Cheryl Lee Farmer Versailles, Kentucky Obituary

Cheryl Lee Farmer

Cheryl Lee Farmer, 78, wife of Joe Farmer, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at her home in Versailles, Kentucky. Born October 26, 1943 in Omaha, Nebraska, she was the daughter of the late Leonard Edwin and Myrtle Lorraine Gilbertson Kennell. Cheryl loved spending time with her family and was a faithful member of St. Luke Church in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Gaylen Kennell. Cheryl will be lovingly remembered by her husband of nearly 60 years, Joe Farmer, Versailles, children, James Allen (Michelle) Farmer, Versailles, Christopher Lee (Kathryn) Farmer, Lexington, Sherry Lynn Farmer (Larry) Aytes, Versailles, brother, Roger Kennell, The Village, Florida, sister-in-law, Debbie Kennell, grandchildren, Halley Morgan Farmer (Wesley Thomas) Ehn, Versailles, Rachel Elizabeth Farmer, Versailles, and Sydney Aytes, Hawaii. Private Interment will be at Rose Crest Cemetery in Versailles, Kentucky. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 16, 2022 at St. Luke Church, 2351 Alumni Drive, Lexington, Kentucky. Condolences may be expressed to the family here on Cheryl's tribute wall.
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Ginger Wells
June 16, 2023
I have just learned of Cheryl’s passing and am very saddened. We met in water aerobics class at YMCA a lot of years ago and grew to be very close friends. I’ll always remember the sacrifices she made for me sponsoring me in the Emanuel Walk in Wilmore KY one year, drivin... Continue Reading
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Susan Burns McGinnis
May 16, 2022
Cheryl was one of my Mom's dearest and most faithful friends. Mom talked about her as possibly the greatest christian influence in her life. I remember her as a kind and godly woman, and have so many sweet memories of their bible study group meeting together. It's comfor... Continue Reading
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Karen Nicholson
May 14, 2022
Joe she was a special lady. I miss seeing her before church every week. My prayers are with you all
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Hal Leet
May 14, 2022
(Not sure if first attempt went through) Great memories of the Farmers at St. Luke from the late '70's and early '80's. Heartfelt condolences to Joe and family in your loss, but comfort in knowing Chery's is now in her Heavenly home! Hal and Karen Leet, Lexington
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Bettie Ockerman
May 14, 2022
Cheryl was beautiful and sweet, and her love for our Lord was evident--she had that special glow of one who has a relationship with Jesus. My heart and my prayers are for Joe and the Farmer family.
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Kathy Fitzgerald
May 14, 2022
It was an honor to know Cheryl and call her my friend. She had a true Christian spirit and her life was an inspiration to me. Her prayers for me and my walk over the years are treasured and I am forever changed by knowing her. I am so sorry for your loss, but I kno... Continue Reading
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Prudence
May 12, 2022
Sending our prayers 🙏 and love ❤️ to all the family. Cheryl is out of pain and will be watching over you all with other family members. Love, Hank and Prudence.
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Joy Pope-Kelley
May 12, 2022
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Marie McIntyre-Brown
May 12, 2022
Jim and Chris, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. Marie McIntyre-Brown
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Jeanne Elam
May 11, 2022
I am saddened to learn of Cheryl’s death. She was a wonderful godly woman and friend. Surrounding your family with love and prayers.
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