Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Marianne MacFarlane
Marianne MacFarlane
Obituary
Guest Book
Marianne MacFarlane Obituary
The MacFarlanes of Revere, Mass., did everything together. They lived side by side in two houses built by their Irish immigrant ancestors after the Civil War. Marianne MacFarlane, 34, the middle child and only girl, was a customer service representative for United Airlines at Logan Airport. She lived with her mother, Anne, also a customer service representative in the same terminal at Logan.
Marianne MacFarlane's brother, George, his wife, her children, and George's brother, Joseph, lived next door. Except for the children, they all worked at Logan Airport at one time or another.
The MacFarlanes took advantage of the free flights that are offered to airline employees to travel together. Marianne MacFarlane — tall, blond, vivacious — and her mother flew to Disney World just to get their hair cut by a hairdresser at the Contemporary Resort Hotel.
On Sept. 11, Ms. MacFarlane was traveling alone on United Flight 175, headed for the West Coast for a vacation.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Pauline Gemelli. (Colangelo)
September 12, 2023
Marianne, I can still see you hangin at the end of the counter at commuters. You were just getting off duty and you had your smile goin. And now it brings a smile to my face every time I think of you. (Which is often). Know you are loved and missed terribly and will never be forgotten. R.I.P.
Rene Gaudet
September 12, 2023
Miss you my friend. Thank you for guiding me to you when I came to NYC. I had no idea where your name was. And yet I walked right to you as if I had been there many times. Love you! GIve mom and dad a hug for me.
September 12, 2023
We think of you often last year I took my kids to Disney and my son and I rode splash mountain back to back and I thought of how much fun we had just a few short weeks before 9/11 when we went to Disney together. I also just spoke of the time when you said ‘my friends and family won’t believe that I took you to Disney and the first ride you made me go on was the carousel’ miss you friend!
Laura CASTELLANO
September 11, 2023
Marianne , today marks 22 years since that tragic day ~ we will always remember ❤
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Gina Vadnais
September 14, 2021
I miss you my friend.
Laura Castellano
September 10, 2021
Hard to believe it’s been 20 years ~ such a difficult day for your family along with your airline family .. keep watch ol girl ~ you are truly missed ..
Michele Crescenzo
September 10, 2021
20 years, and it seems like yesterday. Marianne, I have thought of you so often over the years, random things. I have honored your spirit over the years and try to do random acts of kindness in memory of you. I am sure that your family misses you tremendously, and my heart breaks for them. I hope that your family finds comfort in how many lives you have touched in your brief time in this world, you certainly left a lasting impression on mine! I will never ever forget.
Peg Yates
September 10, 2021
She’s never forgotten, forever missed.
Julie Doyle
September 10, 2021
20th anniversary. RIP Marianne! Even though we weren’t close in High school, I think of you.
Dianne Cann
September 9, 2021
To Marianne’s Family-
It’s hard to believe 20 years is approaching since this horrific event took place. I think of you all often and hope that time has lessened your pain and you hold on to her wonderful spirit and the great memories you made together. Marianne was a kind and thoughtful soul. She is definitely flying high above us and getting the best view of Disney World!
And of course watching over all her loved ones always with her Dad right next to her. You are missed and thought of by many ! I will be by your memorial pole on Page Street Saturday to honor you as I have been in the past on this sad day. Thoughts and prayers - DeDe Moccia Cann
Janet Cimmino
September 10, 2020
Thinking of you. xo
Alex
December 12, 2019
Hey, I bet you'll have a great X-mas above us.
But there were numerous gun tragedies the past year, as they've recently happened in NJ, Pensacola, even El paso in August. This Dec. 14th is the commemoration of the Sandy Hook tragedy seven years ago, as 20 children were killed. It was an awful day...
Michele Crescenzo
September 12, 2019
18 years-you come to mind randomly over that time but always strongly on every Sept 11th. Our lives and age working together at United..I always wonder about what could have been. What would have the last 18 years been like for you? I like to think it would have been like mine. Truly blessed, you were taken to soon. So much sooner than what should have been. I can't help but wonder what life really had in store for you. Gone but never forgotten. Till we meet again my friend. ❤❤
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2019
18 years...
