James “Jim” Elton Farmer, born June 14, 1944, in Lamesa, Texas, to Leonard and Avanell (McGregor) Farmer, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy

James “Jim” Elton Farmer, born June 14, 1944, in Lamesa, Texas, to Leonard and Avanell (McGregor) Farmer, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War as a member of the helicopter attack squadron known as the Seawolves. Following his military service, he built a life centered on family, adventure, and hard work.Jim and his wife, Marilyn Elizabeth (Thomson) Farmer, shared 58 years of marriage, raising their family in Eastland, Texas. Together they created a lifetime of memories.An outdoorsman at heart, Jim found joy in guiding snowmobile tours in Buena Vista, Colorado, exploring mountain trails on ATVs, and traveling the country in his RV. He was an avid baker who loved making homemade bread, a dedicated researcher of his family’s genealogy, and someone who never failed to end the day with a bowl of ice cream.Known affectionately as “Papa” to his grandchildren, Jim treasured the time he spent with his family.He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Elizabeth (Thomson) Farmer; his daughter, Amy Hennis; his son, Eric Farmer; and grandchildren, Lauren Hennis and Haley Hennis.Jim’s legacy of service, curiosity, adventure, and love for family will continue to live on through all who were fortunate enough to know him.