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1950
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2015
Ray McFarland Obituary
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for Ray McFarland
July 29, 2015
I hadn't seen Ray since my Mother's Funeral back 1981 but thought of him often. He was one of the few friends of his kids friends that got along well with my Dad Ray and he would visit dad on & off until my dad moved to Sacramento.. for that I really appreciate how good he was to my dad. I will miss not hearing about you in the years to come Ray and may you rest in peace. Kevin being the only one from the rest of the family I know I wish you peace & may you know your dad was well liked in my family. God's Blessings & Peace to all of you. Chris (Hodgkinson) Ward, Formerly from El Cajon but now Valley Center, KS
July 14, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. I will always remember his jokes and his laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bonnie and family.
Sincerely Ken and Connie Webb
July 8, 2015
Our condolences to friends, family and loved ones of our treasured classmate.
crawford High School, Class of 1968
www.crawford68.com
Norm Black
June 26, 2015
Enjoyed sharing a few waves with Ray during our time at Crawford. My prayers are with the family. Always remember the good times.
Tammy Kelly
June 26, 2015
Ray and I got together last year for the first time in about 20 years and I am so glad we had the chance to reminisce . I used to babysit Ray and his sisters and loved his mom and dad. The McFarlands were a part of my life for many years and I have so many fond memories of the whole family. My love and thoughts to all.
Dave Gray
June 26, 2015
Ray was a real friend and could always come up with an interesting story from a chapter in his life. I'll miss you, my friend. Thanks for sharing so many good things with me.
Earl Altshuler
June 26, 2015
I remember Ray well and so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. The Crawford Class of '68 will honor him on our board showing those who have left us at our 50th reunion in several years.
Susan Weetman Belair
June 21, 2015
Sleep in peace my friend.
Stan Brill
June 21, 2015
I enjoyed talking to Ray. We grew up in the same neighborhood and we where in Viet Nam about the same time. I'm going to miss talking to him
In his backyard on Fridays. My condolences to his family.
June 21, 2015
Here are some additional highlights about my Dad life that we left out of the short version of his obituary.
Ray maintained a strong relationship with Christ.
•Knights of Columbus Grand Knight & Fourth Degree Knight
•Catechist Faith Formation & RCIA
•Eucharistic Minister
•Friends of the Missions
•St. Columba Prayer Group
•Helped organize and build the Santa Sophia Fall Festival
Ray was a devoted Marine
•Marine Corps served in Vietnam (He was shot and earned a Purple Heart)
•Marine Corps League
•Marine Corps Tanker's Association
•Bulldog Detachment; served as Senior Vice Commandant & Commandant
•Military Order of the Devil Dogs
Ray was also a dedicated professional, spending the last 10+ years in the security industry
•Teamsters Union for 30+ years
•Sycuan Color Guard Pow Wow & Funerals
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