Robert Farrell

Resided in Escanaba, MI
Died September 26, 2023

Escanaba, MI

Robert Emmett Farrell, age 83, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital, in Escanaba, with family by his side.

 

Bob was born January 31, 1940, in Escanaba, the son of Thomas and Mary (Holland) Farrell Jr. He was raised in Escanaba and was a 1958 graduate of Escanaba High School.

 

On July 3, 1958, Bob enlisted in the United States Navy where he served until his honorable discharge in July of 1962.

 

Upon his discharge, Bob returned home to Escanaba where on May 22, 1964, he was united in marriage to the former Sally Henderson and together the couple made their home, raised their family and spent the next 60 years together, in Escanaba.

 

Bob was employed as a Public Safety Police Officer at Escanaba Public Safety from 1970 until his retirement in 1996 at the rank of Detective Sargent.

 

He and Sally spent many wonderful years with their family and grandchildren. Whether it was traveling throughout their retirement years or taking their evening car rides together, Bob and Sally seemed to have an inseparable love and a beautiful friendship that never went uncherished.

 

Bob enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s events and spending quality time with them. He loved going to hunting camp, spending time with his sons and simply being at home with Sally. He will be deeply missed

 

In Addition to his loving wife Sally, Bob is survived by:

Sons: Steve (Deena) Farrell

Bill (Kristen) Farrell

Grandchildren: Jacob (Sydnee) Farrell and Nicholas Farrell

Hattie and Harper Farrell

Great Grandchild: Jackson Farrell

Brother in Law: Allen (Rosalind) Henderson

Sister in Law: Elaine (Vern) Erickson

Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Bob was Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary:

Brothers: John, James and Thomas Farrell

Sisters: Mary Lou Peterson, Eva Mae Bingman, Shirley Farrell,

Betty Norlund, Joyce Balthazore, Bernice Farrell, Dorothy Farrell,

and Marilyn Wight

 

Bob’s family will receive friends on Friday September 29, 2023, from 2:00PM to 4:00PM, at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Escanaba. Funeral services will follow visiting hours on Friday, at 4:00PM, at Christ the King Lutheran Church with Pastor Lon Heider officiating. Luncheon will follow in the Christ the King Fellowship Hall. Bob will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells. A special heartfelt thank you to St. Francis Hospital’s Emergency Department and Special Care Unit for their wonderful care of Bob.

16 Tributes for “Robert Farrell”

    Sally and families,
    Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. We always enjoyed our visit with Bob, when we would see him at the Family Inn. May you and your family find peace and joy in the memories he left for all of you.
    Ann Streichert & Mike King.

    Aunt Sally we are so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob. I remember the talks he and I had as he drove me home after babysitting.
    All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Sending love, thoughts and prayers to the Farrell Family. Mr. Farrell was one of my NT Dad’s and was a great role model for many, have many memories as a child with the Farrell family. Very blessed to have both Bob and Sally as part of my childhood. Rest In Peace.

    Rest in peace my dear friend. Your time on earth has ended, but the memories and deeds you left us with will linger on for years to come. It was an honor to know and serve with you.

    The Lord is my pilot, I shall not drift.

    He lighteth me across the dark waters,

    He steereth me in the deep channels.

    He keepeth my log book.

    He guideth me by the star of holiness for His namesake.

    Yea though I sail midst the thunders and tempests of life,

    I shall dread not danger, for Thou art near me.

    Thy love and care, they shelter me.

    Thou preparest a harbor before me in the homeland of eternity.

    Thou anointest the waves with oil, my ship rideth calmly.

    Surely sunlight and starlight shall favor me on the voyage I take,

    And I will rest in the port of my God forever.

    I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. No one has ever done a better job of taking his oath seriously to serve the public. Bob was one of the most pleasant individuals I have had the privilege to meet while working for one of the Automotive suppliers in Escanaba. When you think of how an officer of the law should be, you only had to look to Bob as an example of the highest character. Thanks to you and your family for your sacrifice to serve!
    I Peter 5:7 says, “ Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you” May you and your family find comfort in the Lord Jesus !

    So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We worked together for years as fellow detectives. Bob was the consummate investigator, patient and methodical. It was a pleasure working with and learninig from Bob. He treated all people with respect and performed his duties
    with the upmost professionalism. He will be missed, Michael Gierke, Det/Lt ret.

    Sally and Family,

    Please accept my sincere condolences. I will always remember fondly the time Bob(Ferret) spent with us at UPSET. He was an asset to us and Escanaba Public Safety. I am sorry for your loss and he will be missed by many.

    Kevin R Denecke
    MSP retired

    Uncle Bob will be deeply missed, fondly remembered. He and “Sal” did their very best to be there for our family. Words can never express the appreciation we had for the attendance at weddings, dinner gatherings during visits to Escanaba. God Speed Uncle Bob

    Sally and family! Sorry to hear about your beloved husband ,father and grandfather! Sending love, Audrey and Ray!

    Sally,
    I am so sorry about your husband Bob. My prayers and thoughts to you and your family.

    Sally,
    I was so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. I was out of town and couldn’t be with you, but please know I offer prayers to you and your family for healing in this time of sorrow.
    Liz Deneau

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