It seems so trivial to post "never forget 9/11"...how can we forget about you , your smile so bright , gone way too soon . Thinking of you today and always , keep watch from the heavens Marianne
Kathleen Branzell
September 11, 2019
I knew Marianne through her brother Joseph . He went to school with my daughter and played Baseball at St. Marys with my son. We we talk at the ballpark. I went to New York to the 9-11 memorial and took picture of her Memorial . I think of her and especially on the Anniversary. I always post a remembrance on Face Book every year. She will never be forgotten .
Julie Doyle
September 11, 2019
You are not forgotten
RIP
Julie Doyle
RHS class of 1984
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2019
Hello! So many things have happened this year. I am almost done grad school and applying for my doctorate. Great new job that was a huge promotion. Abi turned 16. It's crazy. Miss you!
Joe Hesano
September 11, 2019
Always thinking of you my friend.
Geneva
September 11, 2019
Always thinking of you on this day, Marianne. I miss my Disney buddy and I know my mom misses you and all the adventures you went on together. One of my biggest accomplishments with you will always be that I got you to ride the merry go round first at Disney! xoxo
Alex
September 10, 2019
Marianne, your untimely passing on September 11th was not in vain. Condolences to your loved ones.
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2018
Hello my dear friend. There were even more changes at WDW this year. Toy Story land opened. I know you would have been there getting the front seat on the slinky dog ride. We will never forget you or all our fun times. I can't help but laugh when we go by Burger King. LOL
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2018
Another year and here we are , I can't tell you things have gotten better in this world we live in , but my heart is heavy today , thinking of you and your family , hope you're flying high my friend
John tolka
September 16, 2017
Oh Marianne cannot believe 16 years gone by since 9/11 . Will always remember the great years at Usair . I look everyday at the pictures of the rafting trip to Northern Outdoors and you at the helm me sitting with my helmet on behind you. You placed me there . Only you and I know why .
RIP Marianne you Anne -George-Joe and all the family will never be forgetten God Bless
JT
Leslie
September 12, 2017
Marianne, I think of you often. All of our laughs and fun times at the airline as well as all our fun times after work. You always made me laugh and smile. My friend, you will never be forgotten by so many.
Joe Hesano
September 12, 2017
I think of you often Marianne...Not just on 9/11 but when a group of friends are all laughing and joking and having a good time. I'll always remember how fun you were to work with and the white water rafting trip you organized! So much fun! Miss you! "JoJoDancer"
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2017
Hello my friend. Here we are again. Making sure you are never forgotten. So many changes to WDW, lol. You'd love them. I know you'd be first in line to see Pandora. Love you, miss you. Hug Mom and Dad for us! <3
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2017
It's been 17 years since the world stopped turning , there isn't a year yet on this day that I don't think about you and your family . Marianne I know you're flying high , you are never forgotten. In the aviation industry we are all family; and family we will always be. Rest easy sweet girl ❤
Maria Cucchiara Bertolaccini
September 11, 2017
Marianne, I think of you often, all these years you are never forgotten. Your sweet smile and gentle kindness will live on forever. The fun we had after work going to sing at the Purple Shamrock, singing "The Leader of the Pack" I will never forget that. We called our singing group The Priority Golds. Your memory and love will live on in your beautiful kind spirit forever, until we meet again.
Maria
September 21, 2016
15 years have gone by but we can still hear your contagious laugh up here at the red barron! in the BIA(bangor international Airport) God Bless you Marianne The Crew here at Bangor
Julie Doyle
September 11, 2016
RIP Marianne
Julie Doyle RHS class of 84
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2016
It's been 15 years , and I haven't forgotten , thinking of you and your family on this day of many❤
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2016
Here we are again. Never forgotten by Tammy or I. She got married and got a puppy. They went to Vegas for a honeymoon. She said she walked more than if she had gone to Disney. Lol Dude, there are bungalows outback at the Polynesian. Can you imagine? Love you! Give my mom and Dad a hug from us.
Del Newberry
January 12, 2016
My love, thoughts and prayers go out for the family and friends. I know that you miss your dear Marianne, and I pray for you to have a special kind of comfort and blessing today. Much love from Texas,
Joe Hesano
September 13, 2015
Miss you Marianne!
Leslie Palter
September 12, 2015
Marianne was a sunshine on a cloudy day. Yesterday,I woke up early and lowered my flag at my house. Sat quietly all alone and thought of my sweet friend. My prayers and thoughts are always with her brother joe and family. I will never forget and she is always in my thoughts and heart. Love and caring thoughts are always with her family. We all lost an angel that day.never forget!
