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JAMES MCFARLANE

JAMES MCFARLANE On August 8, 2012, at Seven Oaks Hospital, James McFarlane passed away peacefully. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. James is survived by daughters, Barb, Liz, Judy, Helen (Gerry), Connie and Cathy; grandchildren, Dylan (Tara), Jason, Jordan (Amber), Allison, Matthew, Stefanie, Johnathan, Justin, Christopher, Dolly, Anne, Danah and Darla; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Alyssa, Narin, Nevaeh and Nathaniel; sisters, Anna (Cliff, Dad's best buddy), Marian, Mary (John) and many nieces and nephews. James will also be remembered by Tim Antonius, John Maas, Wayne Seidler, John Johnston and Allan Pitchard. He was predeceased by his loving wife Anne; parents; brother, John and sister, Helen. Dad worked at the post office for 33 years as a postal courier. He had many hobbies such as computers, electronics, CB radios, crossword puzzles and gardening. Dad was always learning something new. The family would like to thank Seven Oaks Hospital and a special thank you to Bruce Lousley who did so much for Dad. Viewing will be on Tuesday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street at Inkster, followed by a Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in James's memory may be made to Salvation Army. We Love You Dad! Cropo Funeral Chapel 586-8044.

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on August 13, 2012

Guest Book(3 entries)

  • My father (Bill) was also a good friend with uncle Jimmy as I remember him too. My dad..who resides in Deer Lodge just recently spoke of Jim and his memories are of a very special dear old friend. My very deepest sympathies go out to his girls and their families...I am truly sorry for your loss
    - Posted by: Carol Danilow (Wentoniw) on: Aug 25, 2012
  • My dad and Uncle Jimmy which is what we knew him as worked together at the post office for a while and we lived in the same house for a while with the MCFARLANE family and my sister Liz and brother James played with Barb and Liz. He was a great friend to my dad George. I always remember uncle Jimmy as a very kind and funny man. My condolences on your loss.
    - Posted by: Joan Guirado (Hall) (Family friend) on: Aug 15, 2012
  • I worked with Jimmy for over 25 years at the Post Office. We had many good years and both our families grew up and lived in West Kildonan. So many fond memories and he was a very kind man and a great co-worker. Our sincere condolences go out to his entire family. Love the Jury Family !
    - Posted by: Mr. Marvin C. Jury (Co-Worker at Canada Post 1970-1995) on: Aug 14, 2012

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