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Lois McFarland Obituary

Lois A. McFarland, 51, of Topeka, passed away Wed., June 17, 2009, at Stormont Vail Health Care. She was born Aug. 8, 1957, in Atchison, the daughter of Richard E. and Mary Ellen (Murphy) McFarland. Lois received her Bachelors Degree in English in 1979 from St. Mary College in Leavenworth, Ks. Upon graduation, she worked for the Kansas Dept. of Social and Rehabilitation Services before moving to Houston. She taught second and third grades as well as elementary ESL in the Houston area and in the Auburn-Washburn School District from 1993 to 2002. Lois will be remembered for her love of reading and travel. In her later years, she enjoyed volunteering with her care home, Atria Hearthstone, knitting and playing word games Survivors include a daughter, Courtney Grimes of Lawrence; a brother, Bruce McFarland of St. Joseph, Mo; three sisters, Karen Shufflebarger of Topeka, Colette Haugsness of Atchison; Paula Higley of Topeka; and many nieces and nephews. Lois was preceded in death by her parents. Lois will lie in state after 9 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2009, at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 S.W. Urish Rd., Topeka, KS 66614. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with burial to follow at 1 p.m. at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Atchison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinsons Disease Foundation and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jun. 18, 2009.

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Bonnie Schindler

June 25, 2009

Courtney, I was so sadden to hear about your mom. I loved working with her at Atkinson for those six years. And also getting to be with you at Thompson while you tried out for the decathalon games or what ever they were called. Your mom will be grately missed I thought so much of her and learned so much from her as well. I remember your grandparents coming down and came to your moms classroom they were so sweet. Courtney take care we love you and you will be in our prayers. Love, Bonnie

Pamela Hickman Bowman

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lois was the best friend anyone could have in grade school. I have fond memories of her at St. Benedicts school and sleepovers at her house. She's an angel now, watching over us, until we meet again.

Barb Beavers

June 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family especially with Courtney. Lois will always hold a special place in my heart - she was the sister I never had. May God bless you all.

Jennie Golden-Bagnuolo

June 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have many memories of your mother/sister during our time together at Saint Mary's. Much sympathy to you all.

Janet Dooley

June 18, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always cherish many wonderful memories from our friendship and great times at St. Bendict's the Mount and St. Mary's. Please accept my sympathy. Janet Dooley

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