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MCFARLAND: Keith of Lucan

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MCFARLAND: Keith of Lucan

August 29, 1953 – November 29, 2023

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 of Lucan, at the age of 70. Loving husband of Kathy (Kropf) McFarland for over 46 years. Proud dad of Shallon and Willy Partridge, and Aaron McFarland and Terra Maxey. Cherished grandpa of Jakob, and Sydnee; Alex Maxey (Emily). Dear brother of Jane Scott, and Bill McFarland. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and the entire Kropf family. Predeceased by his brother Bob McFarland, and his brother-in-law Bob Scott.

Keith did not live his life to arrive at the gravesite safely in a well-preserved body, but rather to slide in sideways, totally worn out, shouting….HOLY CRAP….WHAT A RIDE!!!!!

A private family graveside will be held at St. John’s Cemetery, Arva.

Donations to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 540 (Lucan Legion) would be appreciated by the family.

Condolence Messages

  2. Larry & Lois (Brunskill) Wood

    So Sorry to hear Keith has passed away. We have so many fond & fun memories of Keith when we lived in Arva & went to high school together. He was a good friend of my brothers.
    Our thoughts & prayers are with his Family.

  3. Steve Scott

    Steve Scott and family wish to offer their sincere condolences to the whole McFarland family at this difficult time.

  4. Jean Bennett

    So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Sincere condolences to you and your family Kathy.
    Jean and Bill Bennett

  6. Township of Lucan Biddulph

    On behalf of the Township of Lucan Biddulph Staff & Council, please accept our deepest sympathies. We are all thinking of you and your family during this time.

  7. Trudgen family

    Dear Kathy, Shallon and Willy and family, we were saddened to read of your loss! We knew Keith as a young man, he was a great friend of Paul’s brother, Brad. Keith was a character and we always enjoyed when we had a chance to visit with him. Thinking of you with love and prayers, Paul and Jo Trudgen.

  8. Joan Watson

    Dear Kathy,

    It’s been a while since we last saw each other Kathy but I am so sorry to hear about Keith’s passing. I’m thinking of you and your family.

    Joan Watson

  9. Dave and Linda Smith

    Kathy, Shallon, Aaron and family members
    Sad to hear about Keith’s passing. He certainly enjoyed life. Keep those memories close.
    Hugs and prayers to all of you.

  11. George and Janice Dauncey

    Kathy and family
    Our sincere condolences on Keith’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time
    George and Janice Dauncey

  12. George Marr

    Please accept our deepest condolences from the Marr family. Keith was a friend we will miss.

    George and Carin

  13. Jackie Stalker

    Kathy, I’m so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family.

  14. Jeanett Wood

    Kathy and family
    So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Jeanett and George Wood

  16. Pat & Cora Ryan

    Kathy and family, so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  17. Glen and Linda Finch

    Kathy and Family
    We are so sorry for your loss of Keith.
    He always had a smile😊
    May all your great memories help you all through this difficult time.

  18. Stephen and Wendy Carter

    Kathy and girls we were so saddened to hear of Keith’s passing . We had a lot of laughs in our younger years . He alway made me smile . Our thoughts are with you all . Hugs

  20. Gord Worrall

    My sincere sympathies to Kathy and all of Keith’s family and friends. I attended school with Keith, and I used to enjoy chatting with him whenever our paths crossed when I lived in Lucan. My thoughts are with you.

  21. Rick Thomas

    Hi Kate I’m sorry to hear about your lost. Rick Thomas I have some good memories of Kieth and you and family. I wish you and your family the best in the coming years. Rick and Lisa Thunder Bay

  24. Sean Brennan

    You will be missed my dear friend. And you certainly slid in sideways. You did it your way. Love to all he touched.

  27. Anne and Pete Dawson

    Kathy we are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. We remember him well from his days at the arena. And I remember the outside aviary he built. Talented in many ways.

  28. Reg and Joan Crawford

    Kathy and Family. So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Hold each other tight for some measure of comfort.

  29. Don and Diane Williams

    Kathy, Shallon and Aaron
    We are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. We know he will be deeply missed by your entire family. Please know we are thinking of you during this sad time in your lives

  30. Ray & Sue Heffernan

    Our Deepest Sympathy Kathy & Family on Keith’s passing, our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

  31. Tammy MacDonald

    Kathy, Shallon and Aaron, my condolences to you all for the loss of Keith. So many fun memories of him with all of you on Market St. in Lucan when we were younger. He will be surely missed. Take care of each other. Sending all my love to all of you. 💖 Tammy MacDonald

  32. Brenda and Fred Smith

    Kathy and Girls
    So sorry for your loss he was a great guy always working hard
    Always keep the good times close to your hearts
    Hugs

  33. Alanna Hosking

    Kathy and Family,
    Sorry to hear about Keith’s passing.
    Our sincere condolences.
    Keith lived life to the fullest.
    Alanna and Steve Hosking

  34. Pete, Jackie & Tracey Martens

    Kathy and family
    Please accept our condolences at this time and know that you are in our thought and prayers. He will truly be remembered as “the man from the arena”.

