J. Michael Farris

Murray Still

#36

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda,
I was so shocked when I got a message from Julia Williams last night telling me about Michael. I feel so bad that I am only finding out about this now. If I had known, I would have reached out sooner. I know we have all lost touch over the years, but Michael was a great childhood friend and it's hard to believe he is gone. He we will always bring a smile to my face when I think about our old gang on Centenary and what fun we had together. Miss you!!!

James Baker

#35

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Just found out about Mike's passing, and am devastated. Mike and I lived together for 3 years during our time at North Texas, and I counted him as a great friend. I'm nearing 50 now, but still not sure I've laughed as hard with anyone as I did with Mike. We fell out of touch in recent years, but I think of him often. Linda, I know you guys had a special relationship, and I can only imagine how difficult this year has been.

Chris Meier

#34

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My cousin Michael was just a year younger and we had the best times together as kids. Typically we would get together each Christmas season. My sister Angela and I would pull Michael in different directions since he was "the favorite cousin" for both of us. It was so exciting to see Uncle Bob, Aunt Linda & Michael pull into our driveway at our old house in Whitehaven in the 70's. Those were the days. It's crazy to think about how much has changed since those times. As we aged we unfortunately grew apart. I remember being so jealous of him in our 20's because he was so focused, driven and over achieved at whatever he did. Even though he was younger he was many years ahead of me with regards to maturing and knowing what he wanted to do with his life. He will certainly be missed and will always be my favorite cousin.

Scot Rogers

#33

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I've put off writing to you Mike as I wrestled with your loss. This is difficult. You were a great friend. I have been blessed with an amazing group of friends I grew up with - too many to say any one is a "best" friend as they are all best friends. I count you among those best friends. There was a time in Dallas when you were truly my "best" friend. I remember going through a really dark time when your smile and laughter kept me going. I remember sleeping on your couch when I wasn't welcome in my own home anymore as I went through a divorce. I remember you and I were an inseparable pair during that time as you helped me move on. We had a lot of fun, a lot of laughs, and you always brought people together. Godspeed Joe Mike. I hope you have finally found peace. I miss you.

Angela Carman

#32

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Aunt Linda.
I'm so sad to hear about the loss of Michael. We connected in so many ways over time, as children and adults. I've got some awesome photos of us when we were young at family reunions. My best memories were the many years we spent at Bobby's for Christmas. He was always so much fun to be around. I so looked forward to seeing him every year. When the yearly visits ended, I spoke to him on the phone a few times to offer my support and love.
My husband Paul also had the pleasure of meeting you both and sends his condolences.
We love you!

F.J. Rose

#31

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have many fond memories of Michael from when I was young. He used to always come down for holidays and we always had so much fun. I always looked up to Michael as a big brother and he always set a good example. I haven't seen Michael in many years but I will always remember the great times we had. RIP Brother

Todd Hurd

#30

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

For a truly good guy that will be missed by many. See you on the other side. Todd

Jessica Howard

#29

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I haven't seen Mike in many many years but we were good friends in highschool. He was such a fun, kind hearted great guy. He will definitely be missed by everyone that got the luxury of knowing him.

Andy Packmore

#28

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Remember playing with and against you for years in soccer, and for some reason having much better results when you were on my team! What's that about!!!
Gonna miss those hundreds of elite olympic quality ping pong matches we had later in college days. We may have been a bit past our "prime" physical condition, but I don't remember laughing or ever having more fun in my life.
Miss you tons Mike and am lucky to have called you my friend.
Thoughts and prayer for you and your family.

Ryan Rose

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was very young the last time I saw Michael. I don't have many clear memories, but I do specifically remember that he always had a smile on his face. I asked my dad about him a few months ago and he filled me with stories about what a great person he truly was. He will always be remembered as a great man.

Sheree Rose

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda,
Michael was one of the sweetest boys I have ever known. The most beautiful smile. Some of my fondest memories are Christmas celebrations and decorating Easter eggs. He had a way of livening up any celebration. Michael was always so great with F.J. & Ryan. Such a wonderful big
brother. I wish they could have had more time together.
Michael will be remembered in my prayers always.

Wade McCune

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mike was a really talented artist ? one of the best at his craft in the city of Little Rock. He will be missed. Prayers and thoughts to all of his friends and family.

Shannon Deuschle Quinn

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I'm not sure that I've ever seen a more beautiful and infectious smile than yours. A kind and gentle soul...You were a gift to many and a friend to everyone you met. Peace be with you...

