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Wayne McFarlane Obituary
HELENA - Wayne Patrick McFarlane, of Helena, beloved son of Nancy and Don McFarlane, died Sunday, May 13, 2007, due to a traffic accident.
The third child of four, Wayne was born to Don and Nancy on Sept. 3, 1983, in Conrad.
Wayne attended school in Great Falls, Roundup and Deer Lodge while growing up. He graduated from Powell County High School in Deer Lodge in 2001. He attended Montana State University in Bozeman and graduated in 2005 with a bachelor of science degree in cell biology and neural science.
While attending high school, Wayne worked at McDonald's in Deer Lodge. He then worked at Corixa in Hamilton for two summers while attending college and was also a resident adviser and assistant resident director at Montana State University-Bozeman. He also worked at Home Depot in Bozeman and Helena before going to Shodair Children's Hospital in preparation for future schooling. Wayne was employed as a mental health technician at Shodair. He enjoyed working with the staff and children there and was planning on becoming a pediatrician some day.
Wayne was an avid Dallas Cowboys and Cats fan. He loved to go into the outdoors and target shooting. Every time Wayne wanted to buy or get into something he would spend months researching the subject before making a decision. He was considerate of others and loved life. He brought fun and joy into the lives of all those he met.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Nick Patch, and uncle, Dan Patch.
He is survived by his parents, Don and Nancy; sister, Stephanie of Helena; brothers, Stuart who is in the Navy aboard the USS John C. Stennis and Scott of Bozeman; grandparents, Wayne and Joanne McFarlane of Boulder, and Dorothy Moore of Hume, Mo.; three nephews; one niece; and two Godchildren.
Wayne will be greatly missed by all.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 18, in Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 120 W. Riggs, East Helena. Cremation has taken place. Family prefers memorials in Wayne's name to that of donor's choice. Local arrangements have been entrusted to Hagler-Anderson Mortuary.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne McFarlane
Meg Baeth-Brison
June 5, 2007
Wayne, I have always adored and loved you since the very first day we met. And now, I will miss you forever...
Kimber Hollar
May 23, 2007
Wayne was one of the most genuine guys ever! I knew him as a fellow RA. He always put his everything into whatever interested him. He will be greatly missed in more ways than we can comprehend. My prayers are with his family~
Jim Bone
May 22, 2007
Our prayers are with you all during this time of loss. We love and miss you all.
Jim, Carole, Christian, Clara Bone
son of Clara Maxine McFarlane
Albert Cutler
May 20, 2007
Wayne was one of the good guys, and he comes from a great family. At least there is comfort knowing he's in a better place.
bob&ada stone june wallace
May 18, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Joshua & Jessica Arlint
May 18, 2007
Wayne is truly leaving a legacy. He was a very generous person in nature and one of the friendliest guys I knew.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathy and Ray Pascoe
May 18, 2007
Don, Nancy and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most tragic time
Moira McNichols-Drake
May 18, 2007
Dear Wayne,
It was my pleasure to train and work with you at Shodair. The halls there are a little dimmer and quieter without you. You are greatly missed, my friend.
Peace to your family in this time.
Amber Kaleva-Magoai
May 17, 2007
Wayne you were taken way before your time. You were a great person and will be greatly missed by all. You touched me in so many ways. I will always love you and think about you always. To Don and Nancy: May the memories you have get you through this tough time and stay with you forever. Love never dies Wayne will always love you, just like you will always love him. God Bless!!
Mandy McIntosh
May 17, 2007
Wayne was the best of friends to me through some tough times. He always knew exactly what to say to make me laugh, even when I was living 2000 miles away. We were good for each other, in that way. I used to joke he was my soulmate :). McFarlane family, you remain in my thoughts and prayers, and I plan to visit often. I don't know what else to say...and for an English major to be out of words, well, I guess that says something.
Courtney
May 17, 2007
Wayne you are such a great guy. You are greatly missed, i can't wait until i get to see you again someday soon. Luv ya!
Mary Harrington
May 17, 2007
My heart goes out to Wayne's family for having to go through this tragic loss. Wayne was wonderful with the children at Shodair and made friends with all the staff. He is greatly missed by all.
Janet Li
May 17, 2007
Wayne, you'll be greatly missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
Travis Tipton
May 17, 2007
Wayne was an ordinary young man with an extraordinary heart. He was selfless, kind, and giving. Taken well before his time, he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Kathy Estes
May 17, 2007
Don,Nancy and family:
My heart goes out to you. My prayers are with you in your time of loss. May God be with you.
My deepest sympathies.
Karli Koutnik
May 17, 2007
Wayne was such a great guy. He was genuine in his efforts to help the children at shodair- and that was apparent every time I worked with him. He was always able to make a tense time a little easier. I will greatly miss his caring spirit and the hard work that he contributed. I am extremely sorry for your loss.
Kris Kloeckner
May 17, 2007
Wayne,
Hey man, we've known each other for what now....11 years. It was for sure a hell of a ride. I find myself thinking of all the fun times we had and the great memories of our freshman year of college...those were for sure the times. I'll always remember ya bud, and everytime I shoot my sig i'm for damn sure gonna think about ya. Have an awesome ride up in the big place man, you'll always be remembered down here. Love ya!
anonymous
May 17, 2007
Sail On Sail On Silver Moon
Alishia Hoppe
May 17, 2007
Wayne, you were such a wonderful and amazing person. I can't believe that you were taken away so soon. You have touched so many lives. You will be missed dearly
Angella Barngrover
May 17, 2007
Wayne,
I only met you briefly since being employed at Shodair. I enjoyed working with you in the classroom. You had an attrative gentle way with the kids. We miss you. My husband gives his condolences as well even though he did not meet you. To your parents, take courage...God is in control.
rodney sturgill
May 17, 2007
it was an honor to work with Wayene at shodair i will truly miss him
Barb McConkey-Riley
May 17, 2007
Nancy, Don and Family:
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to treasure always.
God Bless,
West Mont Susan Pesta
May 17, 2007
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Heather Copenhaver
May 17, 2007
When I heard the news I couldn't beleive it. I just saw you 12 hours earlier. The news took my breath away. I will miss you at work you were good at what you did.I am so glad to have meet you.I will miss you dearly.
ken nolan
May 17, 2007
Wayne was a great man with so much ahead of him. He truly had wisdom beyond his years. I always enjoyed talking to him and will never forget him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and those who would have been helped by him in the future.
Mary, Kent, Andrea, & Craig Lorenz
May 17, 2007
We miss Wayne already. He was a wonderful young man and we feel lucky to have shared in his life. Our deepest sympathies.
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