  35. Heather Nunns

    Kathy,
    So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our conversations were always fun. He definitely enjoyed teasing me and taught me to give it right back! Hardly anyone could think back to their party days in Lucan and not include Keith in their memories! Sending warm hugs to you Kathy ~ Heather Nunns

  36. Tiffany Chisholm

    Shallon, Willy, Jakob, Sydnee, Aaron and Terra. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Sending love. Tiffany, Eric and Aaron

  37. Paul Smith

    Kathy and family,

    I was shocked and saddened to hear this news. I just had an amazing chat with him a short while ago at the post office. Keithster was an amazing character with great humor and a great story teller. I will forever hold my memories of him at the arena with me. Thinking of you all through this, he loved his family and spoke of you all the time. So sorry for this loss.

  39. Wayne & Julie Pryce

    Kathy, Shallon, Aaron & Families

    We are so sad to hear the loss of such a wonderful neighbor. Emily enjoyed working with Keith during her years at the arena, he was always so helpful. He will be missed so much. Thinking of all of you.

    Wayne, Julie
    Dylan, Emily

  40. Kim Bowman

    Dear Kathy and family
    My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Keith.
    May your happy memories carry you through the dark days.

  41. Jean Deluce

    I was very sad to hear about Keith. He was always a good, kind
    neighbor and very helpful. He will be missed by many.
    I give my sincere condolences Kathy and family.

  42. Tiffany White

    Kathy & Family,

    I’m so sorry to hear about Keith, he was always smiling and joking around. Thinking of you and your family during this time.

  44. Shawn and Gail Hey

    A heartfelt condolence sent to the McFarland family as we are so sorry for your loss.
    In our prayers at this time and may you find comfort in each other.

    Shawn & Gail Hey (nee Maxey)

  46. April Boersma

    Kathy, Shallon & Aaron
    Saddened to hear of Keith’s passing.
    Lots of great memories of your dad when we were young.
    My heartfelt condolences to each of you & your families

  47. Wayne & Kerry Higman

    We were taken aback and terribly sad to learn that Keith passed away. Kathy, Shallon, Erin and your families….please accept our most profound condolences for your loss. We had some great times together as neighbours years ago, …tons of laughs that we’ve spoken about to others over the years. Keith was always up for anything, but boy, he was also always around to help when needed. He will sure be missed by all who knew him. Take care of each other, sending our love.

  48. JoDee Robertson

    Shallon, Aaron & families,
    Very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad/grandpa. Our sympathies to you all. Hugs. JoDee & Chuck

  49. Joe and Jenna Dobbie

    Kathy and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. The jingle of those keys at the arena and his quick whit will always be a memory for us.

  50. Kim Hatton

    Kathy and family.
    My deepest sympathies on Keith’s passing. He was one of the good guys. Always willing to give a hand and to help anyone out. We had many great years working together. RIP Keith
    Yours. Kimmie (only for the arena guys.)

  52. Alex and Debbie Hyde

    Dear Kathy and family,
    We are saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. May you find comfort with the many memories held in your hearts and the Lord’s peace be with you.
    In sympathy

  53. Phyllis and Dave Fidler

    We are so sorry Shallon and Willie, Aaron and Terra. We know how difficult this is and are here if you need us 🫂. Phyllis and Dave

  54. Tom & Mary Ann McLaughlin

    Kathy and family

    So sorry to hear Keith’s passing – thinking of you during this difficult time.

  55. Bobbi Vandeworp

    Shallon, Aaron and Family,

    I’m so sorry to hear about your Dad. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

  56. Larry Johns

    Hi Cathy so sorry to here of Keith’s passing he looked fine the last time I saw him at the post office so this is a shock to a great neighbor and fond memories Larry Johns

  58. Liz Hodgins & Alan Gates

    Kathy, so sad to hear of Keith’s passing.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Keep your memories close to help you through the difficult times.

  60. Cathy and Bruce Cornish

    Dear Kathy and family
    We are so sorry for your loss. We always remembered Keith’s big smile and he was as friendly as ever. Please know that we are thinking of you in this difficult time❤️

  61. Wayne Hall

    Kathy & Family, I was shocked to hear of Keith’s passing. I am very sorry of your loss. May the many memories ease your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  62. Jim and Helen Hearn

    Our deepest sympathy to all of Keith’s loved ones. We were saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. We have fond memories of him from all our time spent at the arena. Keith will be able to see from above that our clock is still working.
    Jim and Helen

  64. B Coughlin

    Kathy, so sad to hear of Keith’s passing, it will be a big change for you and your girls.
    Sincerely Barb Coughlin

  65. Brenda and Gord Moon

    Dear Kathy and family,
    So very sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. I know he’s had a rough time for the past while.
    Our sincere condolences go out to you.

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