Dolly Joan (DeWitt) Farnam

Dolly Joan Farnam, age 88, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on November 16, 1937, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to William and Daphna (Tilley) DeWitt. Joan was raised in Tulsa and graduated from Central High School. She dedicated more than 40 years of service to ABF.

On March 21, 1954, Joan married her beloved husband, Charles Farnam, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Together, they built a life full of cherished memories and a loving family. Joan was a gifted musician who began playing the violin at age 12. Her love for music continued throughout her life as she played both violin and piano and shared her talents as a member of her church orchestra.

Joan also had a deep appreciation for the outdoors. She found joy in tending to her roses, fishing, and spending time at the lake. She never missed an opportunity to cheer on the Razorbacks. Above all, Joan was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She especially treasured time spent baking with her grandchildren, who lovingly called her Granny Joan, and was known for giving the best back scratches.

Joan is survived by her husband of 71 years, Charles Farnam; her children, Steven Farnam of Fort Smith and Terry Farnam of Springfield, Missouri; six grandchildren: T.L., Sandy, Chrystal, Ashlie, Nikki, and Austin; and eleven great-grandchildren: Kamron, Hunter, Catie, Jacob, Kielee, Leelan, Rylie, Conner, Taylor, Brooklyn, and Brayden. She is also survived by her sister, Kathy Coffman, of Springfield, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Dafna DeWitt, and her granddaughter, Nicole Farnam.

A viewing will be held all day on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, with visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. that evening. A private graveside service will take place at Elizabeth Hall Cemetery in New Blaine, Arkansas. Arrangements are under the care of Lewis Funeral Chapel.

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