Reginald Luster “Bra” Farrish, Sr died in his home on Thursday, December 21,2017 in Waco, Tx at the age of 67.
Visitation: Friday, December 29, 2017 at Lake Shore Funeral Home from 12-5pm.
Funeral service: 11AM, Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Living Word Church of God In Christ with Rev. Earnest Cashaw officiating, and Dr. G. Gillum will serve as Eulogist.
Burial: Military Honors and burial is scheduled for 1pm, Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, Tx.
Reggie is survived by his wife, Anita T. Farrish; his children; a daughter, Candace Denton (Julius) of Waco, TX, daughter, Regina Farrish of Euless, Tx, a son, Reginald “Bobo” Farrish, Jr. (Kami) of Arlington, Tx, daughter, Kraven Rowry (Shedrach) of Hutto, Tx, daughter, Melva Ridge (Eric), of Lacy Lakeview, Tx and son, Kenneth Farrish, of Euless, Tx; a stepmom, Mary “Pete” Magadalene Farrish, three brothers; Langston “Pete” Farrish (Elke) of Omaha, NE, Bobby Farrish, Sr. of Roxboro, NC, and Michael Farrish (Lashawn) of Bowie, MD; an aunt, Ann Farrish of Roxboro, NC; two goddaughters, Deandra Washington & Tiffanie Ware of Waco, Tx; ex-wife, and mother of his children, Charlesetta Farrish; 21 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by both parents and a nephew, Gareth Farrish, of Omaha, NE.
Reggie was born on March 3, 1950 in Roxboro, NC to Oveda (Lunsford) Farrish and Langston Farrish Sr. He graduated from Ballou High School in 1969. He served in United States Army while completing a tour during the Vietnam War. He was employed by Waco’s VA Medical Center, where he worked until his retirement in Sept. 2006 after 27 years of service. He married Anita Farrish Dec. 21, 1987, who was a devoted wife and caregiver until his death 30 years later.
Family and friends remember him as “Mr. Fix It” since he was very talented with hands and in electrical work. In his leisure, you would often catch him doing crosswords, putting puzzles together or watching old westerns, crime shows, or “HOW IT’S MADE”. He was a reliable husband, father and friend. He loved family and truly took his role seriously. He was definitely a man of his word. Reggie was also known to be a devoted Redskins fan, and a true Dallas Cowboy hater.
The family would like to thank special friends/sisters, Doris Dove, Miley Pulliam, & Lilllian Ruiz-Cruz for their continued support.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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Anita and Family,
Sincere and heartfelt condolences are extended to the Farrish family. Reggie will be remembered by many for his humor and witty mouth. My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Barbara
Thanks Barbara.
Nita and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our heart and prayers go out to you. So sorry we can not be with you in your time of sorrow, he will be sorely missed. All our love,
Pete and Elke
Sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. Hoping peace and comfort find you soon.
Anita,
Richard and I extend our sympathy to you and your family during this time of your loss. We will indeed miss Reggie. He was special to both of us and I am glad that we took the time to get to know Reggie as the GREAT man he was. Reggie, I learned, was a man that loved his blended family and he graciously accepted and cherished Anita’s friends. Richard had a special place in Reggie’s heart and he made sure his brother was treated well. Richard always perked up and had a spark in his eye when Reggie visited with him. I will miss the support I received from Reggie, when I lost my dad, my mom, my my brother, my illness and most recently as Richard has been ill. There is only one Reggie and I was proud for Anita to say you are acting like your brother. I read a quote that said, “To be trusted is a greater compliment than to be loved” Reggie could be trusted and was truly LOVED. Miley and Richard Pulliam
Anita & Family, Deepest condolences.. Sherron Bell & son’s,. (McDonald’s)
My condolence on your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. I pray you find comfort in the scriptures:
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalms 46:1) and The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. (Psalms 34:18).
Candace and family,
I am so sorry to learn of your father’s passing. You have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be throughout the days.
Anita , my heartfelt condolences. Reggie saved me many times on the midnight shift . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laura McFee
Anita: We are thinking of you during this time and remembering your friendship and your care for Daddy at Wesley Woods. May God bless you with peace.
Darwin and Cynthia Bowser