Jeremiah Farrell

Jeremiah “Bubba” Farrell Peacefully, and with God’s grace, Jeremiah “Bubba” Farrell passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at his home, joining his beloved wife, Ruth, after a brave and valiant battle with Parkinson’s disease and the challenges of kidney dialysis. He was born July 25, 1955, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, the son of Jeremiah “Chief” Farrell and Patsy Landon. Together, Jeremiah and Ruth built a peaceful and comfortable life in rural Manteno, Illinois. He was blessed to spend his final days in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by love and cared for with dignity and compassion. Jeremiah was the owner of Town & Country Excavating for 25 years. He was a master welder and heavy machinery mechanic. He was also a Master Mason of Triluminar Lodge #767. Surviving are his two daughters, Christine Ruth Yanchick and Annette Marie Kiefer; two sons, Edward George Yanchick and Jason Robert Yanchick; two brothers, James Farrell and Daniel Farrell, and one sister, Maureen Farrell. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Tara Christine Forkenbrock, Kamren David Kiefer, Katelyn Jennifer Shearer, Jacquelyn Nicole Shearer, Lauryn Marie Shearer, and Megan Christine Yanchick; and five great-grandchildren, Brixton Oliver Forkenbrock, Lenox Wolfe Forkenbrock, Ronnie Joseph Heagle, Roland James Heagle, and Hadley Grace Shear. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ruth Agnes Farrell; his brother, Timothy Farrell; and his nephew, John Farrell. With unwavering strength and resilience, Jeremiah lived a full and abundant life. He freely and generously shared his talents, his kindness, and his warmth, leaving a lasting and meaningful impact on the lives of all who knew and loved him. The hole left in our hearts by his passing is as immense as the life he lived and the love he gave. Though he is no longer with us in body, his spirit, kindness, and the memories he leaves behind will remain forever in the hearts of those who loved him. Jeremiah will be cremated, and a Celebration of Life honoring both Jeremiah and his beloved wife, Ruth, will be held in the spring of 2027 at Blooms Grove Cemetery in Manteno, Illinois. For information regarding the Celebration of Life, flowers, gifts, or memorials, please contact his daughter, Annette, at annkief@icloud.com.