Ronald Carson Farquhar

Ronald Carson Farquhar passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024 after a long battle with dementia. Ron was cared for by a loving staff at Carillon Senior Living in Lubbock, TX. A special thank you to his nursing staff at Carillon and Gentiva Hospice. A private graveside service with full military honors will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the Trinity Memorial Park in Big Spring, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Abilene Young Life. Donations can be made by visiting their website: abilene.younglife.org or by mailing checks to Abilene Young Life, 1250B Petroleum Drive, Abilene, Texas 79602.

Ron was born December 14,1934 in Snyder, TX to Tom and Evelyn Farquhar. He married Loretta Bennett June 21, 1958 in Big Spring, TX. They were the parents of three children, Mark, Lori and Kristi. Ron and Loretta were married 59 years before Loretta passed away on March 23, 2018. They were members of the Church of Christ and also attended the First Christian Church in Big Spring.

Ronald spent his formative years in Big Spring, where he graduated high school and went on to attend and play football for the University of Texas at Arlington. During one of his visits home, he saw a young girl while cruising the drag. When he went to her house to visit, her father asked how old he was and after he declared he was a junior, Roy Bennett asked, “In high school?” No sir, but it all worked out after Roy found out he was Tom Farquhar’s boy! Ron and Loretta married right after she graduated from high school and moved to California where Ron served in the Marine Corps. Mark was born during this busy time, while Ron achieved the rank of Sergeant E5 and graduated first in his class from Electronic Technician School. After serving in the military, the family lived in Big Spring and Snyder and landed in Lubbock where Lori was born. A move to Hobbs, NM propelled Ron into the oil field equipment business with Watson Trucks. It was during this time that Kristi was born. In the early 1970’s, Ron moved his family to Odessa and went to work for Treanor Equipment Co. Selling CAT equipment and engines was a highlight for him. He was manager of the industrial engine division and specialized in sales and design of power packages for drilling rigs. Ron ended his career with CAT and owned and operated Chaparral Trucks in Odessa and Lubbock for 15 years.

Ron and Loretta eventually retired and moved back to their home, Big Spring. During his lifetime, Ron was passionate about serving the community. He served on boards for the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, Boom Town, Leadership Odessa, Good Samaritans, ECISD curriculum, United Way, American Cancer Society, Better Business Bureau and the Texas Motor Truck Association. Ron was involved with the Boy Scouts of America, serving on boards for the Buffalo Trail Council and the Comanche Trail District. These are only a few of the avenues that Ron used to serve his community. He was especially proud of his work to help pass the bond needed to build Ratliff Stadium and to promote the building and expansion of UTPB, both in Odessa. During his retirement years, Ron served as the Republican County Chairman for Howard County.

Loretta was integral in helping Ron to accomplish all his goals. She was his helpmate and partner. They hosted friends and business associates in their home and Loretta traveled with Ron for any business trip taken. Later in life, they became known as Nanny and Pap to their grandchildren. Life was spent at Colorado City Lake, sporting and rodeo events, dance recitals and the never ending search for wildflowers. He enjoyed photography and documented years of family adventures. They enjoyed trips back to California, Ruidoso, the Big Bend, and the panhandle of Florida. Ron was especially proud to have been included on the Texas South Plains Honor Flight in September 2019.

Ron is preceded in death by his wife Ellen Loretta Farquhar, his parents Tom and Evelyn (Nisbett) Farquhar, his daughter and son-in-law Lori and Russell Grizzard, and his in-laws, Roy and Jolene (Taylor) Bennett.

Left to cherish his memory is his son Mark and Janis Farquhar and his daughter Kristi and Jeff Payne. Grandchildren: Mason and Dolores Williams, Kimberly and Brandon Blake, Carson and Kresha Grizzard, Lauren and Dan Owen, Jordan and Taylor Payne and Riley and Bonnie Payne. Great-Grandchildren: Sebastian and Meagan Williams, Ashton, Julian and Jonas Williams, Camille and Olivia Blake, Barrett and Aubrey Grizzard, Carter Payne and Bennett Payne. Great-Great-Granddaughter Violet Williams.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com

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