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1933 - 2022

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1933

DIED

2022

Sharon McFarland Obituary

Sharon McFarland passed away quietly in her Mountlake Terrace apartment on the morning of February 7, 2022.
Born to Gerald and Marguerite Smither in Everett, Washington, in 1933, she attended Everett public schools. Her sharp intellect resulted in moving up a grade, and she graduated in 1950.
Sharon Smither met Charles McFarland on a blind date. As family lore records, she liked the lanky young man very much but wasn't particularly smitten. Charles, on the other hand, told his mother the next day, "I think I met the girl I'm going to marry."
The first date led to another, and Sharon's heart quickly caught up with Charles'. On St. Patrick's Day in 1951, they were married. It was a strong and loving union that ended only when Charles passed away in 2018.
The family moved often, particularly in the early years, and Sharon made new friends easily and helped her daughters learn to adapt and make new friends, as well. In those early years, she worked in retail part time for what she referred to as "pin money."
After the girls were raised and out on their own, Sharon became a tax preparer for H&R Block. She enjoyed helping people to understand their taxes and uncovering deductions they weren't aware of, and making new friends along the way.
This profession allowed her sufficient down time to travel. She and Charles bought an RV and enjoyed visiting friends and family and west coast beaches once tax season was over.
Church was core to Sharon's life, and she was known to share her time and talents freely, ranging from sending a card of encouragement, to baking bread for communion, to serving as a Stephen Minister with Trinity Lutheran Church in Lynnwood.
She is missed deeply by daughters Connie Pierce, Karen Miller, and Kelly Schumacher; grandchildren Julie Sharples, Desmond McNeese, Timothy Miller, and Mary Reese; and great-grandsons Gavin Sharples, Jenson Sharples, and Charlie Reese.
Sharon has been placed next to her husband at Beck's Restlawn Cemetery, Edmonds, WA. Memorial arrangements for close family are planned. February 7, 2022

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2022.

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Sharon & Michael Holladay

June 23, 2024

To the family of Sharon, we are so sorry for your loss. We were neighbors of your parents for many, many years in Lynnwood, and just learned of your mom's passing. We moved from Lynnwood in 2021 but was able to once visit at her assisted living facility. Sharon and Charlie were such a loving couple who beamed of joy when talking about their family. Sharon was a kind and gentle soul who always welcomed a quick chat when we would drop by. May the fond memories of your mom and dad bring peace and comfort to you always .

Linda Burbank

October 24, 2022

Oh my, I just found out about Sharon's passing. I first met Sharon years ago when she joined WW and became a member in my workshop. She was such a special woman, kind and genuine; and I enjoyed her immensely. I always loved seeing her come through the WW door and being a part of our meetings. I will miss our conversations; I will miss Sharon! Blessings to you, dear lady! Linda Burbank

Elizabeth Jackson

April 24, 2022

Thanks for this wonderful history of Sharon's life, Connie. Your parents were such good friends to all of us in BNSF Veterans/Alumni.

Jim Doughty

April 24, 2022

My sincere condolences to all the McFarland family on the loss of a wonderful person. I met Sharon (and Charlie) through working at H&R Block. We worked together for many years, and it was always a treat to be assigned to the office the McFarlands worked in. When I was getting ready to stop doing taxes, I remember Sharon told me "...H&R Block has a great retirement plan! You don't get any money, but you don't have to come to work!" We didn't stay in close contact after the H&R years, but we did run into each other occasionally at Sears or such. Truly, Sharon was a delight to know, and I know she will be missed by many, many friends.

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