Charles ìTimî McFarland, 86, of Hendersonville, passed away peacefully Monday morning at his residence following an extended illness. He was a native of Tyrone, PA and had been a resident of Henderson County for 22 years. He was a son of the late S. Carl and Ruth McFarland. He was also preceded in death by a son, Leslie; a sister, Lethian Baur; and brothers, Richard McFarland and S. Robert McFarland.
He was a veteran of the US Navy and served in WWII. He was a lifelong Methodist and was very active with Habitat for Humanity. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He was very active throughout his life and enjoyed all outdoor activities.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Norma McFarland; four nieces; one nephew; one great-niece; and seven great-nephews.
Local services will be private and a memorial service will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
We at Henderson County Habitat for Humanity remember Tim well. He always had a smile on his face and went about his work to help build homes for those in need here in Hendersonville. Well done good and faithful servant. Rest in Peace,
Glenn Richardson, President
Henderson County Habitat for Humanity.
We have been blessed by having you as our neighbor and friend. Norma, you have been a faithful caregiver of Tim during these last difficult years. Bill enjoyed playing tennis with Tim.
May God Bless and peace be with you
Uncle Tim was a wonderful man with a lead foot. Will always remember his great smile and crazy rides with him behind the wheel.
Love to all
Sally