Ray McFarland

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Ray E. McFarland, 81, of Raytown, Missouri (formerly of Kingsville) passed away on July 29, 2019. A visitation will be held at 10:00AM, on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at Belton Restoration Branch, 16630 S Mullen Rd, Belton, MO 64012. A service will follow beginning at 11:00AM.  Mr. McFarland was born on January 18, 1938 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ray graduated from Holden High School in 1956 where he participated in FFA and football. He was also a 4H leader in Woodworking 1 with the Helping Hands Chapter. On December 28, 1957 Ray married the love of his life, Sheila D. Kirkendoll and from this union they had four children. Ray was an elder at the Belton Restoration Branch and served as a missionary to England, Wales, Nepal, and Australia. Throughout his life he worked for Allis Chalmers of Independence, Missouri, Stahl’s Specialty Company of Kingsville, Missouri, and owned and operated McFarland Plumbing in Kingsville, Missouri. After Ray’s retirement, he went to work at Westlake Ace Hardware in Raytown, Missouri. During his time in Kingsville he served as the City Marshall, Water and Sewer Superintendent, and as a volunteer firefighter for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family while camping and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his parents Bryce and Lou Ella McFarland, sister Judith McFarland Prince, brother Robert McFarland, granddaughter Chelsea Marie McFarland, two nephews and one niece.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Sheila McFarland, children; Jeffrey (Vickie) McFarland, Deborah (Dean) Francy, Kathryn Purcell, and Roderick (Louie) Martirez y McFarland, 13 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, and 7 nieces.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Special Olympics.

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  1. Cindy Cuffage on July 31, 2019 at 12:50 pm

    Dear Kathy and family,

    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this s dinner fficult time.

    Always in light and love my friend.

    Cindy and Mike Cuffage



  2. Kim Johnson on July 31, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    Sheila. I am sorry for your loss. I know your love and faith will keep you strong.



  3. Rosemary Zelazek on July 31, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    Dear Sheila,

    You and your family are in my thoughts. Rosemary Z



  4. Barbara Gregory on July 31, 2019 at 1:51 pm

    Sorry to hear about uncle ray we love you all love Barbara and Krystal



  5. Donna Pettigrew on July 31, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    Sheila,
    I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Ray was such a good man.
    God be with you and yours during this time of great loss.
    Prayers for you all.



  6. Mary Ann Gray on July 31, 2019 at 3:00 pm

    I was so saddened to read about Ray’s passing. He lived a very full, good life I know it will be hard for Shelia and all the kids to go on without him to turn to. Just know you have a guardian angel watching over you now.



  7. Janet Claunch on July 31, 2019 at 3:09 pm

    My dear friend, so sorry to hear of Rays passing. You and you family are in my prayers. My goodness 61 years of marriage is certainly something to be proud of and your beautiful family Also. Matt God give u strength in the coming days. Sincerely Janet Claunch



  8. Cristina Higgins on July 31, 2019 at 3:17 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.



  9. Ron and Pam Richards on July 31, 2019 at 3:34 pm

    Debbie Francy,
    So sorry for the loss of you Dad! It sounds like he had a very fulfilling, blessed life. Prayers for you and your family.



  10. Linda D Pospisil on July 31, 2019 at 3:43 pm

    Dear Sheila, So sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. May God comfort you and your family and give you peace and joy knowing he is with Jesus.



  11. Carmen Lambert on July 31, 2019 at 4:03 pm

    Sheila, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Ray. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.



  12. linda benson on July 31, 2019 at 7:40 pm

    Sorry for your loss ,was a great man



  13. Jim Wright on July 31, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I worked with Ray at Stahl’s for a few years. He was a delightful man. My condolences to his entire family.



  14. Ruth Hirner on July 31, 2019 at 8:02 pm

    My Dear Family, I have such wonderful memories of times with your family. Ray did so much for so many. He will be missed.
    My prayers for all of you.
    Love, Ruth



  15. Jackie Goss on July 31, 2019 at 8:24 pm

    I am sorry to hear of Rays passing he was a good man .
    Sending prayers to family and friends.



  16. Marion Mecca on July 31, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    My dearest Sheila,
    I am so sorry for your loss with Ray’s passing. You left quite a legacy with all of the work you did together. Prayers are being lifted up for you.
    Love you my friend,
    Marion Mecca



  17. John Moody on July 31, 2019 at 9:16 pm

    I am saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sheila, and all the family.



  18. Barbara Tardy and Gevin Carson on July 31, 2019 at 10:11 pm

    So sorry for your loss.



  19. Lisa Boling on August 1, 2019 at 7:07 am

    Sheila, Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.



  20. David and Jan Iiams on August 1, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    Dear Sheila,
    I will miss Ray’s kind nature and gentle smile. He was always good to me and my family. His home going is a loss for us “until we meet again”.

    David, Jan Iiams
    Jill Iiams Presley
    Summer Iiams Ziggas



  21. Heather Butterfield on August 1, 2019 at 3:35 pm

    Dear Kathy,

    Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this time.



  22. Lisa Hemby on August 2, 2019 at 8:09 am

    Kathy,

    I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I loved hearing your stories of him. Thinking of you and your family during this time.

    Lisa Hemby



  23. Genie Stark on August 2, 2019 at 9:31 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss Sheila. You were truly partners.



  24. Wanda Nicol on August 3, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. He was a good man. My heart hurts for you and your family during this difficult time.



  25. Alice Seaman on August 4, 2019 at 5:48 pm

    Sheila, we are so sorry to hear about Ray. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.



  26. Jared Purcell on August 5, 2019 at 8:20 pm

    Mrs. McFarland, Kathy and Family,

    We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Sincerely,

    Jared, Brittany and Layla



  27. Susan and Randy Whitcomb on August 18, 2019 at 7:14 pm

    Shelia, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayer for comfort and Peace for you and your family.



  28. Frances andMike McKee on August 21, 2019 at 9:47 pm

    Sheila, I just read about Ray’s death. we are very sorry to hear about your loss, will keep you and your family in my prayers



  29. Darlene Watterson on August 23, 2019 at 7:52 pm

    I’m so sorry for you loss and the pain you all are feeling. I regret that I will not be able to attend the services tomorrow due to a prior commitment. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad time. I have so many fond memories of”the family on the other end of my block” for most of my life. I’ll never forget the time Ray stopped me and asked me why I was speeding and I told him, “I’m just carrying on the family tradition”. And he told me he would let my Dad know it came from the Watterson side. ???



  30. Kim (Murphy) Berry on August 25, 2019 at 4:54 pm

    In the circle of life, this portion comes to us all. But my goodness, few have left such a graceful impact!
    All of you are in our deepest thoughts.



  31. alev on January 22, 2021 at 4:53 pm

    sorry grandma it alev martirez y mcfarland i miss grandpa to



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