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M. Robert "Bob" McFarland

1941 - 2014

M. Robert "Bob" McFarland obituary, 1941-2014, Arlington, TX

BORN

1941

DIED

2014

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Wade Funeral Home & Crematory - Arlington

4140 West Pioneer Pkwy.

Arlington, Texas

M. McFarland Obituary

M. Robert "Bob" McFarland, 73, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014, in Arlington. Service: Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 1200 S. Davis Drive, Arlington, with the Rev. James Gigliotti, T.O.R., celebrant. Interment: Moore Memorial Gardens, Arlington. Visitation: 1 to 5 p.m. Monday at Wade Family Funeral Home, 4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington. Additional visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the church with a rosary beginning at 7 p.m. Bob was born June 12, 1941, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Millard Robert McFarland and Mildred Fern VanBibber McFarland. He graduated from Arlington High School in 1959 and attended Arlington State College, UT Austin and graduated from SMU Law School. Upon graduation, he entered duty as a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation under J. Edgar Hoover. He later returned to Arlington to practice law. In 1977, Bob was elected to the Texas Legislature, serving in both the State Senate and House of Representatives for 14 years. An Arlington resident for 65 years, Bob was a longtime member of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church. He met the love of his life, Jane Highfill, at a church function and they recently celebrated 50 years of marriage. He was preceded in death by his son, Bobby McFarland, in 2006. Survivors: Wife, Jane McFarland; daughters, Terry BeVelle and husband, Ron, and Sandra Worth and husband, Tom; twin sister, Judy Carr; brother, Michael McFarland; and grandchildren, Lauren, Thomas, Blair, Brooke and Bailey.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jul. 27, 2014.

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Ed & Jim Cosgrove

December 8, 2014

Jane,we just heard from Mrs. Scottino that Bob had passed away. Jim and I send our condolences. In September 2013 our Dad passed at age 101 and we had the pleasure of meeting Maddie at Moore Funeral and discovered she was a relative. we are sorry that we did not visit you when we were in town. Bob was a fantastic leader. I remember him in CYO and when we needed legal advice, he was there! Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

shannon Ryan Moore

August 3, 2014

Jane, sorry to hear about Bob. Hope your family is taking care of you. He's with Bobby and they're looking over you. God bless you.

James Luttrell

August 2, 2014

Bob was a great advocate for the City of Arlington. I am thankful for all he did for us in the city. My condolences to Jane and the McFarland family.

Jimmy Rainey

July 29, 2014

I only had the pleasure of meeting you once, but you left a great impression on me. I was proud to tell people I knew a person who was so important as a State Senator and Legslature, and that honor will continue despite your passing. You were a great man who did great things that changed the lives of many. God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 29, 2014

I only had the opportunity and the pleasure to meet you one time, but I deeply appreciate everything you did for Arlington and for the State of Texas as a Senator and Legislature. I was proud to tell people that I had the pleasure of meeting you in person, and that will continue even with your passing. Great love to you and your family.

Diana Cole

July 29, 2014

I am deeply saddened by the news of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Danny Jensen

July 28, 2014

Janey, I'm so sorry to hear about Bob. he was as you know a very special person and will be missed. Over the last few days I've told many a Sen. Slick story and even in this time of sorrow, I have found myself laughing and reminiscing over many of our excursions. He made the State of Texas and me better by him being here. Danny

shelly rose

July 28, 2014

i only met u once, but i will never forget the character u were.. i heard so much of u thru eddy and terry and ron,, bless u ...

Carla & Ray McDonald

July 28, 2014

DOur deepest sympathies for you and your family, Terry. Your dad was a wonderful man.

Lori Duke

July 28, 2014

I have so many wonderful memories of your dad. I remember him always laughing and teasing us. He didn't lose it when we hid all the cigarettes. He dealt well with us running through the house and creating chaos. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

David Byers

July 27, 2014

Bob was a good friend while serving as City Attorney for the City of Euless. He went above and beyond when needed. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with his loved ones. The Byers Family

Charlie and Patricia Evans

July 27, 2014

Bob was always there with the right thoughts and words when legislation was being passed for the betterment of the citizens of the State of Texas. He was always looking for a better way. His leadership and friendship never strayed and will not be forgotten.

July 26, 2014

Bob was a shining light for our high school class of 1959. He was an accomplished attorney, legislator, and statesman for the mid-cities area. All of us who knew him well valued his friendship and counsel. He will truly be missed as a leader, friend, and dedicated family man. His faith was always a priority in his life.

Allan Price
AHS Class of 1959

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4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington, TX

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Mass of Christian Burial

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St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church

1200 S. Davis Drive, Arlington, TX

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4140 West Pioneer Pkwy., Arlington, TX 76013

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