James R. Farmer, 77, of Lititz, PA, passed away on August 19, 2016 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in Lancaster Junction, PA, he was the son of the late Richard and Marie (Weinand) Farmer. Jim was the husband Shirley A. (Hackman) Farmer and together they celebrated 57 years of marriage. He was a machine operator for PCA with 45 years of service. Jim collected trains, enjoyed traveling and vacationing with his family, and most of all, loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving in addition to his wife, Shirley, are 2 children: Michael Farmer, husband of Wannetta, of Pawleys Island SC, and Vickie Leid, wife of Bryan, of Denver, PA; 4 grandchildren: Dan Leid, Shaun Leid, Samantha Farmer and Ben Leid; 3 great-grandchildren: Ethan Farmer, Jameson Leid and Beau Leid. Jim was preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew Farmer. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Jim will be laid to rest at Brunnerville United Methodist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604 or to Mount Zion United Methodist Church, 105 N. 11th Street, Akron, PA 17501.