Alex Farmer, 85, of Cottonwood died August 27. He was born September 14, 1917 in Boston, Pennsylvania. Mr. Farmer was a retired machinist. He was a veteran of the Navy. He was a beloved father and grandfather. His wife, Elizabeth A. Farmer, preceded him in death. He leaves two daughters, Debbie Finley of Rimrock and Patricia Stanphill of Bouse, Arizona; a son, Alex Farmer III of Parker; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. There are no public services planned. Westcott Funeral Home assisted the family with these arrangements.