Helen Van (Anderson) Farris, 92, of Dearborn, MO passed away, Saturday, October 6, 2018.

She was born on May 24, 1926 to Van and Lavern (Norris) Anderson in Wallace, MO where she grew up. Helen graduated from Dekalb High School.

On October 31, 1945 she was united in marriage to Billy Farris. After their marriage they lived near Dearborn where they made their home. Her husband, Billy, preceded her in death on April 7, 1989. 

She was a cook for the North Platte Schools for 25 years.

Helen was a member of the Dearborn Christian Church. 

 She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Twyla Williams; great-grandson, Cole Farris, and her brother, J.C. Anderson.

Helen is survived by her three children: Barbara Farris, David (Patty) Farris, and Gloria (Ron) Resler; seven grandchildren, Bill (Andi) Williams, Bob Williams, Davey (Belinda) Farris, Tammy (Frank) French, Ronnie (Anna) Wren, Troy (Krista) Resler, Luke Farris; nineteen great-grandchildren; Billy, Isaac, Jesse, Graci, Farrah, Bobbie, Joey, Lane, Morgan, Ryann, Van, Ty, Farris, Canaan, Max, Rony, Nolan, Kayla, and Kendall; four great-great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ashley, Joselyn, and Billy; sister, Frances Williams, and two brothers, Charlie Anderson and Marvin (Sharon) Anderson; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 9th at Dearborn Christian Church.

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday at the church.Burial: Faucett Cemetery

Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.Flowers are appreciated, or donations may be made to the church.