Frederick C. Farr

Hammondsport, NY February 5, 1965 – November 29, 2012 Age 47

Frederick C. "Fred" Farr

Hammondsport: Frederick C. "Fred" Farr, age 47, of Hammondsport, NY, died unexpectedly on Thursday, November 29, 2012, at home. There are no prior calling hours. A Celebration of His Life will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, January 13, 2012, with a Dish to Pass gathering at the Waneta Inn, 4015 East Lake Rd., Dundee. Inurnment will be in the summer.

Fred was born Feb. 5, 1965, in Bath, NY, the son of the late Elwin R. and Sandra J. Brown Farr. A chef, Fred was employed by The Waneta Inn and had been a chef at the former Branding Iron for many years. In his spare time, he'd rather be hunting or fishing. He loved life and was a friend to many. He had a charismatic personality with an endearing childlike quality that few could resist. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He is survived by his soul mate and companion for over 14 years, Mary Anne Mistretta, with whom he made his home; his best friend and brother Frank (Deanna) Farr of Rock Stream, NY; and his loving sister Lori Farr-Baxter of Elmira, NY; niece and nephew (Jillian, Ryan); brother-in-law Bill Bason of Wayne, NY; nieces and nephew (Nicole, Courtney, Jessica, Ashley, Christopher); numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. His older sister Kathy Bason predeceased him.

Arrangements are by the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.