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Sgt. Lloyd "Tony" Chester Farrister

7/29/1942 - 12/5/2024

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Obituary For Sgt. Lloyd "Tony" Chester Farrister

This Proud Marine’s Battle is Over.

Sgt. Lloyd “Tony” Chester Farrister, 82, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on December 5, 2024 at Valley Hospice North Care Center, with his loving wife and whole family by his side. Tony was born on July 29, 1942 at home in Cedartown, Georgia a son of the late Chester & Leeberta Farrister.

Lloyd enlisted in the United States Marine Corps from 1962 – 1971 and proudly served his Country in the Vietnam war with Honor. He was a skilled mechanic and after the Marine Corps he worked for Coca-Cola and UPS before retiring as a Courier with Fed-Ex. He took pride in everything especially in his yard making it so beautiful. Lloyd also enjoyed traveling all over the world with his wife and friends. He was a true southern gentleman having a kind word for everyone. He loved his family, was the best husband and an amazing father and grandfather.

Lloyd is survived by his loving wife Dorothy Lee Farrister; four children Tony (Missy) Farrister, Erin (Ed) Wilson, Renee Farrister & Bryan (Dana) Farrister; six grandchildren Eddie (Alicia) Wilson, Rachel Farrister, Jonathan Farrister, Daniel Farrister, Bethany Keister & Alyssa (Cody) Haymen and two additional grandchildren that Lloyd and Dorothy raised Nevaeh Farrister & Bryce Flenniken; six great grandchildren Alaric Wilson, Jayce Flenniken, Kylee Stull, Madelynn Keister, Jax Stewart & Mason Keister; nephews Keith (Mellisa) Zonker and his children Dillon, Haley, Payton & Mackenzie and Kyle (Debbie) Zonker as well as amazing friends Paul & Bobbie Koltz.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Monday from 5 – 7 pm with additional visitation on Tuesday from 10 until the time of services at 11 am. Burial at Fort Steuben Burial Estates.

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  • 12/10/2024

    Ron Slivka

    Very sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you all.

  • 12/10/2024

    Patrick F Murphy

    My heartfelt condolences to the Farrister family. Tony was a great man. God doesn't make them any better than Tony. Always a handshake and a smile everytime I ran into him. Tony will be remembered for his kindness and compassion. God rest your soul Tony.

  • 12/09/2024

    David E. Henderson

    My condolences and prayers for Dorothy and the family. The thought and memories of the man that Tony was will always bring a smile to my face. Judge David Henderson, retired

  • 12/08/2024

    Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum

    May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Sgt. Lloyd Chester Farrister, give you peace, comfort and strength... Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of .... US Marine Veteran, Sgt. Lloyd Chester Farrister, is "A True American Hero" God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

  • 12/07/2024

    Wendy Farrister- New

    Y'all are in our thoughts, and we will be praying for y'all during this time. The world truly lost a wonderful man. Sending love and hugs. XOXOXO From Lloyd's GA family: Chad, Wendy (Farrister), Austin & Chelsea New

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