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Rodney McFARLAND Obituary
Age 74, of Huber Heights, passed away Friday, September 3, 2021, at Soin Medical Center. Rod was a U.S. Air Force Veteran serving four years as a Jet Engine Mechanic. He retired from the Foreign Technology Division at WPAFB after 34 years of service. Rod was an avid flyer for over forty years and a member of the Flying Angels of New Carlisle. He enjoyed working on, restoring and building aircraft along with his passion for flying. Rod also greatly enjoyed fly fishing and his time spent with the Miami Valley Fly Fishers.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Ilagene and step-father Linden Beebe. Rod is survived by his beloved wife, Theresa L.; daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and Tony Reitz of Huber Heights; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Shelley McFarland of Englewood; grandchildren, Rodney Lee, Macy, Alexandra (Jake), Megan and Tylei; and great-grandson, Kole.
Funeral service 10:00 AM Friday, September 10, 2021, at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike with Reverend Jay McMillen officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-7 PM. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or the American Cancer Society in Rod's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
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Ryan McFarland
January 30, 2022
I just miss you so much. I love you Dad.Nothing is getting easier......
Maria and Stephen Maebius
September 10, 2021
Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the McFarland family. May you find peace and comfort as your family and friends reunite to celebrate his life and mourn your loss. Rest in peace.
Neil Alkire
September 9, 2021
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the McFarland family. I knew Rod through my father, Dick Alkire. Saw him many times at the airport over the years. My prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Neil Alkire.
Tom Woodford
September 8, 2021
Rod was great to work with, travel with, and kill time with from Tel Aviv to Vegas, and just a few short weeks ago in Oshkosh. From valued co-worker to great friend. I will miss him every time I hear an airplane. My condolences to the family.
Joe and Lourie Rothstein
September 8, 2021
We will miss Rod's warm smile and his infectious laugh.
Nancy & Danny Behr
September 8, 2021
We are so very sad to lose our special neighbor & friend. Rod was a wonderful person. Sending love and prayers to all of the family.
Chris Stowe
September 8, 2021
My condolences for your loss. My heart is heavy for you all. Prayers and hugs to all of your family.
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Sep
9
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Marker & Heller Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Huber Heights Chapel5844 Old Troy Pike, Dayton, OH 45424
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10
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10:00 a.m.
Marker & Heller Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Huber Heights Chapel5844 Old Troy Pike, Dayton, OH 45424
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