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Michael P. Farbo, 84

November 20, 2013

Michael P. Farbo, 84, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in St. Michael, PA, he was the son of the late Michael S. and Catherine (Malosky) Farbo. Michael was the loving husband of Betty A. (Finnegan) Farbo with whom he celebrated 61 years of marriage.
Michael graduated from Windber High School in 1947. A veteran, he served in the United States Army. Michael retired as a machine operator after 35 years of service with Hamilton Watch Company. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was a master craftsman and enjoyed doing many activities.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Betty, are two sons: Michael G. Farbo, husband of Darlene, of Pequea, and James P. Farbo, husband of Patty, of Ephrata; 7 grandchildren: Sarah, Aaron, Zebulah, James, Laura, Mariah and Mikah; two brothers, Joseph and Arthur Farbo of Windber, PA; and a sister, June Makin of Windber, PA.
Michael was preceded in death by 6 siblings: Frances Antolosky, Thomas Farbo, Ralph Farbo, Raymond Farbo, Charles Farbo and David Farbo.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 AM on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. A viewing will be from 10-11 AM at the church. Interment will be at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Bausman, PA. Please OMIT flowers, contributions may be made in Michael’s memory to the Memorial & Gift Program for the Carl Barckhoff Organ, ATT: St. Joseph Catholic Church, to the above address.

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November 25, 2013

Dear Betty Ann and Family:
Our deepest sympathy from your Windber cousins.  Lots of good memories.
With Love,
Peggy and family
Dottie and family
Jim and family

November 25, 2013

Tom & I are are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Farbo – it had always been a delight to be in his company. – he always had great conversation to be shared!  We are glad to have the honor of being part of the family. With our deepest sympathy and love.
Tom & Pat Bachand
 

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Lancaster, PA 17602
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