Martha A. McFarland
1923 - 2020
Martha A. McFarland
1923 - 2020
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BORN
1923
DIED
2020
Martha McFarland Obituary
Lafayette - Martha Annie McFarland, 96 of Lafayette, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 29. She was born July 6, 1923 near Colfax Indiana to the late Russell and Susie (Boxwell) Ramsey. Martha graduated from Jackson High School in Clinton County. She married Charles Clayton McFarland October 10, 1943; they celebrated 50 years of marriage in 1993. A lifelong resident of Lafayette, she retired from Lafayette National Bank and was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. Martha was an avid sports fan, especially basketball. She loved the Pacers, Purdue, and was a dedicated follower of one of her grandsons who plays for Michigan State. She enjoyed camping and traveling all her life, but most of all she loved being with her family. Martha was very appreciative of her many neighbors who checked on her frequently during the last few years of her life.
She is survived by two sons, Albert (Barbara) McFarland, Battle Ground, and Steve (Sheila) McFarland, Fort Wayne; four grandchildren, Melissa Abernathy (Stacy), Otterbein; Patricia Miller (Doug), Fort Wayne; Kathryn Loyer (John), Michigan; and Matthew McFarland (Bethanie) Fort Wayne; 10 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren; three sisters, Orpha Wyant, Michigan; Bonnie Smith, Indianapolis; Katie Coffman (Bud), Texas; and one sister-in-law, Beverly Ramsey, Brownsburg. Martha was preceded in death by her husband Charles, 3 sisters and 5 brothers. A private entombment will take place Saturday April 4, 2020 1:00 pm at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. There will be a celebration of Martha's life at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Purdue Wesley Foundation, 435 W State Street, West Lafayette IN. You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com
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Steve/Sandy Gagnon
April 3, 2020
Steve and I are very sorry for your loss. Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers
Tom Peirce
April 3, 2020
Our sincere condolences go out to the family especially to Steve and Sheila McFarland they are good and dear friends and I can only imagine their sadness and I still recall the passing of my father nearly 35 years ago my mother back in 1957. Tom and Margie Peirce Fort Wayne.
RACHEL DRESSER
April 2, 2020
Steve and Sheila,
Jalen and I were sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I know you loved her and visited her often. We are thinking of you and missing seeing you.
Rachel and Jalen
April 2, 2020
Al and Barb, we are deeply sadden about the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful lady and always so sweet. A great role model for your girls. She will be missed by all who knew her. Thoughts and prayers to you and family.
Willie and Janie
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Ron and Kathy Dresser
April 1, 2020
Steve and Sheila, It was an honor to know your mom and count her as a friend and spiritual sister. We always looked forward to her coming to visit you and celebrate family occasions. I'll always cherish the times she sat in on our Tuesday morning Men's Bible Study. She was a woman that it can be said she truly had a life well lived.
Marjorie Dawson
April 1, 2020
What a Great Neighbor she was, always cheerful.
WILLIAM PLATT
April 1, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Nyla Cheyney
March 31, 2020
Steve and family, Sending my sympathy, thoughts, and prayers in the loss of your loved one! Memories of a life well lived will sustain you! In prayer, for God's love to uphold all of you.....
James Elliott
March 31, 2020
So sorry for the loss of your mother. I grew up in the neighborhood back behind you. God be with you Albert and Steve.
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