Virgil James Farris passed away peacefully in Forsyth, Montana on July 8, 2024.
Virgil was born the son of Loyd Farris and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Bowling on April 28, 1934 in Miles City, Montana. The family of 8 lived in the Pine Hills outside of Terry, Montana. As a young man, Virgil loved the cowboy life, breaking horses and taking care of the animals on the home place. He went to work in Rosebud, Montana for Perry Olson as a ranch hand and married late Gloria Olson on September 25, 1954, they had three children: Monte, Sheri, and TJ. Virgil and Gloria fostered another young lady, Mineva Prather. Virgil later moved his family to Forsyth and went to work for the County Road Department. He was a top-notch road grader.
Virgil met Waneeta Brockel Thompson and they were married on August 31, 1978. He gained two sons, Richard and Chad. Virgil went to work for the City of Forsyth and enjoyed helping his brother-in-law and nephew with many construction projects around town. Virgil and Waneeta enjoyed many camping and fishing trips with family and friends. They loved to travel and spent time gardening after they retired. Virgil especially loved his little dog, Buddy and together they taught him tricks to entertain everyone who came to visit.
Virgil is survived by his stepsons, Richard and Chad Thompson and families; grandchildren: Ronnie, Lindsay, Levi Watson, Trevor Watson and their families; nephews, Ron Ball, Les Butler, and their families.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Styrol, Robert, and Bill; sisters, Hannah, Edith, Ruby, and Verlie; daughter, Sheri; and sons, Monte and TJ; and wife, Waneeta.
Connie Brown says
To Virgil’s family,
He is finally at peace! Prayers to you. Hold tight to your memories.
Lynnette watson says
Sorry to hear about vigil he’s sure going to be missed by all.
Garth Lee says
Garth Lee says he was a good man as roesbud county shops supervisor!
My dad Howard Lee worked for him!
Earl Benti worked for him!
Some Quinlan worked for him!
He over saw the new county shops being built!
My dad built the security fence around the yards
Carolyn E Hays says
Well Uncle Virg, you finally made it over the bridge. You had a long and interesting life and lots of sorrows too. May you rest in peace. All your loved ones are waiting for you to join them. Peace to Ron, Shila, Chad and Richard.
Cooky (Johnson) Hays
Pamela Ash says
My prayers are with you all. I will miss my dear neighbor!
C P says
My condolences to the family. When losing a loved one it can be unbearable. In the Bible book of Isaiah 25:8 Jehovah God promises soon to “swallow up death forever.” He also promises to bring back those who have fallen asleep in death (Acts 24:15). In a little while longer this kind of pain will be a thing of the past (Revelations 21:4). May these scriptures bring you comfort in this difficult time (jw.org)