Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

Dwight Farris, 97, of Bunker Hill, died at Staunton Health and Rehab Center on Feb. 1, 2024. He was born April 25, 1926, in Madison, Ill., the son to the late Henry Martin Farris and Nellie Marie (Griffith) Farris. He married Mary Ruth (Hazelip) Farris on April 29, 1949 and she preceded him in death on June 1, 2017.

Dwight was a veteran of the US Navy after having served during WWII and he was a retired carpenter. He loved gardening, flowers, reading his bible and praying daily. Dwight enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is survived b...