Janet Cimmino
September 11, 2015
Today and Always, xo
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2015
I will certainly never forget that day ; and I will never forget you Marianne.. Thinking of you and your family this day of many xo
September 11, 2015
Still remember. Sending love to her family on this day of days.
Peg Yates
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2015
This day comes and never gets easier. Know that we never will forget you. Mom and your brothers are always in my prayers. Love and pixie dust!
Leslie Mague
September 11, 2015
My sister gave me a rememberance bracelet with your name on it and flight number. You are remembered.
Melissa Blue
September 24, 2014
God watch over your loved ones. Know they miss you.
Eric
September 20, 2014
BGR remembers!
Leslie Palter arillotta
September 12, 2014
Thinking of you always Marianne. As I ran out in the early morning of September 11th. 2014....to my yard to lower my flag to half mast. My prayers and thoughts were with you and your family.
Rene Gaudet
September 12, 2014
Thinking of you yesterday and always! *O*
September 11, 2014
Thinking of your family today Marianne! I will never forget your laugh:-) You were such a wonderful person with a huge heart!!
Laura Castellano
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you Marianne, Never forgotten...
Janet Cimmino
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you today.
Peg Yates
September 11, 2014
Still remembering you, dear girl.
Leslie Palter
June 8, 2014
Thinking of you always.
s J. Friscia III
June 7, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Gloria Sollazzo
September 14, 2013
Such a warm, caring person...always a beautiful smile for everyone!
pauline gemelli
September 14, 2013
I will never forget your outgoing personality your generosity (giving me some old uniforms) lol thanks!
You will be forever missed..
Sue McEvoy
September 13, 2013
Still think of you often, Marianne.
Margrette Karabelas) Testa
September 13, 2013
I think of you and remember the time we went white water rafting, i will always remember you and your smile xo
Margaret Kooshkalis
September 13, 2013
Will always remember your warm smile and laugh when we worked the express flights for Usair!
Hollie Scopa
September 13, 2013
Thinking of you always....
September 13, 2013
Marianne, I think of you so often. You always mad me happy and smile even on days that were hard or sad for me. I miss you. I miss your smile. I miss your hugs. I miss your caring compassionate way. You will always be in my heart and I have to share that every september 11, I pray to you and honor you.Marianne ,an angel.
Leslie Palter
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2013
#wdw4ever Give Mom and Dad a hug for me. Mickey bars all around!!!
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2013
Here is your angel day again this year. I can finally say I got Abby to WDW this past August! It was HOT! But we thought of you and she loved it. You would love the new system with the Magic + program. We got to be in the testing group. <3 you and miss you. XoXo #WDW4eva !!!
September 11, 2013
So very sorry.......May G-D bring peace to your soul.
Donna Ryan
September 11, 2013
Today I sit here at my desk... at Twin Towers Correctional Facility, Los Angeles. The name alone still makes me uneasy to this day, and one can not help but remember that fateful day. I think of you, your family and the lovely words your mom shared when I met her. May your spirit continue to soar and may the world never forget.
Janet
September 11, 2013
I can not believe 12 years has passed. Thinking about you today......
Peg Yates
September 10, 2013
Still remembering Marianne and the others, and their families and friends who are left to cherish their memories.
Laura
September 10, 2013
Another year has passed; and you are thought of so much.. Anyone that has worked in the aviation industry with you knows how passionate you were about ur job .. This day since 2001 has been very difficult.. We will never forget xo
Michele Provenzano
September 14, 2012
Marianne, you and Jesus are dearly missed. You both have not been forgotten nor will you ever be here at United in Boston. Joann Paone and I went to the memorial here at the airport and told stories together and reflected on our memories of the both of you. You are angels among us that I know will always have wanted us to "Walk On", my song for you.
Peg Yates
September 13, 2012
I have not forgotten, and it seems impossible that it's been 11 years. Sending love and hugs to Marianne's family.
September 12, 2012
I thought of her yesterday, and every other precious soul who sailed out into eternity on that day of days. Sending love and hugs to the MacFarlane family.
September 11, 2012
Missing you today and every day.
Janet
September 11, 2012
Marianne,
Thinking of you today and always. There was a car accident on the street the other day and your brothers were like super heroes. You would have been so proud. Heading to your Happy Place in a few weeks. I will carry you in my heart.
