DUKE CENTER, Pa.—John M. “Jack” Farrell, 82, a longtime resident of Duke Center, passed away in his home with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, after a long illness.

Jack honorably served in the US Army and the US Air Force.

In addition to his wife, Jack is survived by two daughters and three stepchildren. 

In addition to his parents, Jack was predeceased by a son, Buddy Farrell; and a great-grandson, Coen Moore.

In keeping with Jack’s wishes, there will be no public services or formal obituary.

Jack’s wife entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Jack, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

As Jack said, “he lived, he loved, and he is gone.”