Funeral services for Emmett C. Farrington, 92, of Heflin were held July 25 at Dryden Funeral Home, Heflin, with Revs Samuel Hayes and Phillip Morris officiating. Burial followed in the Heflin City Cemetery.
Farrington died July 23 at Region Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Melba, in 2003 after 60 years of marriage, and a daughter Cynthia.
Mr. Farrington is survived by his wife Polly, (whom he married in 2004) of Heflin; step-daughter Wanda (Hugh) Harkins of Childersburg; three nieces, Carol Ann Upton, Kaye Frost and Claire Biel; two grand-children, Laura Ann Cobb and David (Misty) Cobb; one great-grandchild, Nathaniel Cobb and special friends Sarah Johnson, Craig Pruitt, Shawn Wilson and Richard and Ann Cobb.
Pallbearers were Pete Wright, Gary Wright, Glenn Hyatt, Richard Cobb, Tommy Ennett and Brett Hawkins.
Farrington was a native of Blount County where he was born in Blountsville in 1917 to William and Sally Farrington. He and his older brother Arvil grew up on their parents' farm and helped to raise corn and cotton. Influenced by his farming background, Farrington later decided to attend Auburn University and major in agriculture science.
In 1943 he married the former Melba Sharpe and entered the Army after being drafted before his graduation.
Farrington was a veteran of World War II having served in the Philippines where he rose to the rank of first lieutenant of field artillery. He later served two years as first lieutenant in the Army during the Korean Conflict.
Following his military service he decided to put his agricultural background to use and applied for work with the Cooperative Extension Service and was assigned to work in Cleburne County on September 1, 1946 as an Assistant Extension Agent.
He and his wife moved to Heflin and on October 11,1948 they became parents of a beautiful baby girl, Cynthia. Although born with health problems, she had a can-do attitude and would later graduate from Auburn University with a pharmacy degree and go on to work at Wright Drug Company until her passing in 1992.
One of Farrington's main responsibilities was to work with 4-H members in all the clubs. This was no small task because when Farrington first came to Cleburne County, there were 12 elementary schools (some junior) and two high schools.
By the time of his retirement on June 30, 1977, Farrington had served his county and country for 31 years, worked with over 5,000 4-H members, assisted with 4-H camps and organized numerous 4-H rallies and other activities. His contribution to developing the character and abilities of these young people has made a lasting, positive impact.
Farrington also worked with farmers to diversify agricultural practices, increase poultry and beef production and improve pasture development, including hay and grain crops. These changes helped to improve the farm economy.
He was a resident of Heflin most of his life and member of the First United Methodist Church of Heflin.
Because of his many contributions to 4-H, he was honored with a reception on July 29, 2009, sponsored by the Cleburne County Extension Office. He received a proclamation from the Cleburne County Commission presented by Probate Judge Ryan Robertson and the "Key to the City" presented by Hefln Mayor Anna Berry as July 29 was proclaimed Emmett Farrington Day in Heflin.
On Nov. 12, 2009 Farrington was inducted into the Alabama 4-H Wall of Fame. This special honor is given to those individuals who have had a significant impact on the 4-H Youth Development Program, its members and leaders. This recognition pays tribute to those such as Farrington who have influenced the lives of Alabama youth by their commitment "To Make the Best Better"
Farrington died July 23 at Region Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Melba, in 2003 after 60 years of marriage, and a daughter Cynthia.
Mr. Farrington is survived by his wife Polly, (whom he married in 2004) of Heflin; step-daughter Wanda (Hugh) Harkins of Childersburg; three nieces, Carol Ann Upton, Kaye Frost and Claire Biel; two grand-children, Laura Ann Cobb and David (Misty) Cobb; one great-grandchild, Nathaniel Cobb and special friends Sarah Johnson, Craig Pruitt, Shawn Wilson and Richard and Ann Cobb.
Pallbearers were Pete Wright, Gary Wright, Glenn Hyatt, Richard Cobb, Tommy Ennett and Brett Hawkins.
Farrington was a native of Blount County where he was born in Blountsville in 1917 to William and Sally Farrington. He and his older brother Arvil grew up on their parents' farm and helped to raise corn and cotton. Influenced by his farming background, Farrington later decided to attend Auburn University and major in agriculture science.
