George Allen Farrington, 79, of Medicine Bow died Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. He was born August 28, 1941 in Lusk, Wyoming to George Earl and Eva Grace (Pfister) Farrington.
On June 23, 1962, he married Lorene M. Prelle in Alliance, NE.
He worked for WYDOT formerly Wyoming Highway Department as a Heavy Equipment Operator from 1968-1995.
George was an old car enthusiast, particularly regarding the Model A, and loved to go camping and fishing in the mountains. He was also a great storyteller, always recounting family history and connections. He was also a huge animal lover and advocate.
After retirement, he enjoyed socializing at the Senior Center in Medicine Bow, which led him to competing in Wii Bowling.
George was known as the “bike-guy” by local children, as it was his hobby to repair old bikes, fix, sell, or give away as the need arose.
George is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary.
George is survived by his wife, Lorene; children Steve (Valerie) Farrington of Douglas, WY, Larry Farrington of Laramie, and Laura Farrington O’Dell of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren Katee (Blake) Payton and Auston O’Dell; great grandchild Aubree Payton; brother Keith Farrington (Jeanette) of Kaycee, WY; in-laws; nieces and nephews; and close family friends, the Cozzitorto Family.
Memorial contributions may be made in George’s name to the Medicine Bow Volunteer Fire Department or a charity of your choice.
So sorry for the family's loss. I knew George through work and he was a good man. I always enjoyed our conversations while he was at the highway department. He will be greatly missed.
May you be in the kingdom of heaven with our lord and his son Jesus. Rest in peace, you will be missed.
Rest In Peace Cousin
You will truly be missed. Thanks for the wisdom and the friendship. You were more than a brother-in-law, you were my brother. We had many fun times tinkering in the shop. You were an inspiration in more ways than one. We dis-cussed (play on words) all the world problems. Make no mistake, you were a big part of my life.
It was a pleasure knowing you, sharing a story or two and a donut or two. Rest In peace.