Mary Farrell Obituary


MARY ELLA (HODGSON) FARRELL
November 30, 1926 ~ December 26, 2012

Mary Ella Farrell, 86, was a life-long resident of Vancouver, WA.
Preceded in death by her eldest son, James, she is survived by: William E. 'Bill' Farrell, her husband of 62 years; their children: Barry, Ellen (Les) Jonsson, Ann (Jaime) Cedeno; five grandchildren: Jaleah, Breann and Charlie Jonsson, Melisa and Julian Cedeno; two great-grandchildren: Kaeley and Madhi Jonsson, all of Vancouver; her brother, Frank Hodgson (Vancouver) and her sisters, Shirley Hopfe (N. Carolina) and Jean Hodgson (Lacey, WA).
Mary graduated from Vancouver High School, where she enjoyed working on the Alki yearbook.
After graduating, she worked for the Clark County Sheriff's Office, where she met Bill. Mary was the first female deputy sheriff in Clark County.
A long-time member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, she was active in St. Catherine's Circle. She also took part in the Vancouver Police Officers' Wives Auxiliary. Mary was a member of local knitting guilds, delighting family members with her creations, and donating many winter items to the needy.
Gardening, beachcombing, camping, rooting for the Portland Trailblazers, and going on road trips throughout the U.S. with Bill were some of her favorite pastimes.
Mary loved music and played the piano. She grew up singing at various churches in Vancouver. Mary was a charter member of the Columbia River Chapter of Sweet Adelines where she sang lead in the barbershop harmony chorus and quartets for decades, competing locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Mary will always be remembered as a kind,
supportive and loving wife, mother and grandmother.
Her family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the caring staff of The Hampton Memory Care Residence and to extend blessings to others who have loved ones affected by Alzheimer's.
Hamilton Mylan Funeral Home is coordinating services. Mary will be laid to rest in Mother Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donating to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America or to the Columbia River Chapter of Sweet Adelines.

Please sign Mary's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 1, 2013.
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Oh my, the memories just flood back. Singing with my sweet friend Mary. Thank you Dear One for being in my life. Peace and Harmory to Bill, Barry, Ellen,Ann &Family. Love always Delphine

Delphine Taylor

January 5, 2013

So many fun times with her! Rebecca Corrine (becky)

January 5, 2013

I will always remember her kindness and sweet smile. I loved sharing Sweet Adeline times with Mary. We always had fun. Love to you and sorry for your loss. Love Barb

Barbara Strong

January 5, 2013

Mrs. Farrell (even at 57 I still call her Mrs. Farrell) was a true mom to all that came to the house. With her contagious smile, and her warm heart, she welcomed all. It was a pleasure to have you in my life.

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Mr Farrell, Ms Ann
So sorry to learn of Ms Mary's passing. She was certainly a kind person. It was interesting to see all the things she had done in her life. Obvious as to why all of you are so successful. Know that all of you Farrell's are in our prayers. She is in a much better place

Respectfully

Edgar, Caroline and the Butsch Girl's

Edgar Butsch

January 3, 2013

My thoughts are with the family. You cherished her so much. Find joy in her memory and in the future. Psalms 37:9to11,29. May you find comfort in that thought.

s c

January 3, 2013

Lt. Farrell, so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Carolyn Demme

January 3, 2013

Ann and family, sorry to hear about your mama. Y'all r in my prayers. i remember spending the night at your house. Your dad was like a hero to me. I thought it was cool to know a policeman.

Dawne Henry-Wood

January 2, 2013

Bill, We are sorry to hear of your wife's passing. It sounds like you had a wonderful life together.

Brian Wright

January 2, 2013

Sure will miss my kind and loving cousin. She always had time for us. She held a special place in our hearts.

Kay & Tom Archer

January 1, 2013

Bill and family,

My prayers and warm thoughts are with you all. I have fond remembrances of Mary Ella growing up as she and mother were good friends. One memory is the aroma of Christmas baking. Mom and Mary Ella would alternate baking at one home one year and the other home the following year. Mary was a talented, wonderful woman who is/will be missed by all whose life she touched.

Linda Janssen Clark

January 1, 2013

You have my heartfelt sympathy Bill. Mary was a very unique person; may her family find solace in the "good" memories.

Ellis Berg

January 1, 2013

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