of Clarksville, AR
January 9, 1943 - July 18, 2022
Ruth Ann Farrar, 79, of Clarksville, Arkansas passed away Monday, July 18, 2022 in Clarksville. She was born in Clarksville January 9, 1943 to John R. and Marie (Jennings) Selby. Ruth Ann was a member of Mt. Vernon Church of Christ. She graduated from Harding University in 1965, going on to teach home economics at three schools, including the Arkansas School for the Deaf. In addition, Ruth Ann modeled Proverbs 31:10-31, teaching Sunday school, supporting her husband, Paul Farrar, in his preaching and co-managing with Paul a few small businesses through the years, including raising collies and cocker spaniels.
After Ruth Ann's retirement from teaching to raise her two daughters, she continued to be active in church and with her small businesses. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, visiting the forests and mountains of the Ozark Mountains, cheering on the Razorbacks and Harding Bisons and cooking.
Ruth Ann is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, John L Selby.
She is survived by her husband to whom she was devoted for 54 years, Paul Farrar; two daughters, Rebecca and Ben Dawdy of Lincoln, AR and Sylvia and Russel Hiatt of Searcy, AR; nine grandchildren, Anna-Marie, Briar, Bonnie, Hannah, Abigail, Josiah, Zebulon, Angus and Levi Dawdy and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 22, 2022, from 6-8 PM at Roller-Cox Funeral Home.
Mrs. Farrar's funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Roller-Cox Funeral Home with Jake Chism officiating.
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14 Condolence(s)
Lynda Collins Hickenbottom
Friday, July 22, 2022
My deepest condolences for you loss. Ruth Ann was a joy to know and a friend to all. She will be greatly missed. Lynda
Dane and Gail Woodard
Friday, July 22, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Ruth Ann’s passing. We were friends since we were little girls. Paul and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Levada Qualls
Friday, July 22, 2022
This sweet lady exemplified the Christian values that truly make a difference in our world. Prayers for the peace that passes understanding for family and friends God grants extra grace with such loss.
Marlene Dougan
Friday, July 22, 2022
So sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family.
Dan Robins
Friday, July 22, 2022
Paul we will be holding you up in our prayers during these difficult days. While I have never met either of you face to face I have enjoyed our friendship thru your business with greenstuff hand cleaner.
Forever in his arms of compassion.
dan
Glenda Warren
Friday, July 22, 2022
So sorry for your loss . I so enjoyed knowing Ruth Ann. When I was at the Flower Shop and she called we always visited on the phone. So many memories .
Aaron and Rebekah Mize
Thursday, July 21, 2022
We are very sorry to hear this. Mrs. Farrar was always welcoming and kind (Proverbs 31:26). Our thoughts and prayers for all of her family and friends.
Our Condolences,
Aaron and Rebekah Mize
Kathy Stout
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Paul, and family we are so sorry. Ruth Ann was such an inspiration to so many. I am praying for you all. God bless you all.
Kary Hardin Scarborough
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Ruth Ann was a friend since we were in the first grade together at Sallis School. I was in awe of Ruth Ann even back then because she was so smart and knew all her colors.
Jeannie Owen
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Ruth Ann’s passing. Paul and the family, you all are in my prayers. Dave, Brian , and Carla sends their sympathy, also. In Christian Love.
Jeannie
Edward Bradley
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Very sorry for the loss of your helpmate. May God wrap His arms of love around you all.
Cathy (Smith) Rosemeier
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Will be praying 🙠for the hole family..
John Manson Ray
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Ruth was a very special lady...easy to appreciate as her love and spiritual values were a part of her daily life. It was always an honor to be around her. It has been many years since seeing her, but the memories of growing up with her remain strong!! Heaven has gained a wonderful asset and she will sorely missed. I grieve with the family, but am joyful that her beautiful smile will be for us in eternity!!!!
Marc Muncy
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
I am grieved by the news of Ruth Ann’s death. What a sweet and godly woman she was. I treasure all my memories of our conversations and experiences. Her exemplary life as a daughter, mother, wife, grandmother, friend, neighbor, etc. will long be remembered and celebrated.