Laura Mae Farmer
August 27, 1954 - March 31, 2021
Laura was born in California to Bud and Dorthey Clary on August 27, 1954 and passed away on March 31, 2021 at the age of 66. She was very happily married to Lavern Farmer. She worked as a Director of Activities for many years until she retired to spend more quality time with her husband and family. Laura was most proud of her work with the Toys for Tots organization. She started the Dallas County Toy Run in November of 1999 and continued running the event successfully for 22 years. Her family, mainly grandchildren were the highlight of her life. She also enjoyed a great adventure on a motorcycle or going on a shopping spree. Laura was preceded in death by her parents, Bud and Dorthey Clary; her husband, Lavern Farmer; her daughter, Michelle Hicks; and many other loved ones. She is survived by her children, Michael and Kelley Hicks, Jason and Tony Farmer, Brandie French and Demetrius Mostaffa, Melissa and Bradley Craigmyle; 25 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren No funeral services will be held; however, the family suggests making a donation to Toys for Tots in her honor. Cremation rites were accorded under the care and direction of the Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home of Buffalo, Missouri.
Laura was born in California to Bud and Dorthey Clary on August 27, 1954 and passed away on March 31, 2021 at the age of 66. She was very happily married to Lavern Farmer. She worked as a Director of Activities for many years until she retired... View Obituary & Service Information