of Cabot, AR
November 14, 1950 - March 11, 2023
Ernest LeeRoy Farris (Ernie), 72, of Cabot, AR died March 11, 2023. Ernie was born November 14, 1950 in Mountain Home, Arkansas to Ralph Leroy Farris Sr. and Fera May Jones.
Ernie was a graduate of Norfork High School in Norfork, Arkansas. Right out of high school he enlisted in the United States Army in 1969. Soon after basic training Ernie was deployed in support of the Vietnam War, where Ernie's platoon was ambushed, but with the grace of God he survived. On August 7, 1982 Ernie was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat on September 26, 1970.
During his time in the US Army Ernie held many titles, from team leader, squad leader, Flight operations coordinator, Flight Chief and Academic Instructor to platoon Sergeant. Ernie retired with full honors on April 21, 1993 as the flight operations of the 101st Airborne Division, with a pay grade of E-7, Sergeant First Class.
Soon after Army life Ernie worked for Eaton out of Mountain Home, Arkansas, later retiring as a boiler maker where he worked as a welder for the Local 83 based out of Kansas City, Missouri. Finally Ernie retired to Cabot, Arkansas in 2013.
He is preceded in death by his Father, Mother and wife, Glenda Farris.
Ernie leaves behind his stepmother, Etta Patterson; two daughters, Candy Hartry (Brian), Shana Ratts (Wesley); two sons, Ernest Farris Jr (Julie) and Travis Cox (Gabby); five sisters, Joan Swarthout, Gina Bledsoe, Rebecca Guawitz (Randy), Karen Regan (Karen) and Kathleen Moore (Shawn); two brothers, Ralph Farris Jr (Catherine) and Rick Farris and 10 grandchildren, JimmyLynn, Russell, Brendan, Devor, Hailey, Sydney, Hayden, Brayden, Brent and Erika.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Roller Funeral Home with Military Honors presented.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Funeral Home. Please visit our online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/mtnhome.
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13 Condolence(s)
Joan Sibel
Monday, March 20, 2023
I love you brother
I’ll see you at the resurrection
Valerie & Chris Lack
Saturday, March 18, 2023
We were sorry to learn of Ernie's passing. Prayers and condolences to the family he has left behind.
Brendan Hartry
Friday, March 17, 2023
Hey grandpa, I know we never talked much but I always was thinking about you. You were one of my biggest role models and I wanted to be just like you. I love you grandpa and I'm gonna miss you.
Cathy Beard
Friday, March 17, 2023
So very sad to hear of Ernie's passing. He is now home with our Lord, and in no more pain. Prayers for comfort for his family. We all loved you Ernie.
Tammy Spears
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Shana words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Hardest thing about getting older is losing our parents. You had the best!!! My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Love ya girl always here for ya friend!!!
DEE Killian Hill
Thursday, March 16, 2023
May your journey be one of love and rest. Ernie will be missed.
Janise wood
Thursday, March 16, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family
Thank you for your service 💙
Terrence Farrier
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
One of my favorite cousins. In high school he used to hit fly balls to me to catch. His laughter remains ever present to me. I am glad I got to visit with him and talk on the phone fairly often the past couple of years. He had a big heart and I have prayed often for a joyful reunion with past friends and family in paradise.
Carla holman
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
I love all of yall God Bless rest in love Ernie
Jackie McGinn
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Hugs, Love & Prayers for you all!
Jerry and Vanessa Ratts
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Ernie you will be missed we enjoyed getting to know you. Fly high
Candy Hartry
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
I love you dad. ♥ï¸
Ruby Hargett
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Ernie was a wonderful person. Glenda’s Family loved and respected Ernie.