In 1943 he married the former Melba Sharpe and entered the Army after being drafted before his graduation.
Farrington was a veteran of World War II having served in the Philippines where he rose to the rank of first lieutenant of field artillery. He later served two years as first lieutenant in the Army during the Korean Conflict.
Following his military service he decided to put his agricultural background to use and applied for work with the Cooperative Extension Service and was assigned to work in Cleburne County on September 1, 1946 as an Assistant Extension Agent.
He and his wife moved to Heflin and on October 11,1948 they became parents of a beautiful baby girl, Cynthia. Although born with health problems, she had a can-do attitude and would later graduate from Auburn University with a pharmacy degree and go on to work at Wright Drug Company until her passing in 1992.
One of Farrington's main responsibilities was to work with 4-H members in all the clubs. This was no small task because when Farrington first came to Cleburne County, there were 12 elementary schools (some junior) and two high schools.
By the time of his retirement on June 30, 1977, Farrington had served his county and country for 31 years, worked with over 5,000 4-H members, assisted with 4-H camps and organized numerous 4-H rallies and other activities. His contribution to developing the character and abilities of these young people has made a lasting, positive impact.
Farrington also worked with farmers to diversify agricultural practices, increase poultry and beef production and improve pasture development, including hay and grain crops. These changes helped to improve the farm economy.
He was a resident of Heflin most of his life and member of the First United Methodist Church of Heflin.
Because of his many contributions to 4-H, he was honored with a reception on July 29, 2009, sponsored by the Cleburne County Extension Office. He received a proclamation from the Cleburne County Commission presented by Probate Judge Ryan Robertson and the "Key to the City" presented by Hefln Mayor Anna Berry as July 29 was proclaimed Emmett Farrington Day in Heflin.
On Nov. 12, 2009 Farrington was inducted into the Alabama 4-H Wall of Fame. This special honor is given to those individuals who have had a significant impact on the 4-H Youth Development Program, its members and leaders. This recognition pays tribute to those such as Farrington who have influenced the lives of Alabama youth by their commitment "To Make the Best Better"
Funeral services for Emmett C. Farrington, 92, of Heflin were held July 25 at Dryden Funeral Home, Heflin, with Revs Samuel Hayes and Phillip Morris officiating. Burial followed in the Heflin City Cemetery.
Farrington died July 23 at Region Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Melba, in 2003 after 60 years of marriage, and a daughter Cynthia.
Mr. Farrington is survived by his wife Polly, (whom he married in 2004) of Heflin; step-daughter Wanda (Hugh) Harkins of Childersburg; three nieces, Carol Ann Upton, Kaye Frost and Claire Biel; two grand-children, Laura Ann Cobb and David (Misty) Cobb; one great-grandchild, Nathaniel Cobb and special friends Sarah Johnson, Craig Pruitt, Shawn Wilson and Richard and Ann Cobb.
Pallbearers were Pete Wright, Gary Wright, Glenn Hyatt, Richard Cobb, Tommy Ennett and Brett Hawkins.
Farrington was a native of Blount County where he was born in Blountsville in 1917 to William and Sally Farrington. He and his older brother Arvil grew up on their parents' farm and helped to raise corn and cotton. Influenced by his farming background, Farrington later decided to attend Auburn University and major in agriculture science.
In 1943 he married the former Melba Sharpe and entered the Army after being drafted before his graduation.
Farrington was a veteran of World War II having served in the Philippines where he rose to the rank of first lieutenant of field artillery. He later served two years as first lieutenant in the Army during the Korean Conflict.
Following his military service he decided to put his agricultural background to use and applied for work with the Cooperative Extension Service and was assigned to work in Cleburne County on September 1, 1946 as an Assistant Extension Agent.
He and his wife moved to Heflin and on October 11,1948 they became parents of a beautiful baby girl, Cynthia. Although born with health problems, she had a can-do attitude and would later graduate from Auburn University with a pharmacy degree and go on to work at Wright Drug Company until her passing in 1992.
One of Farrington's main responsibilities was to work with 4-H members in all the clubs. This was no small task because when Farrington first came to Cleburne County, there were 12 elementary schools (some junior) and two high schools.
