William H "Bill" Farr

William H. "Bill Farr, age 94, of Elwood passed away peacefully on March 1, 2022 after a brief illness at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Elwood on October 5, 1927, the son of the late Norman Vern Farr and Gladys (Groover) Farr.
Bill proudly served his country in the United States Merchant Marines during World War II, and was honorably discharged from the United States Army on May 3, 1947. Following his time in the service Bill worked at Continental Can in Elwood for 30 years before retiring. Bill loved the outdoors, especially fishing trips with his family, and mowing his yard. He was a member of the Elwood V.F.W. Post 5782 and the American Legion. He will be greatly missed by his loving family.
Those left to cherish Bill's memories are his two sons, Bill (Sarah) Farr, and Eugene Farr; daughter, Becky (Tamara) Farr; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen Farr; and a son, Timothy Farr.
Family and friends are invited to visitation from 12 pm to 2 pm on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Dunnichay Funeral Home, 1113 South Anderson Street Elwood, IN 46036. A funeral service to honor Bill's life will begin immediately following the viewing on Friday at Dunnichay Funeral Home with hospice Chaplin Aaron Hogue officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park with military honors provided by the United States Army and the Elwood V.F.W. Honor Guard.
To share an online condolence or story about Bill please visit his obituary page at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.com