Kenneth B. Farris, 79, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2009 at La Mesa Care Center. He was born on January 2, 1930 in Los Angeles, California. Kenneth served in the U.S. Army as a PFC, from 1949-1951. He retired from the Department of Health for the City of New York as an Administrator. He had a Masters Degree in English Literature. Kenneth enjoyed the theater and fishing. Kenneth is survived by his son, Norman (Amy) Farris of Stow, Massachusetts; daughter, Abigail (Michael) Gilman of Yuma; grandchildren, Anne and Kenny Farris of Stow. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia B. Farris. No services are planned. Please sign the guestbook at www.yumasun.com/obituaries.