FARMER
Delores Marie “Tootie” Davis. Farmer, 76; of Sparta, IL; born October 4, 1935 in Marissa, Illinois; passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at her home in Sparta IL.
Mrs. Farmer was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Sparta, IL
She is preceded in death by her parents John and Mona, nee Kasperzick, Davis. Her husband David Lee Farmer whom she married on June 26, 1971 in Marissa, IL and who passed away on April 13, 1997. Brothers- Billy Davis; John Francis Davis Jr.; Joseph Davis; Gary Davis. Daughter Cindy Lou Kempfer.
She is survived by her 8 Children- Randy Kempfer of Evansville IL; Danny Joe (Debbie) Kempfer of Evansville, IL; Roy John(Cindy) Kemper of Prairie Durocher, IL.; Angela (Dan) Gotto of Perryville, MO; Rhonda Sue (David) Matchett of Little Rock, AK; Lucy LuAnn Dahlem of Sparta, IL; Rebeca Jean (Tim) Gregory of Sparta, IL; Sisters-Margaret Politsch of Lenzburg, IL; Annabelle Hofman and Merv of Lenzburg, IL; 1 Brother – Jimmie (Roberta) Davis of Marissa IL; 17 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the family.
Visitation: Friends may call at First Baptist Church in Sparta IL on Monday, September 10, 2012 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00am.
Funeral: Services will be held at First Baptist Church in Sparta, IL on Tuesday September 11, 2012 at 10:00am with Brother Tim McIntire officiating.
Interment: Burial will be held at the Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, IL.
Lucy I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a mother is heartbreaking. Just know we have a beautiful Angel to watch over us and she is free of pain and is happy and with her protector. Sending prayers and hugs to you and your family during this difficult time
Posted by: Susan Reichard – Fenton, MO – ProRehab coworker Sep 12, 2012
ReplyAmanda,
I’m sorry for the loss of your grandma. You and your family are in my prayers. I read your column this morning paying tribute to her. If only everyone could be so lucky to have the beautiful memories of their life told by a wonderful story teller like yourself.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Porter – Perryville, MO – Friend of Amanda Layton Sep 11, 2012
ReplyI thought alot of Delores .. She always made me welcome when I would go to visit her even after her son and I divorced. She always had a smile for you and that smile will forever stay in my heart.. RIP Ma so glad I was able to make it to say my good bye to you the other day.. I will always love you. God Please give peace to the rest of the family.. My heart goes out to the family ..
Posted by: Donna Mandrell – Tilden,, IL – Ex-daughter-in-law Sep 10, 2012
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I thought alot of Delores .. She always made me welcome when I would go to visit her even after her son and I divorced. She always had a smile for you and that smile will forever stay in my heart.. RIP Ma so glad I was able to make it to say my good bye to you the other day.. I will always love you. God Please give peace to the rest of the family.. My heart goes out to the family ..
Posted by: Donna Mandrell – Tilden,, IL – Ex-daughter-in-law Sep 10, 2012
Amanda,
I’m sorry for the loss of your grandma. You and your family are in my prayers. I read your column this morning paying tribute to her. If only everyone could be so lucky to have the beautiful memories of their life told by a wonderful story teller like yourself.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Porter – Perryville, MO – Friend of Amanda Layton Sep 11, 2012
Lucy I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a mother is heartbreaking. Just know we have a beautiful Angel to watch over us and she is free of pain and is happy and with her protector. Sending prayers and hugs to you and your family during this difficult time
Posted by: Susan Reichard – Fenton, MO – ProRehab coworker Sep 12, 2012