James “J.C.” McFarland, 62, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center, in Somerset. Born on August 19, 1958 in Hammond, Indiana, he was the son of Chesley “Pete” and Lofie Gosser McFarland.
J.C. grew up helping his father build barns. He raised tobacco for many years. J.C. was certified electrician. Throughout his career, he worked at Fruit of the Loom, Superior Battery, and Tantus Tobacco and Stephens Pipe and Steel.
J.C. was a jack of all trades who enjoyed tinkering and fixing things. He loved spending time with his family and fishing, especially with his fishing buddy, Arielle. He was a faithful member of Pine Grove United Baptist Church and enjoyed singing and picking the guitar.
SURVIVORS:
Wife of 44 years: Diana Johnson McFarland
1 son: Joey (Jenna) McFarland of Russell Springs
Mother: Lofie McFarland of Russell Springs
1 sister: Joyce (Alan) Voils of Russell Springs
A granddaughter: Arielle Burton of Russell Springs
Several nieces and nephews
J.C. was preceded in death by his father, Pete McFarland; and a daughter, Kristi Dawn Burton.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 12:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Gosser and Bro. Alan Voils officiating
Burial: Pine Grove Cemetery
Visitation: 5:00pm-8:00pmCT on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home
Social distancing guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings are required.
James J.C. McFarland’s arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.
An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
