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James "Jim" Farrand

February 15, 2023

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James “Jim” Farrand, 69 of Cantrall, Illinois. Born on October 15, 1953 son of Billy Gene and Roma Farrand passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on February 15, 2023 at 2:15 a.m.

Jim is survived by his wife Brenda. They were married for 47 wonderful years. He was blessed with 3 wonderful children, Jennifer Tabit, Jessica Daily and his son Christopher “CJ” Farrand (Rachel Farrand). Jim has a wonderful older sister, Janie Farrand of Traverse City, Michigan. Jim is the Grandpa of 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.

Jim worked for at Sheet Metal Local 218 for many years and retired. He worked a short time for Bunn-O-Matic then finally left there to come home to do things at home, hunt, and he absolutely loved the 4th of July. So yes he was done with work.

Jim belonged to St. Aloysius Church in Springfield, Illinois.

There will be a Mass held in Jim’s honor at St. Aloysius Church in Springfield, Illinois at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 24th, 2023. Following Mass there will be a Celebration of Life (pot-luck style) at theVFW Post 10302 on Stockyard Road. Please come casual and wear purple, he loved purple.

The family requests that any donations be made out to Whitetails Unlimited.

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Brenda and family, please accept my condolences regarding Jim’s passing. He was one of the first journeymen I worked with and always one of my favorites. If you need to talk or need anything please let me know.

Posted by Beth Szillagyi on February 18, 2023

What a Great “Easy Going” Man my Cousin Jim Farrand was. More than being a Decent and Honest man he was an even Better Son, Brother, Husband, Dad and Granddad. He was one of the hardest working men I knew and yet he was always found time to be there for Jennifer. Jessie, CJ and the grandkids. We don’t get to chose the Path our lives take us down but we do get to choose how we walk That Path. Jim Farrand walked that path WELL. . Hugs & Kisses to ALL the Family Members that have gone before us. I’m sure all the Aunts and Uncle's are playing Pinochle, complaining about their partners bids while drinking Jug Beer and Telling Lies about who had the first vine ripened tomato. .Rest in Eternal Peace Cuz and until we meet again: P.S. You closed the final chapter of your life with Class and Dignity. Job well done. Jim & Jan Kramp (Cousin)

Posted by Cousin: Jim Kramp on February 18, 2023

Dad, you prepared us all each and every step of the way. But you were right when you said "This part sucks!" I love you Dad and tha KS for helping us through this and showing us how to be strong. Sometimes even being strong we have our days. 1 day at a time. I will love you forever 💓

Posted by Jennifer Tabit on February 17, 2023