
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