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John McFarland Obituary
McFarland Jr., John R. "Jack" age 74. Korean War Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Celia "Ceil" (nee Page), loving father of Bill, George (Rita) McFarland, Kathy (Joe) Gulli, Melanie Isit, John McFarland III, Rick (Janette) and Mark (Janet) Vecchi and Tricia McFarland, cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of many, dear brother of Geri (Harry) Wilkinson, Leona (Andy) Bailye, Evelyn (Bill) Bailye, Sheila (Jack) Walsh, Bob (Joyce) McFarland, Sandi (Tom) Domagala and Peggy McFarland and the late Phyllis McFarland, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of Local 710, Former employee of Advanced Transportation Company for 35 years. Visitation at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 South Harlem Ave., Worth, Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Lying in state at the First Baptist Church of Palos Hills, 11015 W. Eastwood Dr., Palos Hills, Thursday, October 4th, from 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. 708-448-6000. 
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Memories and Condolences
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April Bailye
October 4, 2007
Like everyone who knew him, I will miss Jack, but always will remember his goffiness and smile at the family reunions.
Andrew and Deanna Bailye
October 2, 2007
Jack will be fondly remembered and missed.
Sharn Panacchia
October 2, 2007
Dear Ceil and Family,
I am so sorry for your lose. Jack will be missed and was loved by all. I have so many fond memories of Jack when I was a little girl.
Love Sharon
Laura Viktora
October 2, 2007
I'll never forget Jack's big smile and warm heart. He will truely be missed!
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Dorothy K Bruno
October 2, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Jack's entire family. I am so sorry to hear of another loss. My heart goes out to all of you.
A long ago friend, Dorothy Bruno
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