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Robert L. McFarlane, 78, passed peacefully Sunday, May 19, 2013.
Bob was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin on May 25, 1934 to the late Leon and Evelyn (Olson) McFarlane. After he graduated from O'Dea High School he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he proudly served and assisted with USO activities. He continued his service to his country working for a federal government agency. After his service he worked as Taco Bell's West Coast Regional Manager, eventually owning his own franchises.
Bob is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sharon Freeman; sons: Ronald, Stephen (Yoko), Timothy (Teri), David (Melissa), Mark, Wil, Matthew, Jody; daughters: Lorraine (James) Retych, Valerie (Michael) Burdette; 14 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; sisters: Sharon Helppie, JoAnn Friedel.
Bob was known for his sense of humor and as a devout Catholic. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Services will be held at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Shoreline, WA on Friday May 24th. The rosary will be at 10:30 A.M. with memorial service to follow at 11:00 A.M. Reception will be held in the church hall.
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Melissa McFarlane
May 22, 2013
Dad, I am glad that you have passed to be with our Lord and to finally not be in pain. We are so blessed to have you for the years we have, and know we will see you in the future (I am hoping way in the future :-). Thank you for loving us the way you did and always making a place in your heart for us. Your grand daughter misses you and asks us if she can come take care of you. I know you will be taking care of her, and one day she will understand.
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