Claude Farmer, age 88 of Pikeville, died Monday, September 21, 2020 at home with family by his side. He retired as an EMT with Bledsoe County Ambulance Service in 1996 after twenty-six years of service. He loved working with his hands especially doing wood working, gardening, and fishing for carp and catfish. Preceding him in death were his parents, Clarence Edward and Maggie Lou Nelight Farmer; brother, William Clarence Farmer; sisters, Lutella, Addie, Lillie Mae, and Mayme. Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Ann Havner Farmer; sons, Clarence Edward (Angela Ervin) Farmer and William J. (Patsy) Farmer; daughter, Sarah Renee(Tim) McPeak; grandchildren, William Matthew, Kaylan, Meagan Renee, and Timothy Colton; great-grandchildren, Shane Matthew and Edward Isaac; several nieces, nephews; cousins and a host of friends. A private memorial service was held for family members. Condolences can be made at www.pikevillefuneralhome.com. Pikeville Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.