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Michele McFarland Obituary

(nee Brignon), age 74; beloved wife of Robert; dear mother of Christine Picard (Urban) and Brian McFarland (Aimee); grandmother of Urban Jr. (Jackie), Clarence, Robert, Timothy Picard, Gavin and Julia McFarland; great grandmother of Tripp and Colette; sister of Madeleine Brignon, Claude Vihtelic (the late Raymond), Francine Golden (Ronald) and the late Regina Valentino (surviving Robert); and aunt and great aunt to many. Memorial contribution to the charity of your choice. Private Funeral Mass and Interment. Celebration of Life at a later date. 440-937-6175 www.buschcares.com

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Published by Cleveland.com from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2020.

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Joanie Tompkins

July 3, 2020

Hello Bob and family, Am so sorry and sad to learn of Michelle's passing. What a fun lady to chat with at our Twinsburg Waterpark every summer! She always had a smile on her face too....ready to share a laugh, a story and local gossip too. Know she is missed and looking out for all of you. So fortunate to have known both of you. Keeping you in my heart and prayers....keep on swimming, Joanie

Robin Sorenson Wolinski

June 30, 2020

Dear Bob, we are so sorry to hear of Michele's passing. She was such a loving person, and very much loved by family and friends. I remember how kind you both were to offer me a place to stay when I came to Ohio for Julia's baptism. I am so glad to have gotten to know her.

Frank and Jean Navratil

June 26, 2020

We are very sad to hear about Michele's passing. Our sincere condolences to you, Bob, and your entire family. We enjoyed working with and getting to know Michele. She was a wonderful person who was very competent in doing her work.
She will be missed.

Rita Malaska

June 26, 2020

Thinking of you. In our prayers.

Alan Schwartz

June 25, 2020

Mr. McFarland, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember first meeting Mrs. Mcfarland when Brian and I were roommates at Ohio State. I will always remember her kindness and how welcoming she was any time I was able to spend time with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Alan and Daria Schwartz

Sue and Earl Sorenson

June 25, 2020

We are so sad to say goodbye to Michele. She was an amazing lady. So caring and loving. We were so lucky to call her a friend/ family.

Mike Quinn

June 24, 2020

I have nothing but good memories of Michele from our years as colleagues at JCU. She was a warm and capable lady. Mary Beth and I send our condolences to you, Bob, and to everyone in your family.

Karen Ohlrich

June 24, 2020

Oh Bob and family, I am so terribly sorry to hear of this. My time at John Carroll was made much brighter because of Michele. What a great sense of humor and always smiling through both the good and frustrating times. Hold on to all the great memories... I surely will.

Brian Daw

June 24, 2020

So sorry Christine to hear your mother's death. Know that you and your family are in our prayers.

The Feorene Family

June 24, 2020

Bob and family, our hearts go out to all of you. Michele was such a gracious, caring woman. Her spirit will live on in all of the lives she touched so positively.

Elva and Bob Busch

June 23, 2020

We are so sorry to learn of Michele's passing. We are glad we were able to talk with her just a couple of weeks ago. We've known you both for such a long time and we will miss her very much. She was an incredibly sweet woman. Our hearts go out to Bob and your family. We send our love.

Kathleen Berry

June 23, 2020

Christine, Urban and family...was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Know that I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Continue to keep your Mom's beautiful memories close in your heart where she will always be with you. I am here if you need anything❤! Virtual hugs to all of you!

Arbie Galbraith

June 23, 2020

I was so sad to hear about your loss. Michele and I were great friends and graduated Cleveland Heights High together. She was a bright light in my life when my family moved into Cleveland, and lived on Maple Road. She would always wave to me from her window, before I even met her. My prayers to her and her family. Arbie Galbraith, Friend, Ft. Myers Florida

Margie, Mike, Sean and Paul Rossander

June 23, 2020

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Michele. She was a kind and gentle lady. So sorry for your loss.

Tim and Pam Hesketh

June 23, 2020

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Although it has been several years since we have seen each other, I still recall Michele's smile and pleasant personality whenever we were together. Our prayers are with her and your entire family. May God bless,

Debbie Juker

June 23, 2020

My sympathy to the family. Rest In Peace, Dear Michele.
Debbie Juker
JCU

Michelle and Graeham Guerin

June 23, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the Picard/McFarland families. We will truly miss her. She was a loving, caring, thoughtful person with a great sense of humor, a beautiful smile and laugh, and always a positive thing to say. She was an inspiration. Her spirit carries on in all of you. With love, Michelle and Graeham

caroline huszczo

June 23, 2020

Michele was such a sweet gentle lady...so sorry for your loss...carrie Huszczo

Louise Barmann

June 23, 2020

A kind, compassionate and intelligent coworker. Prayers for you all who she loves and all who love her.

Bob McFarland

June 23, 2020

She was my best friend, my partner, and my wife for 52 wonderful years. Michele completed me. She was a great role model and the perfect example of a mother and a friend. I will miss you terribly my Love. Rest in Peace.
Bob

Heath McKenzie

June 23, 2020

Bob,

You have our deepest condolences. Our family is praying for you and your entire family. Please do not hesitate to reach out us for anything!

Heath, Kristy, Zach, and Ashley McKenzie

William Wilhelm

June 23, 2020

I will always remember Michele with the fondest of memories as I worked with her at JCU. Such a kind soul, and always welcoming spirit about her. Praying for God's love and comfort to envelop the family.

Kyle Malone

June 23, 2020

Bob, so sorry to hear about Michele passing. Deb and I held you and Michele in high regards and an excellent example of a great marriage. We are praying for you and the family.

Cheri Slattery

June 22, 2020

Bob, I have just heard of Michele's death. I'm so sorry to hear this. All my sympathies and heart felt condolences to you and your family. I will hope to be in touch with you Some day soon. Strength and peace to you in this sad sad time.

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