Jeffrey Wayne Fahrnow, a wonderful father and caring friend, concluded a full and varied life on December 27, 2013, at home south of Miles City, Montana. Jeff was born June 1, 1946, in Holden Massachusetts, to Claire Pickering Fahrnow and Jack Frederick Fahrnow, who was then in the United States Army. Jeff lived in several Massachusetts towns and in Huntington and Lagro, Indiana, during his childhood.
Jeff graduated from Northfield High School, near Wabash, Indiana, in 1964 and completed a heavy equipment training course at Greer Technical Institute in Illinois in 1970. He served in the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1966 as an air policeman and was awarded a small arms expert marksmanship ribbon in 1965.
On August 11, 1967, Jeff married Judith Merene Rogers in Wabash, Indiana, where their three children were later born. The couple moved their family to Longmont, Colorado, in 1977.
Always eager to try something new, Jeff held many positions throughout his working years. In Indiana he was a factory worker, town policeman, college campus security officer, manager of gasoline service stations and truck stops, and heavy equipment operator for the highway department. After moving to Colorado, Jeff continued as a heavy equipment operator, driving the steep mountain roads and operating cranes–even in the midst of downtown Denver traffic. His interest in public safety took him back to security work, however. He established a private security service and then concluded his career as a corporate plant security manager. In retirement, Jeff built a home south of Miles City, Montana–with the help of talented and enthusiastic neighbors and the advice of helpful Miles City merchants.
Jeff’s recreational interests were as varied as his occupations. In his twenties he modified and drag raced a 1962 Chevy Impala (fondly named the Sopwith Camel). He enjoyed camping with friends and family, maneuvering speed boats on lakes in Colorado and Nevada, riding motorcycles into Canada and through the Colorado Rockies, watching his children flip on the water while ski-tubing, hunting deer, traveling and RV-ing throughout the United States, gardening, playing poker, holding picnics for neighbors in the Moon Creek area, searching the internet and planning and building the residence and shop.
Jeff was preceded in death by both parents and one brother Carl Fahrnow. Surviving Jeff are three children–Shane A. Fahrnow of Terry, Montana; Janine K. Maldonado of Show Low, Arizona; Guy E. Fahrnow of Casper, Wyoming–and their mother Judith M. Fahrnow of Miles City, Montana. Also surviving are two sisters–Zayna Sheline and Jacqui Fahrnow–and one brother, Jack Fahrnow, all of Spring Hill, Kansas; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
A Graveside service will be held on Friday, June 20, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery in Miles City with full military honors. The following day, June 21, family and friends will gather at noon to celebrate Jeff’s life with a picnic on the property south of Miles City where Jeff had resided since 1996.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 p.m.
Friday June 20, 2014
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 p.m.
Friday June 20, 2014
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Steve & Ann Atkinson says
Dear Judy and Family,
We are thinking of you all. Stay strong.
Harley & Hazel Saddler says
Dear Judy & family,
We are sorry to hear Jeff passed away.
I know how you must be hurting but with God’s help it gets better. You have our deepest sympathy. We are praying for you.
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Jeffrey Wayne Fahrnow – May you find comfort in your loving memories, great pictures and in recalling the many talents of Mr. Fahrnow . God did not purpose that mankind suffer and die and has promised that a time will come when no one will say “I am sick” (Isaiah 33:24). The Bible promises a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). The Paradise that was originally promised for the earth in the Garden of Eden will be restored causing God’s “will to be done as in Heaven also upon Earth “(Matthew 6:9, 10). Please find comfort in Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).
dennis janka says
a true friend . we shared good times and bad, happy times and sad, you were a true friend till the end. i truly am going to miss you. God bless you buddy . Judy may the good lord give you the strength to carry on. our prayers go out t you and your family.
Roxie Schwartz says
Judy, so sorry for your loss. Glad I was able to be a part of Jeff’s health care. God Bless you and the rest of your family, you know Jeff will be smiling down on you. I’m sending you a hug along with strength and prayers in this time of sorrow.
mike & myrna higgins says
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for all the family at this time of your loss.
Bill & Betty Johnson says
Jeff was a great friend, always willing to help and there when you needed him. It was a truly an honor to have known him. We will surely miss him.
Judi; our deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of Jeff. Our thoughts and prayers are are with all of you at this time. Stay strong and God will help you through this time of sorrow.
Gene & Tiiu Airey says
Our sincrerest condolences to Jeff’s family. He was a very good man and will be greatly missed by all.
Bill and Carol Smith says
Judy, we are sorry for your loss. Jeff has been a blessing to our family and also to many families in our community. We will be praying for God’s strength and comfort for you and your family. If you need anything, call us.
Mary Lou Augustine says
Dear Judy, Just want you to know we are thinking of you here at Desert Sun. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. We’ll keep you in our prayers. Anita is keeping us updated and we are hoping you will join us in the near future. Mary Lou
Rhonda (Coatney) Rippey says
Love you cousin. My heart goes out to you with the loss of Jeff. Such a beautiful wedding I remember you and Jeff had together. I remember the simple wedding gown. It made an impression on this preteen. Kevin and I will continue to pray for peace and comfort. God is there for You, Lean on Him. Hope you can get to AZ for a brief respite.
Rhonda
Franklin Rogers says
Judy, so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. My heart goes out to you. Jeff is going to be missed by many, including me. I had hoped to get back to Montana to see you folks before now, but finances just didn’t permit it. My prayers are with you and your children. Carol and I really enjoyed ourselves the last time we were there. I really loved the area you live in.
Franklin
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Doris says
I’m sorry for your loss, during this difficult time may fond thoughts of your loved one comfort you, soon, no resident will say: I am sick – Isaiah 33:24.