Peggy "Peg" Murphy Farr, 102, passed away on November 1, 2024, in Richmond, where she had resided since 1951. She and her husband, Sumner Farr, ran a dairy farm for many years.

Peg was born in Maricopa, CA, on August 31, 1922, to James L. Murphy, originally from Barre, VT, and Catherine Ann Buzzell, originally from Montpelier, VT. Peg grew up in Ventura, CA, where she spent many wonderful years. She graduated from Ventura High School and Junior College.

Peg was predeceased by her eldest son, James; her sister, Phyllis Prentice; and her husband, Sumner Farr Sr.

She is survived by her son, Chuck Farr, and his wife, Terry Farr, of Richmond; her daughter, Katherine Towne, and her husband, Owen Towne of Valdosta, GA; her grandchildren, Ashley Farr and his wife Erin, Todd Farr and his wife Anya, Kelly Farr, and Jim Farr and his wife Meagan, Kitty's son Nicholas Towne; twelve grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and beloved nieces, Peg Presley and Margie Britton, both from California.

The family wishes to extend their sincerest thanks to UVM Home Health & Hospice for all their kindness and care.

Peg's wishes were to have a private celebration of life and burial.

In Lieu of Flowers the family requests donations to UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice

Attn: Development Office

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