Steve Ronnel

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I miss you Mike and will remain forever thankful for your friendship and our countless fun times together. We shared amazing, priceless memories ? in your Olds, my Celica and Jimmy, the many things that happened on Mellon Street seen only by Pepper the old blind dog, at Hall High, soccer tourneys, the Atlanta Olympics, and our NOLA trips. These and many others will stay with me always. When you moved to LR from Dallas in 7th grade, we became fast friends and you had a lasting impact on the wonder years that followed. Your competitiveness and leadership by example made everyone around you better. And your creative eye helped us see, hear and laugh at life in ways we otherwise might have missed. We were born on the same day in the same hospital. There were plenty of days in high school I wished the doctors had switched us at birth so I could live with Jocko. Your cutting humor and ability to smile and laugh at everyone and everything, including yourself, is surpassed only by hers. Sending much love and appreciation to your incredible mother. Jocko ? thank you for the gift of Joseph Michael Farris.

Russ McKinney

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My thoughts and prayers to the family. Since HS, Mike has been in them.

Stacey Shaddox Bevans

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry to hear about your loss of Mike. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face that will be missed. He always made me laugh and just so much fun to be around. Keeping you family in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacey Shaddox Bevans

Dena Faulkner Hutton

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mike was a great friend and made me laugh every single day of junior high and high school. I have so many fond memories of his infectious laugh, wicked sense of humor and dear heart. I am lucky to have known him and so so sad at his passing. Much love, strength and prayers to his family.

Mandy Eberle

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was so sorry to hear of this terrible loss. I am so glad I got to know Mike at Hall, he was such a wonderful person, with a smile that could light up the night ... He will always be remembered and loved by all. Praying for God to give you strength, and be with you always. Mandy

Adam Kohler

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I'm really not sure where to begin....from right after we met on the soccer field when you moved here in the 7th grade, we became close friends. There are so many great memories I will never forget from: the formation of the Jockoteers with your sweet mother as our team manager, chauffeur, and #1 cheerleader, the road trips, the pretzel balls, the Tulsa soccer tournament at The Camelot with the Miss Gay Oklahoma competition, then having the philosophical conversation in the middle of the night with the contestants while JB ate his bucket of chicken, the OldsmoBuick, the Brady Dome, driving "Incognito" with glacier glasses, the countless goals you scored to the championships we won together. To this day, I've never seen another soccer player with so little speed :), who could cut and make people look so silly with such ease. I'll also never forget the first time playing against you at Forest Heights, when I realized that you also played sneaky, with that little push in the back! Your ability on and off the field were rarely seen. Your candle burned brighter than most while you were here with us, and I will always regret that it burned out too soon. You were a great friend, and I will forever miss your constant smile, your infectious laugh, and most of all you. You were my friend.

Just one last time, it would be great to hear you say, "Flog it, Jocko!"

Linda Banks Lewis

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Prayers for your family. God will give you strength.

Ashley Henry

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have such wonderful memories of Mike. He was the first soccer player I knew, and he introduced me to REM -- one of the best bands ever! We had such a great time together. He was my prom date when I was a junior, and I will never forget him. What a sweetheart. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jamie Griffith

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My heart is saddened to learn of this. Mike was truly a nice guy. My sincerest thoughts and prayers for all.
~ Jamie

Abraham Borum III

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mike, we were HS classmates and not close but I remember your skills on the pitch when I wrote sport articles for the paper. May your journey be complete and your family knowing that you have found your rest. Abe

Dana Green

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

God knew way in advance the perfect mother for Michael. I remember when that beautiful boy was born. We had so much fun playing with him. I remember how hard we would laugh at the things he did. I practiced mothering on Michael before my own baby was born. I am so sad and my heart aches for all who loved and were close to Michael. I wish I could be there for you. I am sending all my love to you Linda.
Dana

Gia Picou

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss Linda. You are in my prayers.

Steven Laster

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mike's passion to compete, his great skill, and his infectious smile are what I remember most from our high school days together. Praying for you Jacko, and thankful Mike is at peace.

Patricia Fuquay

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sending prayers to help you through this difficult time.

Lori mabry

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So very sad for you dear Linda. He will be remembered with great affection. May his beautiful and restless soul be at peace now. Many prayers for you and your family.

Norma Ellis

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda thinking of you during this time of loss. Michael would always wave or say hi when I saw him around the condos. Keeping you in my prayers.

Sandy Williams

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda, I'm so sad to hear about Michael. My prayers are with you.

Laura Greene

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie Tanner

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda,
I'm so sorry to hear about Michael. My love and prayers to you and your family! I love you, Linda..Jackie Tanner and Valerie Pitts

Butch and Mary Lou Matthews

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We are so sorry to hear about Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He had a great Mom, Love you Linda

Scotty Roberts

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mike was the best soccer player I've ever had the privilege of playing with, but more importantly a good guy. Very sad to hear the news - praying for Mike and Jocko.

shannon mckinney

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We love you Linda. Sending prayers to you during this difficult time.

Shannon and Frank McKinney

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our hearts go out to you at this time. Our prayers are with you. May he rest in peace now.