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Visitation:
Thursday, October 27, 2022
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Secor Funeral Home
414 E Main Street
New Washington , Ohio 44854
Service:
Thursday, October 27, 2022
3:00 p.m.
Secor Funeral Home
414 E Main Street
New Washington , Ohio 44854
Margaret C. Farrell, age 100, of New Washington, Ohio, passed away peacefully Friday, October 21, 2022 at Wedgewood Estates in Mansfield, Ohio. She was born May 27, 1922 in Bucyrus, Ohio to the late Robert and Myrtle (Light) Keller. She graduated from Bucyrus High School in 1940 and at the top of her class from Columbus Office Training School in 1941. She met her husband, John C. Farrell while working at the Crawford County Probate Court and they married on October 20, 1946. Margaret and her husband John owned and operated Farrell's IGA in New Washington from 1950 to 1980. She was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church and the Dutchtown Dillies (Red Hat Society). She enjoyed golfing, playing cards, going on casino trips and most of all, spending time with her family.
She is survived by 2 daughters, Susan (Farrell) McCabe of Springboro, OH and Bonnie (Daniel J.) Obrynba of Mansfield, Ohio; and a son, John R. (Melinda) Farrell of Bucyrus, OH. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and a brother, Donald (Kathy) Keller of Albuquerque, NM.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Myrtle Keller; her husband, John C. Farrell (1/21/1985); son, Richard J. "Dick" Farrell; and sister, Dorothy (Robert) Long.
Calling hours will be Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Secor Funeral Home in New Washington, OH. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Kevin Mohr officiating. Burial will follow at the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in New Washington, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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Angie Buss - Nov 5, 2022
Sending my deepest condolences. I enjoyed taking care of Margaret when I was at Wedgewood. She will be deeply missed.
Robin Showers - Nov 5, 2022
So sorry over loss of your mom. She was a wonderful lady. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Ron and Deb Lutz - Nov 1, 2022
The news of your mom's passing reached us too late to offer our condolences in person. May God provide comfort and blessings as you look back on your mom's amazing and long life!!
Jill High McCoy - Oct 31, 2022
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I just heard about it Sunday the 30 th. I'm sorry I didn't come to her services. She was a good friend and neighbor especially to my Mom. We always enjoyed our visits when she would pop over. My kids always got a kick out of her and my Mom. We thought the world of your Mom. So many happy memories. Of our Dads too. Sending prayers and love for your family. Sincerely Jill High McCoy.
Jane High Strata - Oct 31, 2022
Dear dear neighbors, I just heard of this to Oct. 30 from my sister Jill. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a dear lady and just loved it when she would laugh and enjoy herself so much at mom and dads parties! Sending you my love and big hugs. She is now at home.
Connie Bores - Oct 29, 2022
So very sorry to read of your sweet Mother’s passing. May your memories give you comfort 🙏🏻
Lois Kehres - Oct 27, 2022
My deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear mother. She was a lovely lady and so much fun to be around. I have fond memories of her playing in Cranberry's Lady's Golf League. May she rest in peace.
Peggy Croneis - Oct 27, 2022
Sus, Bonnie. John So sorry to hear about Margaret. Had lost touch the last several years. She was so good to me after I lost my mom and I've wondered about her often. I hope you are doing well. Peggy
Sharon Kay Moore - Oct 27, 2022
To Margaret's family!! Such a long full life she lead!!! Gene and I have many-many fond memories of Margaret thru my many years of fun bowling with her and Red Hatters, too, and Gene at Cranberry Hills thru their golfing! Our thoughts and prayers are with her family - take care - she was a very with-it lady and fun to be around!! Gene and Sharon Moore
Nancy Klopfenstein Reed - Oct 27, 2022
Wow!!!! 100 years old! Fond memories of the grocery with Margaret, Aggie, Teresa… The “ladies” were all so helpful and fun. John and Margaret were such a handsome couple. Susie, Bonnie and John, prayers for you and your families. A great lady has gone home. Peace be with you.
Bob Dille - Oct 27, 2022
Susie, so sorry that your mother passed. Wow, to have lived to be 100 and to have seen what she saw and to have experience what she did is amazing. Our prayers go out to you and your family as you grieve her loss.
Margaret Sage Tubaugh - Oct 25, 2022
I have many fond memories of the Farrell family. I remember often playing on their front porch.
Rachel Lakes - Oct 24, 2022
Sending our love and prayers to the family. Rest peacefully Margaret.
