David L. Farrell

David L. Farrell, 77, of Cross Plains passed away at 11:35 a.m., Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the Kings Daughters Hospital in Madison. He was born near Rexville on September 10, 1947, the son of Carl and Louise Housefield Farrell. Survivors include two sons Bryan (Ashley) Farrell of Canaan and David Lee Farrell of Versailles; one daughter Dionne Gehrum of Rising Sun; 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; two brothers John Farrell of Rexville and Richard Farrell of Versailles; one sister Viola (Steve) Cappel of Louisville. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Donald, Chester, Jimmy, and Henry, and his sisters Naomi Hibbard, Goldina Brock, and Lula White. Mr. Farrell attended school at Cross Plains. On November 1, 1966 he entered the US Army and served with the 94th Artillery Battalion. For services to his country, David was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. After being discharged from the Army on September 3, 1968, David began his working career. He was a former employee of the Ripley County Highway Department, R. L. Wood Excavating, and had also driven a bus for South Ripley Schools. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. David was a member of the Shelby Christian Church and the Versailles American Legion. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 2 at 7 p.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles with Randy Thieman officiating. Visitation will begin at 5 pm with burial following at a later date at the Shelby Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the donor's choice in care of the funeral home.