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Matthew McFarland, 54, of Rushville, died Tuesday evening, August 8, 2017, at his residence.
Matthew was born in Connersville on June 9, 1963 to Dennis L. and Mona J. Harsh McFarland. He was a 1981 graduate of Connersville High School and a U.S. Army veteran stationed in Hawaii as a crew member with the Medivac helicopter. Matthew had been employed with KS Bearings in Greensburg and had also worked at Fowler Vending in Connersville. Matthew loved spending time with his family and was always joking. He was an avid Beatles fan and built military themed models in his leisure time.
Matthew is survived by his wife, the former Paula Inman whom he married July 9, 1994 in Rushville; his children and their spouses: Mica Mullis and Nathon of Sarasota, Florida, Jeremy Ball of Greensburg, Whitney Galloway and Jim, Wesley McFarland all of Rushville; Matthew Ferman, Christopher Ferman and Amanda, all of Monticello, Kentucky; his mother: Mona J. McFarland of Connersville; his siblings and their spouses: Michael R. McFarland and Melody; Melody D. Scott and Eric, all of Liberty; Diana L. Rowland, Denise J. Nobbe and Mark, all of Connersville; his grandchildren: Caitlyn Mullis, Nathon Mullis, Jr.; Johnathon Kuhn, Dillon Sizemore, Haley Galloway, Arie Galloway, Austin Meredith, Korrey Riddle; several nephews and nieces.
Matthew was preceded in death by his father and two brothers: Patrick D. and Dennis L. McFarland.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, Connersville, with Rev. James R. Orr officiating. Interment will follow in Everton Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Fayette County Veterans Council. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the McFarland family may be shared at www.ShowalterBlackwellLong.com:
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October 23, 2017
Haley Galloway
The Galloway Family
October 17, 2017
Haley Galloway
I remember when i would always come to his house and see him he would say come here and give your grandpa a hug and make him feel better. He would always go to Florida with us even though he didn't really want to. I love you grandpa Matt
August 23, 2017
jennifer horning
i always remember him joking around and laughing everytime I would see him. prayers and comfort to the family
August 15, 2017
Kathy Smith Holbert
Mona, Diane , Denise and family, my sympathy to you all. I am sorry to hear this.
August 14, 2017
E James
The Family of Marshall and Rheba McFarland
August 14, 2017
Jason Messer
Goodbye my friend
August 11, 2017
Greg Goodson
One could not express the loyalty and kindness Matthew brought to our 40+ year friendship. There are just no words. I will cherish the memories of the many concerts, fourth of Julys and the love of his family. I was always treated like a family member, including many Christmas mornings they allowed me to share. I love ya Matt. My heart hurts but your pain is gone. How one man could endure so much is amazing. A fine man.
August 10, 2017
Jeremy Snider
Jeremy snider an family ill never forget u Matthew love ya brother
August 10, 2017
Gwendolyn J. Messer
Love Joanie
August 9, 2017
John & Rose McFarland
We are so sorry for the loss of such a kind and beautiful soul. He will be sorely missed.
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