Obituary of KENNETH McFARLAND

Life Legacy Kenneth Raymond McFarland, 79, of Winamac, IN, passed away at 6:53 PM Saturday, June 25, 2016 at his residence in Winamac, IN surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 1, 1936, in Star City, IN, to Raymond and Garnett Fry McFarland. Kenneth married Alma Worley Moody on August 30, 1974 in Logansport, IN. Alma survives. Ken graduated from Star City High School. He joined the US Air Force in 1954 and served for four years. He became a radio relay repairman. He served two years in Japan. Ken loved his country and the town of Winamac and was a very patriotic man. He returned to the Winamac area following his release from the Air Force. Ken was employed as a type setter by the Pulaski County Democrat/Journal. After 12 years at the newspaper he became an electrician/lineman for the Town of Winamac. After 19 years as lineman Ken became town manager. He served in that capacity for 10 years. Ken was a volunteer fireman for many years. He served as Town Board President. Ken was a member of the VFW Post 1728 and American Legion Post 71 in Winamac. Ken enjoyed taking walks in the town park, playing golf and playing cards at the American Legion post. He also enjoyed meeting his friends for early morning coffee. Ken especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed by all. Survivors include: Alma Worley McFarland, Winamac, IN Wife Cheryle (Alan) Hack, Edwardsburg, MI Daughter Crystal (Brian) Scruggs, Greenfield, IN Daughter Colleen (Louis) Schulz, Fishers, IN Daughter Mickey McFarland, Greenfield, IN Son Pamela (Darrell) Scott, Lafayette, IN Daughter Bill Moody, New Albany, IN Son 13 grandchildren 12 great grandchildren Janet Covert, Lake Orion, MI Sister Melody (Tom) Kruger, Plymouth, IN Sister Bonnie (Maurice) Kopka, Francesville, IN Sister Mark (Beth) McFarland, Winamac, IN Brother Joyce (Dave) McFarland Bales Sister-in-law Preceded in death by: Raymond L. McFarland Father Garnett Fry McFarland Mother Karen Lowry Sister Michael McFarland Brother Funeral Services will be held at 10 AM EDT Friday, July 1, 2016, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Austin Putt officiating. Burial will take place in McKinley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winamac, IN. The VFW and American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Visitation will be from 2-8 PM EDT Thursday, June 30, 2016 at Frain Mortuary. Memorial Contributions may be given to American Cancer Society . Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac, IN.