Harvey Farris

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Harvey R. Farris, 85, Sullivan, formerly of Bland, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019, at his residence.

He was born Dec. 14, 1933, to Floyd N. and Lora S. (Jett) Farris.

He was united in marriage to Ida Viola Shockley, Nov. 23, 1956.

Harvey attended Owensville High School and served in the U.S. Marines. He was employed at Cassen Transport in Fenton for many years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 593 A.F. & A.M. in Union and was a Shriner.

He was preceded in death by parents, Floyd and Lora; wife, Ida; and four brothers and sisters.

He is survived by sons, Randy Farris of Bourbon and Timothy Farris of Union; and eight brothers and sisters, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Graveside services were held Saturday, Oct. 12, at Bland Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions suggested to Shiners Hospitals for Children.

Arrangements entrusted to Sassmann’s Chapel of Bland.