December 16, 1960 - July 29, 2015
Farris Anne Elizabeth Bechter (Johnson), 54 passed away Wednesday July 29th 2015 at her home in St. Joseph.
She was born December 16th 1960 to Martha and Paul Becther Sr. she was a lifelong north ender having attended Humbolt and Washington Elementary schools, Robidoux Middle School and graduating from Lafayette High School in 1979.
Farris Anne worked in the banking industry for several years but her passion was animals, particularly cats and she spent the last 25 years working at UPCO doing what she loved best.
She is survived by husband David C. Johnson of St. Joseph, sister Linda Whittington ( Jerry) of Amazonia, brother Paul Bechter Jr. of St. Joseph, the son in her heart Manny Martinez , friends to the end Sheila Ford & Jo Mama and numerous friends who loved her.
Farris Anne was preceded in death by her beloved mother Martha J Hardin and her feline companion Vivian.
Farris Anne will be cremated under the direction of Gladden-Stamey Funeral Home. Visitation will be Saturday August 1st from 6-8 pm. Online condolences can also be made at www.gladdenstamey.com
Those wishing to are encouraged to make donations to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter 701 SW Lower Lake Rd. St. Joseph, MO 64504 or Second Harvest Food Bank C/O Backpack Buddies Program 915 Douglas St. St. Joseph, MO 64505