Rene Gaudet
September 11, 2012
Hi Marianne,
Thinking of you today. Will never let you be forgotten. Not that anyone could. #WDW4eva XOXO
Laura Castellano
October 17, 2011
Marianne,
We think of you often, I remember all the times you did TDY, in PQI, helping us, and your upbeat personality, and desire to please..you had an amazing spirit, and passion for what you did. You are truly missed.
Janet Cimmino
September 11, 2011
Marianne,
I will think of you today. I will celebrate you and your fantastic smile when I make my yearly trip to your happy place.
Erik Fransen
September 11, 2011
Wow...ten years. Doesn't seem possible. You are missed.
Joe Hesano
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you today Marianne. I'll never forget!
Donna Ryan
September 11, 2011
Today on this 10th year anniversary of 9/11....Though I didn't know you Marianne and having only by chance have your mom Ann be my mom's school friend whom I met just last year, I want you to know that I wear a bracelet in your memory. Your name engraved forever in a black piece of metal wrapped around my wrist as a reminder to me and everyone I meet that you and all those whose lives ended physically that day, live on in the hearts of all of us! I pray God keeps your soul at peace knowing you have touched many lives in life as well as death. Marianne I WILL NEVER FORGET.... THANK-YOU.
Kristine Ryan
September 11, 2011
I hope that Marianne's family will see this. I worked with Marianne at USAirways Express and roomed with her at our trainings and meetings. I was the Station Manager in Panama City, FL. I remember a meeting in Reading,PA....we all met for dinner at TGIF's and were playing games. We were singing showtunes, and Marianne being on my team, decides to yell out "STELLA"!!! The whole restaurant roared in laughter, and I called her that ever since. We all miss her, and send our love to your family enduring life each day without her. Her great smile and contagious giggle is forever sketched in my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and always!!!
Geneva Garrison
September 11, 2011
Marianne, I am thinking of you today as I do every year around this time and remembering the times we've spent together. I looked back to when I wrote on here 10 years ago and posted the picture of the two of us on splash mountain together. I remember that trip to disney like it was yesterday, so hard to believe that it was 10 years ago. You buying me mickey mouse shaped ice cream a few hours before we took off for florida and saying "get in the mood kid." You always had that fun loving attitude that made people want to be around you. I can't believe I actually got you to ride the merry-go-round as the first ride we went on at disney! On our flight to florida you gave me two little slot machine handheld games that you had bought because you were so excited about your trip to Vegas and I was so nervous about flying, you really helped calm my nerves but that's just how you were. You are missed greatly and the world is surely a lesser place without you in it.
Peg Yates
September 10, 2011
Another year has rolled around, and we relive the pain, shock, tragedy and anger of that day in 2001. I think of Marianne often, and wonder how her family is doing. I cannot even begin to process grieving for a loved one who passed so tragically, but we are all remembering, especially on this weekend, the 10th anniversary of all those souls passing. Please know that we stand with you, in our own way, and send prayers to the heavens and ask for mercy and blessings for you.
Michele Provenzano
September 10, 2011
Marianne, you are never far from my thoughts. Over the last 10 years I have always wondered what your life would have been like if not for that day. I know that you are an angel looking over your family that you loved so much, your friends that you loved as well. I try to keep your love for life, family and friends with me in my daily life. You were one of a kind and you are missed. Your legacy continues, your family and friends will always carry your spirit with them as well as I. I will hold my memories of you in my heart, and will be sure to tell my 4 year old son all about you as he learns about September 11th. You are truly an angel.
Debi Pollard
September 7, 2011
Marianne was my first co-worker in aviation in 1995. We trained together for a bit, then she decided to head back up north. My thoughts are with her family this week, as every week since 9/11. Still in aviation, and having worked that tragic day, she is never far from my thoughts.
Sue LaPoint
September 2, 2011
On August 17, 2011 my husband and I left Manistee, MI to join 1719 other bikes in the America's 9/11 Foundation's Memorial motorcycle ride. People from across the country as well as from Canada and Australia made up the group of 2800. This is the largest police escorted ride. The funds raised go towards scholarships for children of first responders. This ride to remember and never forget is especially meaningful to us since my husband has been a professional fire fighter for 35 years. He is originally from upstate NY and that is where he began his career. At the beginning of the ride this year when we arrived in Somerset, PA to register, we were each given a card with the name of a person we would be riding in memory of. I was given the honor of riding in memory of Marianne.
