Scott John McFarlane

Scotty was a very good friend. He was kind and patient and fun. I am so grateful to Scotty for his role in introducing me to the Monastery. When I first arrived at the Monastery in 2004 Scotty was attending Rinpoche. He was so easy going and relaxed, and made it easy for me to relate to Rinpoche. We used to go out to lunch with Rinpoche and Scotty would often ask Rinpoche the questions I was too shy to ask. I can't express how important this was in my process of becoming Rinpoche's...

I feel like Scotty and I were true friends. We did everything together: we went walking in the woods, we went driving, we worked at the Monastery, we went to the movies, we had coffee and tea, we did all the camping trips. I sincerely treasure Scotty’s friendship - every minute – then and now - I still do. Every time I saw Scotty I was happy to see him and I feel he was happy to see me. We did everything together and we did nothing together. We would hang out and just talk and relax and...

Bob, Marlene and Family, I'm very sorry to hear of Scott's passing. I will hold onto my many fond childhood memories playing football and baseball at Greenlake with Scott, Steve, Bob, Lynn and the rest of the neighborhood gang. I wish you all peace.

Scottie and I were good friends through Sakya Monastery. We studied philosophy together and discussed many topics. I will miss him greatly and feel for his family's loss. I feel blessed to have know him.

MARLENE AND BOB I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WE WILL MISS SCOTT VERY MUCH. THE POOR GUY DID NOT HAVE A VERY GOOD LIFE.I HOPE HE IS IN ABETTER PLACE NOW. LOVE BROTHER JIM .

Marlene and Bob: it is surely my misfortune that I never met this wonderful son of yours..with love , Cousin Richard Donahue

Dear Marlene, Bob and family,
How saddened I am for you at the passing of your precious son, Scott. As I read all the wonderful things said about him, I wished I had known him. He was so loved and he brought much joy to you all.
I pray for you all dear friends. Asking our Lord to comfort you in your deepest grief. I pray that your fondest memories of Scott will bring you much peace knowing his love for you will carrying you through these difficult times.
Our love and...

Scott was a true friend, and a gentleman. He was always his own person. Hearty condolences to the family.

Marlene and Bob
Words can't heal you but I want you to know we are thinking of you.He was so handsome and led an interesting life. Now he is free from pain.. I want to give you both a big hug but we will see you.. Please except our sympathy..