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Kathleen Farmer Missing Person Case

Last seen in Parkersburg, West Virginia on Mar 20, 1984

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Victim Details

Nov 2, 2017

Jan 12, 2024

Kathleen

Farmer

80

38

62 inches

65 inches

125 lbs

135 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Mar 20, 1984

Parkersburg

West Virginia

Wood County

No

34953

Wood County Sheriff's Office

Parkersburg

West Virginia

Wood County

26101

Matthew Hupp

Detective

401 2nd Street, West Virginia

3044241834

County

Law Enforcement

856487

Dec 2, 1985

Wood County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Blue

Blue

Oct 17, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP40559) and 7 other sources
Kathleen Farmer, a 38-year-old woman from Parkersburg, West Virginia, was reported missing on March 20, 1984. Known for her nurturing spirit and active involvement in her community, Kathleen’s sudden disappearance raised immediate concerns among her family and friends. She was last seen in the Parkersburg area, and her unexplained absence prompted an urgent search effort by those who cared about her.

In the days following her disappearance, family members and friends organized extensive search operations. They distributed flyers and contacted local media to raise awareness about Kathleen’s case, hoping to gather information regarding her whereabouts. Law enforcement quickly joined the effort, conducting interviews with acquaintances and searching nearby areas where she might have been. Despite these thorough efforts, initial searches did not yield significant leads, deepening the worry felt by her loved ones.

As weeks turned into months without credible sightings or substantial evidence, the investigation encountered numerous challenges. The lack of clear information complicated efforts to determine what had happened to Kathleen, leaving her family increasingly desperate for answers. They continued to advocate for her case, emphasizing the importance of keeping her story alive in the hopes that someone might come forward with information.

Over the years, Kathleen Farmer’s case has remained open, attracting attention from local media and organizations dedicated to missing persons. Her family has worked tirelessly to maintain awareness of her disappearance, holding vigils and community events to honor her memory. Despite the ongoing uncertainty, they hold onto hope that new leads will eventually emerge, bringing them closer to understanding the truth behind Kathleen’s mysterious disappearance.
Last Seen: Mar 20, 1984

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Kathleen Farmer | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Cathleen Virginia Farmer Gill - Weeping Willow Project
  • State v. Starkey :: 2007 :: Ohio Court of Appeals, Fourth ... - Justia Law
  • Murder victim's sister worried about release - News and Sentinel
  • Suspect in 1984 murder remains in prison - Marietta Times
  • Update: Man suspected in 1984 Washington County murder paroled ...
  • WV - Kathleen Farmer, 38, Parkersburg, 20 Mar 1984 | Websleuths

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP16509
    Jane Doe — Pennsylvania
    UP16509 • Found May 2, 1986
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 73%112 mi away
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–5'5"
    Weight 54%175 lb vs 125–135 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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