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Mrs. Dorothy Ann Farmer, 75, of Albany, Georgia departed this life on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia. Celebration of Life will be held on August 28, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. in the Union Memorial Cemetery, 1100 S. McKinley Street, Albany, Georgia 31701. Meadows Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

The season of life for Mrs. Dorothy Ann Riggins Farmer began on April 4, 1946, in Camilla, Mitchell County, Georgia. She was the third child born to the late Mr. H.L. “Mr. Bubba” Williams and the Late Mrs. Lillian Thomas “Mrs. Mutt” Williams.

She was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of her life, the late Mr. Alex Farmer Jr. They were blessed to be in love for over 55 years. To this union they were blessed with 5 children, two preceded them in death. One Son: Mr. Alex Deon Farmer and One Daughter that passed away, on August 16, 2021 Ms. Angelia L. Farmer.

During the early years of her life, she received a formal education, graduating from Monroe High School “The Golden Tornados” and later she furthered her education at Albany Technical College.

She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church under the leadership of the Late Rev. Reynolds. She later began fellowship with Arcadia Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Doctor Ronnie Arrington.

Diane as many knew her worked over 38 years, she was employed at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. In addition of working and raising her children and grandchildren she enjoyed working in her yard every chance she got. The love of being outdoors she works countless hours maintaining a well-groomed yard, until her health began to fell.

On Sunday, August 22, 2021, Diane transitioned from this earthly season to everlasting rest, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death of two siblings her brother: Mr. Albert Riggins Jr., and Sister: Mrs. Eva Pearl Rivers. Her Father and Mother-In-Law: Mr. Alex Farmer Sr., and Mrs. Flossie Farmer.

Loving memories will forever be cherished by her devoted Daughter: Ms. Regina Farmer; Sons: Mr. Gregory Farmer of Jacksonville, FL. and Mr. Vincent Nelson Farmer of Atlanta, GA.; A Sister: Mrs. Eleanor Glaze of Albany, GA. Nine (9) Grandchildren: Kavoski Johnson, Sharneice Johnson, Sumter Johnson, Destiny Johnson, Brennon Farmer, Gaylyn Farmer, Gaya Farmer, Kamiyah Johnson and LaMariah Thomas. Three (3) Brothers-In-Law: Keith and Kelvin Farmer of Albany, GA. and Tony Lee Farmer of McDonough, GA. Eight (8) Sisters-In-Law: Mrs. Helen Riggins, Mrs. Mary Geardline (Harry) Collier, Mrs. Linda Faye (Bobby) Peterson, Mrs. Maxzine Farmer-Laster, Mrs. Janice Jones, Mrs. Flossie (Pastor Solomon) Loud, all of Albany, GA. and Mrs. Shirley Ann Holmes of Lithonia, GA. Two (2) Great Aunts: Mrs. Addie Rivers & Mrs. Annie Mary Riggins both of Albany, GA. And a Host of Nephews, Neices, Cousins and many friends.

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  • Sunday, August 22, 2021
    Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
    ~ Meadows Funeral Home
  • Sunday, August 22, 2021
    My prayers and heart felt Condolences to the family during your time of sorrow, I will never forget her neat appearance and beautiful smile in spite of the circumstances, gone but not forgotten β€οΈπŸ™
    ~ Annie Brown   Americus, GA
  • Sunday, August 22, 2021
    My prayers and heart felt Condolences to the family during your time of sorrow, I will never forget her neat appearance and beautiful smile in spite of the circumstances, gone but not forgotten β€οΈπŸ™
    ~ Annie Brown   Americus, GA
  • Monday, August 23, 2021
    I'm sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
    ~ Shirley Gosha   Albany, GA
  • Monday, August 23, 2021
    I'm sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
    ~ Shirley Gosha   Albany, GA
  • Monday, August 23, 2021
    I'm sorry for your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
    ~ Shirley Gosha   Albany, GA
  • Monday, August 23, 2021
    My sincere and deepest condolences to the family at this difficult time.May God continue to bless and strengthen you all at this time.Praying for the family.????????????
    ~ Joraka Palmer   Albany, GA
  • Wednesday, August 25, 2021
    My siblings and I lost a mother figure when Mrs Farmer passed. We will miss you and your loving smile. Sleep on Mother Dot, sleep on. The Sutton children. Karen, Dennie, Audrey, Kalvin, Stephanie, and Dwaine.
    ~ Kalvin Sutton   Albany, GA
  • Sunday, August 29, 2021
    Will continue to pray for the family sorry for the lost of a beautiful soul she will be truly missed πŸ™ truly kessha king
    ~ Kessha King   Atlanta, GA
  • Thursday, September 2, 2021
    Praying for the family, Dot, a former co worker and friend will be truly missed. May God's blessing be with you allπŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™
    ~ Nadine Harris   Albany, GA
  • Thursday, September 2, 2021
    Praying for the family, Dot, a former co worker and friend will be truly missed. May God's blessing be with you allπŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™
    ~ Nadine Harris   Albany, GA
  • Thursday, October 14, 2021
    You’re going to truly be missed!
    ~ Beanie   Albany, GA