Ruth Lee Willis Farmer's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

Ruth Lee Willis Farmer

August 5, 1934 - February 24, 2026 (91 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

Ruth Lee Willis Farmer's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

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Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory

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Ruth Lee Willis Farmer

August 5, 1934 - February 24, 2026 (91 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

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Ruth Lee Willis Farmer Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ruth Lee Willis Farmer of Roanoke, Virginia, who passed away on February 24, 2026, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Lee Willis Farmer to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Robert Edward Farmer; her parents, Cornelius Willis and Vera Willis; and her sisters, Mildred Wirt, Frances Musselwhite, Lois Hawley and Margaret Miller.

She is survived by: her sons, Kevin Farmer (Diane) and Keith Farmer (Heather); and her grandchildren, Ashley Mullins (Michael), Kimberley Pijanowski (Doug), Carson Farmer (Arianna) and Craig Farmer. She is also survived by great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to the American Red Cross or a charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory



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Mar 01

Visitation

Oakey's East Chapel
5188 Cloverdale Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019

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Mar 02

Funeral service

St. Philip Lutheran Church
8115 Williamson Rd, Hollins, VA 24019

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