Surrounded by his loving family at the Norview Lodge Nursing Home, Simcoe on Friday, September 5th, 2025 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Midge Farrell of Simcoe. Loving father & grandfather of Joe Farrell (Beth) of Oakville, their children Ben, Kyle & Devyn. Joe will be sadly missed by his brothers John (late Jean) of Cobourg, Al (Elaine, late Anne) of Niagara-On-The-Lake, Peter, Sandy (Marg), Steve (Julie) and Rod, all of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews & extended family. Joe was deeply committed to helping others by volunteering faithfully for his church and community. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all the dedicated staff at Norview Lodge for their exceptional care and kindness. Friends are invited to share their memories of Joe with his family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Friday, September 12th, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 211 Union St. Simcoe on Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Augustine Ogdunele as celebrant. Interment: St. Mary’s Cemetery, Simcoe. Those wishing to donate in memory of Joe are asked to consider the Saint Vincent de Paul Society or the Norfolk-Haldimand Community Hospice. Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199
