Kenneth Earl Farrington

Ken was born June 23, 1943 to the late Mattie I. Farrington and Thomas Webb in Durham, North Carolina. The family later moved to New Jersey.

Ken was introduced to the Lord at an early age and continued praising Him throughout his life. Ken was educated in the Camden Ciity School System and graduated from Camden High School Class of 1962. After graduating, he joined the United States Air Force.

While in the USAF, he had the opportunity to travel the globe. While living in Lakenheath, England,, Ken joined the Donald L Jones Prince Hall Masonic Lodge when he relocated to Austin, Texas. He became a faithful Brother at Lyons Jr. Lodge #290. Ken retired from the United States Air Force in March 1983 after 20 years of service. Ken was a Vietnam Veteran. (THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.)

Ken enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. Ken loved taking risks like experimenting with business ventrues. Ken loved listening to music, singing, cooking, traveling, going fishing and visiting the casinos, but most of all just telling his life sotires and jokes. He loved to keep people laughing BUT don't cross him. He loved to do things big and he loved nice toys. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan and had no problem bloating when they won and calling everyone to debate with someone (please don'e overcook his steak).

Ken was predeceased by both parents, his only brother Mack Farrington, III and favorite aunt Ruby Armstead, whom he loved very dearly.

Ken leaves to mourn his children, Kenise Anderson, Kevin Farrington (Shantel), Natalie Farrington, Monika Thomas-Rhodes (departed James), Janica Hallanger (Dave); 18 grandchildren, 3 special grandchildren Patrice Cruz, Sherrod Patterson and Jerrod Blackson; 16 great grandchildren; one goddaughter Kaiya Hill; his best friend Kenneth Bell. Ken also leaves several former wives.