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William M. Farrell, Jr., age 79, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2022. He was born April 29, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Dr. William M. Farrell, Sr. and Charleen Power Farrell.
He is survived by his wife Nancy (Weems) Farrell; his daughter Allison Farrell Berry (Brian); his son Michael Patrick Farrell; his two granddaughters, Corinne and Elise Berry; his sister, Maureen Guetschow; his sisters-in-law, Christine Weems and Marian Weems Vosburgh (Toby); his brothers-in-law, Henri Weems (Elaine) and Charles Weems (Barbara); nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Farrell’s memory may be made to Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology, 6616 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45230 (athenaeum.edu/donate) or Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio, 7162 Reading Road, Suite 60, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237 (CCSWOH.org/donate).  Private services will be held at a later date.
Professional Services Entrusted to W.E. Lusain Funeral Home

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Jan Kienholz
July 10, 2022
July 10, 2022
Dear Nancy, Allison and Michael,
We were so very saddened by Bill’s passing. We will miss our annual B&W mini reunions in Lynchburg, Cincinnati and Westfield. We had so much fun playing golf, eating and catching up with each other & B&W news. Ron enjoyed his time with Bill especially being his chauffeur on trips to Pittsburgh. He is grateful for Bill giving him the opportunity “to spread his wings” in Indiana.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers
Jan & Ron Kienholz
Larry Brinegar
July 9, 2022
July 9, 2022
To say we were stunned to learn of Bill's passing would be an injustice to an old friend of so many years. Bill and I met around 60 years ago at work in Lynchburg, Va. and we were present at your wedding and spent so many challenging times in the office and fun times at gatherings with friends which created a beautiful relationship that spanned all those years. We are heartbroken he is no longer among us but know he is smiling down at us from God's eternal kingdom. Peace be with you. Larry and Mary Ann
Brian DeGroft
July 8, 2022
July 8, 2022
Dear Nancy, Allison, Michael and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I have been thinking of you and keeping all of you in my prayers. Bill was an incredibly intelligent, kind, and caring man. It was clear to me how much he loved and cared for his family. I will truly miss him. May God's blessings and peace be with all of you. 
Rudolf de Millas
July 8, 2022
July 8, 2022
Dear Nancy and family,
sad news can also be comforting, when they reveal that ties still exist whose roots date back by decades now. Bill was a wonderful colleague while assisting German engineers in the construction of power plants forty years ago. We still have fond memories of you both Nancy and Bill.
May he rest in peace.
In deepest sympathy,
Rudolf and Marion
Bob Ricketts
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Dear Nancy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Bill was pledge brother and a good good friend. 
We went through four years together at U. Missouri (Rolla) and then graduate school at MIT. I also worked with Bill early in his career at BWXT where he became a top manager. Bill and I didn’t see much of each other after your move from Lynchburg to Ohio. We talked about getting some of the old gang together again for golf and the races at Saratoga, but that didn’t happen after the 1970’s. 
I will always remember one of Bill’s trips to Schenectady (KAPL) after he met you Nancy. He was so happy and his eyes really lit up when he was telling me about you. 
To Bill - Rest In Peace Brother!!
AEKDB,
Goose
leslie weems
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Nancy, Allison & Family, Michael-
Prayers for you for the loss of your beloved husband and father.
Bill enjoyed his life and lived life fully. He enjoyed his career, and
enjoyed a happy marriage. Bill was a family man and took pride in
Allison and Michael, his children. He enjoyed his son-in-law &
grandchildren.
A man of faith he had a relationship with God.
Bill will be missed, he did not tarry nor waste time on this earth.
He set an example of a "life fully lived".

Blessings to each of you for your loss.
Leslie
Ron Wessel
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Sorry for your loss, Nancy.
Bill was a great friend, boss and leader. We shared sort of an over the top love for baseball, both having been rather amazing players. We talked periodically about going to Cardinal Spring Training but somehow never got around to it. So much for procrastination.
I haven’t seen Bill in a long while but will miss him.
Dede Logan
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Praying for your family. 
John Fees
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Nancy and family, Jill and I are so sorry and saddened on the sudden loss of Bill. Bill was one of our top executives, deeply skilled, wonderful around people and kind to all. One of the best. We spent many hours laboring over our businesses and during that time getting to know each other was the best outcome we shared. I will never forget his sense of humor. I pray for you all to find peace from this time of mourning. 
Susan Marvin
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Bill and I are just heartbroken with this news. As my dear cousin, he was one of my most favorite people in the world. Growing up in St Louis, we shared so many wonderful family times together. Those memories will always bring a smile to my face and warm my heart. He built a beautiful family and I know your love for each other will see you through this most difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss, it’s a big one.
Love and hugs to you all. Susan
Kevin Collins
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
Nancy, Allison, Michael and Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this time of profound sadness and irreplaceable loss. Know that your husband, father and grandfather was a man of enormous faith and impeccable character who was liked, admired and respected by all who knew him. While he will be forever mourned and missed, the indelible imprint he has left on his family and friends will never fade.
Mary Anne, Kevin, Casey & Chris Collins
Alice Farrell
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
Dear Nancy and family. 
We are so sorry to learn the news of Bill’s sudden passing. We will be praying for strength at this sad time for all. We enjoyed the special visits in Florida and wish there could have been more of them.
Blessings to you as we remember the terrific guy Bill was.
Alice Farrell
Jerry and Carol Fox
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.  May your heart find peace in the strength of your faith, in the closeness of friends, and in the love of family.  With Sympathy, Jerry and Carol Fox
Donna Paola
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
We are so very sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. We send our most heartfelt sympathy and fervent prayers for you, Nancy and your family. Take care of yourself.

Donna and Dave Paola

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Jan Kienholz
July 10, 2022
July 10, 2022
Dear Nancy, Allison and Michael,
We were so very saddened by Bill’s passing. We will miss our annual B&W mini reunions in Lynchburg, Cincinnati and Westfield. We had so much fun playing golf, eating and catching up with each other & B&W news. Ron enjoyed his time with Bill especially being his chauffeur on trips to Pittsburgh. He is grateful for Bill giving him the opportunity “to spread his wings” in Indiana.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers
Jan & Ron Kienholz
Larry Brinegar
July 9, 2022
July 9, 2022
To say we were stunned to learn of Bill's passing would be an injustice to an old friend of so many years. Bill and I met around 60 years ago at work in Lynchburg, Va. and we were present at your wedding and spent so many challenging times in the office and fun times at gatherings with friends which created a beautiful relationship that spanned all those years. We are heartbroken he is no longer among us but know he is smiling down at us from God's eternal kingdom. Peace be with you. Larry and Mary Ann
Brian DeGroft
July 8, 2022
July 8, 2022
Dear Nancy, Allison, Michael and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I have been thinking of you and keeping all of you in my prayers. Bill was an incredibly intelligent, kind, and caring man. It was clear to me how much he loved and cared for his family. I will truly miss him. May God's blessings and peace be with all of you. 
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July 13, 2022
by Wayne Thomas Bryant
Bill and I worked together during one summer at Scullen Steel Co. Main building is still there on Manchester Road and Waldemar. We had a pact....if I was late Bill would clock in for me and if he was late (never was) I would clock in for Bill. I was late one day and true to our pact, Bill clocked me in. The foreman was Art Franz and called us both into his office. It was then that I discovered I was not the center of the universe. We didn't get fired but never stepped out of line again ever.I wasn't as smart as I thought I was.
My condolences to Bill's wife and family. He was one of the nicest guys I ever had the privilege to be classmates at CBC and one brief summer at Scullen Steel Co.
Peace,
Wayne Thomas Bryant

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