Donna Ryan
September 16, 2010
On this past Sunday Sept. 12th my mother and I had the pleasure of having lunch with four of my mom's high school girlfriends from days gone by. Among those four girls was Marianne's mother Ann. I am forever greatful that God brought us together that day. A day that brought 9/11, Marianne and Ann personally close to my heart. Oddly, I work at the Twin Towers Jail in Los Angeles, Ca. which keeps 9/11 in my mind on a daily basis. Evil was working overtime that day...but we now have 3000 more Angels watching over us. Marianne and I have just met through the wonderful stories a mother tells of her child. I'd like to think that I now have a dear new friend here on earth and an even more wonderful one waiting to meet me in heaven. Thank-you Ann and more importantly I truly thank-you Marianne from the depth of my heart.
Bjorn Nilsen
September 13, 2010
This past Saturday, over 3000 bikers gathered in Kansas City to ride in memory of those who perished on 9/11. I was honored that Marianne "rode" with me (a card to represent her was placed on my motorcycle for the ride).
RIP Marianne...you have not been forgotten.
Billy Bell
September 13, 2010
Still remembering Marianne and her lovely smile.Wondering what she is doing in heaven now.
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2010
To the family of Marianne MacFarlane:
Marianne gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our heroes of September 11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
September 11, 2010
We all miss you and love you very much.
Janet and Louie Cimmino
September 11, 2010
Marianne,
Thinking of you today. Joe's wedding was really nice and your Mom gave you a special tribute. I will visit your brick as always this Feb. xoxo
Janet and Louie Cimmino
September 11, 2009
Marianne...we are thinking of you today and always. Especially this past July when I visited Disney. I saw your smile everywhere and visited your brick...I love that it is right outside the Magic Kingdom! xoxo
Libby Boggess
September 5, 2009
Dear family of Marianne,
Today, and through the next week I am wearing a bracelet with Marianne's name on it. I do this to honor her memory, even though never having met her. I pray for God's comfort, healing, peace, & hope for each of you.
mike brennan
August 31, 2009
Hello Mrs Macfarlane
We only met once I am Pilot with then Commuteair of Plattsburgh NY and we a pretty good group from BOS headed North for a Raft trip in Maine and as Usual we were waiting on Marianne to get ready. and of course she had better ideas about surrendering her keys at the rafting the company so they weren't get lost on the trips she didn't and the keys got lost and ya had to Fedex some to her typical MARIANNE HARD HEADED BUT very lovelable enjoyed every moment being with her. I miss her very much and I know she died doing what she enjoyed most other than giving her friends static was traveling. I Think of her often and miss her contagious smile and whit. Take Care Sign The Dog
Janet and Louie Cimmino
September 11, 2008
Marianne.....you are in our hearts and prayers today..
Pam
December 27, 2007
I never met Marianne but I listened to her big brother George talk about her and I'm sorry I didn't have the chance to know her. She seemed like a wonderful person who Loved life and her family & friends very much! In every picture I've seen of her she had that big beautiful smile & her eyes sparkled like diamonds, she was such a beautiful girl. Listening to the family talk about her and reading the tributes here makes me realize how much she was Loved and how deeply she touched everyone she came in contact with,the world is a much darker & sadder place without her but Heaven gained an angel.Her family will always have some to watch over them. Rest in Peace Marianne you will always be in my prayers. I'm proud to be able to say that I am part of your family.
Janet and Louie Cimmino
September 11, 2007
Marianne..We are thinking of you today...
Joe Hesano
August 16, 2007
Marianne...You are constantly in my thoughts. I was so fortunate to know you and will always remember what a great friend you were. Always smiling and fun to be around. Your friend, Joe Hesano (Poplar Grove, IL)
P Tabbernor
June 15, 2007
In memory....
Billy Bell
January 4, 2007
To Anne, George, Joe, and the rest of Marianne's family. I want to you all to know that Marianne's spirit and zest for life will always be remembered by quite a lot of people from many diverse backrounds.Marianne is probaly looking down from Heaven and waiting patiently for everyone to join her so that one big party can be had upstairs. I do know that she is resting in peace
Showing 1 - 100 of 139 results
Make a Donation
in Marianne MacFarlane's name
How to support Marianne's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Marianne MacFarlane's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored