Judith "Judy" Anne Farrell
December 07, 2018
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Judith “Judy” Anne Farrell
Of Des Moines, Iowa
Judy Farrell, age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 7, 2018 at Valley View Village. Judy was born the daughter of Melville and Arline Harvey on March 6, 1938 in Ankeny, Iowa.
Judy graduated from Ankeny High School. She began raising her family while working at Firestone as Executive Secretary for 30 years. Judy was a talented musician, she specialized in playing the piano, organ and the flute. She had a love for cats and enjoyed being a snowbird traveling to Texas. Above all, she treasured her time spent with family.
Those left to cherish her memory include her loving children, Brian Farrell, Kurt Farrell, and Julie (Kyle) Bryan; and her grandchildren, Collin, Brianna and Caleb.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and one sister.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 12th also at the funeral home followed by burial at Oralabor Cemetery, Ankeny.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimers Association in memory of Judy.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Gary Harvey
12/21/2018
My "Aunt Judy" was my "big sister" during our childhoods. I was born a little more than 3 years after she was, and we always were close -- at least until she got to be a teenager and had little time for 10-year-old boys. But as we grew older we realized that we still had that sister-brother thing. Some my formative experiences were overseen and regulated by my Aunt Judy, who never forgot her growing up period living on the farm with 4-mile-creek running through it. She instigated many adventure that included me and, a few years later, my little sister Peggy -- and then later my brother Steve. We hunted mushrooms, tried to fish in the creek, swam in the horse tank when it was drained for a short time during those incredible hot summer days in Iowa. Judy and I rambled through some of those fun times the last time I visited her in July. Her mind and speech patterns had been ravaged by disease by that time, but she and I carried on a 45-minute conversation: she would grin and squeeze my hand when we recalled how much fun (and occasional mischief) the two of us had had. I left Valley View that day to pick up my wife
(who is suffering much the same ailment that attacked Judy) and head back to our home in Minnesota. It was the last time to see my Aunt Judy, but the memory of that visit is imprinted deeply in my heart.
Robert
12/14/2018
Losing a loved one in death is one of the hardest things to deal with. Please take comfort in knowing that many caring thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11,12 Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Gary Thornton
12/10/2018
My sympathies to Julie and all her family. In the brief time I knew Judy I came to love her, she was a wonderful person.
Brenda Hanson
12/09/2018
My condolences to Brian, Kurt and Julie. I also worked with Judy at Firestone and we had some good times together. If it weren't for Judy I never would have understood the many changes in our Firestone insurance plans. RIP sweet angel.
Mary Bet Justice Overton
12/09/2018
Sorry to hear of Judys passing. I will miss seeing her in Mexico. I hope she and my aunt Sandy Sprague get to catch up in heaven. With sincere sympathy for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Paula Mitchell
12/09/2018
Sorry to hear of Judy's passing. I got to know her through pwp and camping and seeing her in Texas. She was a really nice lady.
Sandra Horning
12/08/2018
Judy was one Sweet Lady! We are so sadened to hear of her passing. My heart goes out to Brian, Kurt and Julie, and all family as you mourn her loss! I worked with Judy at Firestone for many years. She was respected by so many. We also had fun meeting with Judy and the Parents Without Partners group on all of our lunches and outings. Hugs to you all!!
Bill & Sandy
Sharon Asher
12/08/2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Judy at Firestone. She was such a sweet lady. You couldn't help but smile when you were around her. She had such a happy and fun personality. Her smile would light up a room.
Shary Albaugh
12/08/2018
Dear Farrell family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'll never forget we were neighbors twice, outside Ankeny and then in DSM.
Karen Evans Golly
12/08/2018
I am so very sad to hear of Judy's passing. My condolences to her family; may she rest in peace.