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Arnold Ernest
McFarland
Arnold Ernest McFarland, 96, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on
Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at the Brethren Retirement Community in
Greenville, Ohio.
He was born on February 25, 1924, in Dublin, Indiana, to the late James
and Emma (Sweet) McFarland.
In addition to his parents, Arnold was preceded in death by his wife,
Annie (Hancock) McFarland, whom he married June 8, 1947; four brothers;
and one sister.
Arnold served his country honorably in the United States Army, serving
in the European Theater during WWII as a 1st Lieutenant in the 80th
infantry division. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons for
more than 50 years, the AASR Valley of Dayton, and the American Legion.
He retired in April 1985 from Con-Rail after a 40-year career in the
railroad industry.
Arnold is survived by his four sons, Larry, Rodney, Dale and Bruce
McFarland; and his granddaughter, Megan McFarland.
Private burial, with military honors provided by the Greenville Honor
Guard, in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison, will be held at the
convenience of his family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143,
P.O. Box 44, Greenville, Ohio 45331.
Arnold's family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with his final
arrangements.
Online condolences may be left for Arnold's family by visiting www.Tributefuneralhomes.com
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