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Alice R Farrell and family lit a candle
Thursday, January 17, 2013
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We love you Jim and will always remember the long talks and stories around the table.
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Craig Wood posted a condolence
Friday, January 4, 2013
Craig Wood purchased flowers (Mixed flowers in a handled basket)
Sorry for your loss The Wood Family
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Rotha M. Maddox posted a condolence
Friday, January 4, 2013
Jim was my late husband's ,Capt. Larry C. Farrell, Jr.paternal uncle They both shared a love of flying and often discussed planes and aviation. I also remember hearing Jim play the bagpipes at Farrell family reunions and his unabashed joy watching the Farrell grandkids perform in the annual Farrell talent show. A warm, kind, compassionate gentleman, Jim will be missed by the many whom his life has touched. I will miss his friendship and sense of humor but take solace in the knowledge that Jim has piloted his plane to the celestal Farrell Family Reunion and is now playing his beloved bagpipes for the angels as he watches over us. RIP, James F. Farrell. The world is a better place for the time you spent with us!
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Bob and Danita Sulick posted a condolence
Friday, January 4, 2013
Jim was one of the regulars here at Mulberry Street...his lovely wife tutored me in Algebra way back in 1970...we have a big hole in our hearts with his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Bob and Danita Sulick
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Jim & Christine de Poortere posted a condolence
Friday, January 4, 2013
I am proud to have met Jim Farrell and in my eyes I saw a family man, a patriot and a piper. My sincere condolences to all of Jim’s family and friends as I am sure he will be missed. I hope God loves the pipes.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
When Jim told stories, you listened. What an honor it was to spend time with him and the rest of the old guard of the Saint Patrick's Pipe Band after monday night practices. After the piping was done, we usually spent some time telling jokes or listening to great stories of the past. Jim was the source of many great tales about flying, his early life, and the early days of the band. The men of Jim's generation were some of the best in this nation's history. I'll never forget his story about the time he borrowed a friend's Stearman trainer, purchased for a song after the war, and flew down to Newburgh for a flight physical. He took off in a field, followed the railroad tracks, and buzzed the tower upon arrival - a move which landed him in a bit of hot water. Much of our knowledge of the band's history came from Jim and his lighthearted stories of the early days. After Jim retired from piping recently, he remained a dedicated and supportive member as he accompanied us to parades and functions with his balmoral on his head and his tuning meter in hand. I've played alongside Jim on numerous occasions, but my best memories will always be the time spent on the sidelines, outside of the "circle", enjoying the craic.
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Ken Benson posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Jim, I will miss your comradeship. The evenings at the Quiet Birdmen and afternoons at the farm for the Stake-Out will not be the same with out you. I will salute your Going West with a glass of Jameson and a silent toast...
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Mary Kate and Mike May posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathy on your beloved Dad's passing. We are proud to have known Jim, an amazing and kind man. What a beautiful family he created to carry on his legacy. Our love and warm thoughts are with you all.
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Andrew Ansaldi Jr. posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
I was deeply saddened by Jim's sudden passing. My condolences and sympathies to all his family members. I've known Jim since the early 1970's when my father and I built his/your home on Dartmouth Road. I greatly admired him as a fellow engineer and respected him greatly as a person. I will miss this kind and soft spoken gentleman. Sincerely yours, Andrew Ansaldi Jr.
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Jessica posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Jim. He certainly was a great man and my memories of him will always bring a smile to my face.
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Pablo Trucco posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
I was very lucky to have met Jim Farrell through my friendship with Matt and Mary McCabe and her family. His visits to Basking Ridge were an event, and much looked forward to, by not only his family, but friends alike. As the Kellys said, many an evening during his visits you could enjoy the sounds of the bag pipes coming from the deck,go over and savor some Jamesons with him and listen to some great stories. He was a great man, and I will always have fond memories of him and the time spent with him. My heartfelt condolensces.
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John Page posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
I am grateful for the opportunity of knowing Jim Farrell over the last several years as a member of the St. Patrick's Pipe Band. I always looked forward to talking to him during breaks from playing. He was always generous with his time, suggestions, and many entertaining stories of the band, his time flying P-47s, books that he read, or any subject in general ... always shared with a twinkle in his eye, and his great sense of humor. He was always full of encouragement for rookies like me. He represented the tradition of our pipe band in the most admirable way, and I will always remember and respect him as the fine man he was.
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The Kellys posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
It was our honor to know Jim Farrell. Many a night the sound of his bagpipes would fill the evening from Mary's deck. It was always something special when he came to visit. We are thinking of all the Farrell family at this time.
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Damon Matus posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
I was honored to know Jim and call him my friend as a member of Saint Patrick's Pipe Band. Matthew 12:33 says "for the tree is known by its fruit". One could see the fruits of the Spirit in the way Jim lived his life and what he did for people. May God bless Jim's family and friends to find comfort in the gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
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Alex Zorba posted a condolence
Thursday, January 3, 2013
To the Farrell family - I have had the pleasure of knowing Jim over the last 5 years as I took up the bagpipes and started to march with the band shortly thereafter. Jim was a wonderful man, I continue to appreciate his coaching and how he helped me improve along the way. While I still have a way to go on that front - he had a part in where I have gotten to thus far. He was a walking history book with fascinating first-hand stories of many things over the years - how the band started, what it was like, his WWII pilot stories, etc. His dedication to the band and the overall experience is inspirational - even over the last couple of years where he wasnt playing in the band - he would still be a part of it at many parades, practices and the like - he was inspirational in that way, and in reflection I'm glad I shared that thought with him while he was still with us. My thoughts and prayers are with you - we will all miss Jim - he leaves a wonderful legacy. Alex Zorba
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Barbara Pope posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
To the entire Farrell family I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandpa Jim. My family enjoyed hearing Mr. Farrell playing the bagpipes at Jason and Caroline's wedding. He was quite a woodmaker! What sweet comfort there is knowing his love for Jesus and his entrance into heaven. Barbara Pope
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