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Helen Louise (Boyce) McFarland

Date of Death: July 10, 2018

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Visitation
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Sunday 7/15, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Monday 7/16, 2:00 pm

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Cemetery
Location Not Available
Monday 7/16

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, Virginia 22602

Helen Louise (Boyce) McFarland, 73, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at University of Virginia Hospital.

Mrs. McFarland was born in 1945 in Winchester, Virginia, the daughter of the late Branson and Twilby Boyce. She was a homemaker, dedicating her life to her family. Mrs. McFarland was always in charge of Thanksgiving, when the family gathered together to enjoy good food and unforgettable family time….they always looked forward to her famous pumpkin rolls. She enjoyed playing Bingo, watching professional wrestling, and never missed General Hospital. A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister that will be sorely missed.

Her husband, James Lee “Jimmy” McFarland, Sr., whom she married on May 8, 1963 in Winchester, Virginia, preceded her in death in 2016.

Surviving are daughters, Angie Smith (David) of Stephens City, Virginia, Sherry Whitlock (Roger) and Jaime Pingley (Jy) both of Winchester, Virginia, Lori Hyre (John) of Martinsburg, West Virginia; son, James “Jimbo” McFarland, Jr. (Becky) of Gerrardstown, West Virginia; grandchildren, Michael Edwards, II, Kelly Ransom, James Lee McFarland, III, Katie Smith, Alex and Adam Hyre, Jaleia Nelson, and Amari Nelson; great-grandchildren, Maddisen and Paxton Lahr, Jaxson and Kennedy Ransom; sisters, Betty Kerns, Gloria Jenkins (Harold), and Debbie McFarland (Danny) all of Winchester, Virginia, Jane Estes of Front Royal, Virginia, Sarah Ramey (David) of Rixeyville, Virginia, and Bonnie Clark of Inwood, West Virginia.

Along with her parents and husband, Jimmy, she was preceded in death by sisters, Mary Hillyard, Alice Plum, Patsy Braithwaite; and brothers, Lawrence and Paul Boyce.

A gathering of friends and family will be from 6 pm to 8 pm on Sunday at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2 pm on Monday at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel with Reverend Steve Melester officiating. Entombment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum, Winchester, Virginia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Edwards, II, James Lee McFarland, III, Alex Hyre, Adam Hyre, Kelly Ransom, and Katie Smith.

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Visitation
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Map
Sunday 7/15, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Map
Monday 7/16, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Location Not Available
Monday 7/16

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, Virginia 22602

Helen Louise (Boyce) McFarland, 73, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at University of Virginia Hospital. Mrs. McFarland was born in 1945 in Winchester, Virginia, the daughter of the late Branson and Twilby Boyce. She was a homemaker, dedicating her life to her family. Mrs. McFarland was always in charge ofContinue Reading

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Frances Clark left a message on July 15, 2018:
She was a very sweet lady, well loved by everyone. I know she will be deeply missed. I enjoyed going places with her and my wonderful daughter-in-law Bonnie. God called another angel home.
Judy Clark left a message on July 15, 2018:
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the family.
Betty Spaid left a message on July 13, 2018:
Angie, Sherry and all. So sorry for your loss. Marsha told me about this yesterday at work or I would not have known. Keep all the memories and don't forget all the good times that you all shared. You are in my prayers.
Carla & Tom Lettis left a message on July 13, 2018:
Take comfort knowing she is back in his arms, prayers of comfort for the whole family, hold tight to the memories created and know she will always be smiling down and watching over you all!????
Angie left a message on July 12, 2018:
Love an miss you Mama give Dad a big kiss an hug for me???
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Brenda Ramey left a message on July 12, 2018:
Mike and I are so very sorry for your loss. Your mother (grandmother, great grandmother) was an amazing woman to a beautiful family. Hold your memories close and each other closer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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