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Robert J. Farley, 66

April 07, 2017

Robert J. Farley, 66, of Lititz, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 7, 2017.
He was the husband of Elaine M. (Klase) Farley, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage. Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late John J. and Ruth Steckroth Farley.
Bob had worked for PPL Electric Utilities Corp. in Allentown as the manager of Real Estate Services, retiring after 30 years of service. He was a member of the International Right Of Way Assn., where he served as a past president of Chapter 9. A graduate of Penn State University with a degree in Health and Physical Education, he had been a physical education teacher and coached soccer and baseball at Bishop Hafey High School in Hazleton prior to working at PPL.
He was a Penn State sports fan and a member of the Myrtle Beach Chapter of the PSU Alumni Assn. He enjoyed vacationing in Myrtle Beach and traveling in the family’s motorhome.
Bob was also a member of Masonic Lodge 43 of Lancaster and a member of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.
In addition to his wife, Elaine, he is survived by his children: Kristin, married to Daniel Marshall of Lancaster; Ryan Farley, engaged to Briana Cook of Lancaster; and Brynn Farley of Lititz; his granddaughter Camryn Marshall, and his sister, Linda Sims of Hazleton.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10 Delp Rd. Lancaster, PA from 9:30-11AM, with the Funeral Service to follow at 11AM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Bob’s memory to a charity of one’s choice.

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October 30, 2017

Elaine, Pam and I just want to say that you, Kristin, Ryan, and Brynn are in our thoughts and prayers.  Gregg Matyas

October 30, 2017

I just found out about Bob’s untimely passing. I met Bob while attending college at Penn State Highacres.  We became good friends and stayed in touch for many years. Bob, Elaine, and Kristen visited Pam and I when we lived in FL and little did I realize that this would be the last time I would see him. A good person gone too soon. RIP Bob.  Gregg Matyas

May 11, 2017

Bob was an great man and mentor to so many.  I prsonally didn’t get to know him very well, however, I had taken a course from him and then worked at PPL where everyone had nice things to say about him and his work ethic.  I am very sorry to hear about Bob.  He made his mark on this world.  Sincerely,  Maria White
 

April 12, 2017

Elaine & Family, We are saddened to hear of Bob’s passing, and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Grant and Brenda Brown & Family
 

April 12, 2017

Elaine and Family, although I am in Texas today and can not be with you, I do want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.  Bob was more than a supervisor to me, he was a dear friend.  I do know that more than anything else Bob loved his family.  My heart goes out to all of you during this very difficult time.  Everyone that knew Bob will miss him dearly.
Janet and Dave Shultz

April 11, 2017

Brynn, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. 
Morgan Brown

April 11, 2017

Elaine,  please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Bob.  There are so many good things I can say about him but I’m certain you already know all of them.  He will certainly be missed by many more than just his immediate family.  He will forever be in my thoughts.  It was truly an honor knowing him.
My condolences to the entire Farley family,
Herb Lasman

April 11, 2017

I have so many wonderful memories of working with Bob at PP&L.The great times we had travelling to Penn State football games in the motorhome and all the good natured fun we poked at each other.I wiil miss him he was like a brother to me.My heart goes out to Elaine and his children. His untimely passing leaves a empty spot in my life. Love you Bob, rest well brother.
Ken MacDonald

April 11, 2017

Sorry about thr loss of your father.
Richard S Wise (Matt’s Dad)

April 10, 2017

I have many great memories of working with and for Bob at PPL.  He was not only a co-worker and Penn State buddie, but mostly a great guy and friend.  I will certainly miss our coffee and dog park dates and also our monthly lunches at Shady Maple.  Karlene and I send you our deepest condolences.  The world has lost a truely great person.  Please know that you and the entire Farley family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barry and Karlene Acker

April 10, 2017

So, so very sorry to hear of Bob’s untimely passing.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers. 
Pam Glenn   (Denise’s former neighbor) 

April 10, 2017

  I did not know Bob personally. I only became aware of him when my son Andy informed me of his friend’s father suddenly passing away. As someone who recently lost a lifelong friend suddenly and unexpectedly, I pass along my sincerest condolences to the Farley family 
                                  Kevin Dunn 

April 10, 2017

Ryan, my condolences on the passing of your Dad. My sympathies to you and your family. Bill Folmar

April 09, 2017

Dear Elaine and family,
Karen Hampton informed me of Bob’s sudden death. I worked with Bob a long time ago at PP&L, and moved to Australia in 1987. I was saddened to hear of Bob’s death.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Margie Finnerty (nee Schelling)

April 09, 2017

We are so very sorry for your loss.   Bob was a very sweet and kind.   We will always remember him with only wonderful thoughts.
Elaine,  Kristin, Ryan, Brynn and the entire Family you are all in our hearts and prayers.  Melissa and Dan Luddeni

April 09, 2017

May all the sweet memories of Bob bring you solace during this time. I hope that all the wonderful memories of your life together aways brings you comfort during these dark days of sorrow. We will never forget the wonderful times we had at the campground and PPL picnics. Our sincerest condolences to the Farley Family. Sincerely Brian and Debra Collins and Charles Neubert.

April 09, 2017

Elaine and Family I wish to express my deepest condolences on the death of a great man, I worked with Bob for many year both in Lacaster and Allentown.  He was a man of great charactor, a kind and gentle soul.  I will remember him always remembering his smile.  Your loss is surely a great one.  I know how much he loved his family and all he did for his parents.  I pray that God gives you strenght during these difficult time.  May Robert J. Farley be taken into heaven and I know he will look down on you always…May He Rest In Peace.
Frank M. Gillette-   Dunmore, Pa.

April 09, 2017

My sympathy to Elaine and the entire Farley family.   I was (training)  Bob, when he met Elaine.   Ironically, Bob later became my boss.   He will be missed by so many.   May God bless your family with the needed strength during this difficult time.     Bob Bartholomew- Allentown, PA 

April 09, 2017

Elaine, Bina and I send our deepest sympathy and our prayers for your family and you. Bob was a great guy and he will truly be missed by many of us.  So glad we saw him at the Chapters Heritage Day.  Bina and Joe Bottino

April 09, 2017

So sorry to hear this Bob and I spent a lot of time together working at PPL. he will surely be missed by family and friends. We plan but forget about God’s plan. 

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