By the time of his retirement on June 30, 1977, Farrington had served his county and country for 31 years, worked with over 5,000 4-H members, assisted with 4-H camps and organized numerous 4-H rallies and other activities. His contribution to developing the character and abilities of these young people has made a lasting, positive impact.
Farrington also worked with farmers to diversify agricultural practices, increase poultry and beef production and improve pasture development, including hay and grain crops. These changes helped to improve the farm economy.
He was a resident of Heflin most of his life and member of the First United Methodist Church of Heflin.
Because of his many contributions to 4-H, he was honored with a reception on July 29, 2009, sponsored by the Cleburne County Extension Office. He received a proclamation from the Cleburne County Commission presented by Probate Judge Ryan Robertson and the "Key to the City" presented by Hefln Mayor Anna Berry as July 29 was proclaimed Emmett Farrington Day in Heflin.
On Nov. 12, 2009 Farrington was inducted into the Alabama 4-H Wall of Fame. This special honor is given to those individuals who have had a significant impact on the 4-H Youth Development Program, its members and leaders. This recognition pays tribute to those such as Farrington who have influenced the lives of Alabama youth by their commitment "To Make the Best Better"
Farrington died July 23 at Region Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Melba, in 2003 after 60 years of marriage, and a daughter Cynthia.
Mr. Farrington is survived by his wife Polly, (whom he married in 2004) of Heflin; step-daughter Wanda (Hugh) Harkins of Childersburg; three nieces, Carol Ann Upton, Kaye Frost and Claire Biel; two grand-children, Laura Ann Cobb and David (Misty) Cobb; one great-grandchild, Nathaniel Cobb and special friends Sarah Johnson, Craig Pruitt, Shawn Wilson and Richard and Ann Cobb.
Pallbearers were Pete Wright, Gary Wright, Glenn Hyatt, Richard Cobb, Tommy Ennett and Brett Hawkins.
Farrington was a native of Blount County where he was born in Blountsville in 1917 to William and Sally Farrington. He and his older brother Arvil grew up on their parents' farm and helped to raise corn and cotton. Influenced by his farming background, Farrington later decided to attend Auburn University and major in agriculture science.
In 1943 he married the former Melba Sharpe and entered the Army after being drafted before his graduation.
Farrington was a veteran of World War II having served in the Philippines where he rose to the rank of first lieutenant of field artillery. He later served two years as first lieutenant in the Army during the Korean Conflict.
Following his military service he decided to put his agricultural background to use and applied for work with the Cooperative Extension Service and was assigned to work in Cleburne County on September 1, 1946 as an Assistant Extension Agent.
He and his wife moved to Heflin and on October 11,1948 they became parents of a beautiful baby girl, Cynthia. Although born with health problems, she had a can-do attitude and would later graduate from Auburn University with a pharmacy degree and go on to work at Wright Drug Company until her passing in 1992.
One of Farrington's main responsibilities was to work with 4-H members in all the clubs. This was no small task because when Farrington first came to Cleburne County, there were 12 elementary schools (some junior) and two high schools.
By the time of his retirement on June 30, 1977, Farrington had served his county and country for 31 years, worked with over 5,000 4-H members, assisted with 4-H camps and organized numerous 4-H rallies and other activities. His contribution to developing the character and abilities of these young people has made a lasting, positive impact.
Farrington also worked with farmers to diversify agricultural practices, increase poultry and beef production and improve pasture development, including hay and grain crops. These changes helped to improve the farm economy.
He was a resident of Heflin most of his life and member of the First United Methodist Church of Heflin.
Because of his many contributions to 4-H, he was honored with a reception on July 29, 2009, sponsored by the Cleburne County Extension Office. He received a proclamation from the Cleburne County Commission presented by Probate Judge Ryan Robertson and the "Key to the City" presented by Hefln Mayor Anna Berry as July 29 was proclaimed Emmett Farrington Day in Heflin.
On Nov. 12, 2009 Farrington was inducted into the Alabama 4-H Wall of Fame. This special honor is given to those individuals who have had a significant impact on the 4-H Youth Development Program, its members and leaders. This recognition pays tribute to those such as Farrington who have influenced the lives of Alabama youth by their commitment "To Make the Best Better"
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