Ed McFarland
Obituary
McFarland, Edward L. "Ed," was born in Pittsburg, KS November 19, 1931 to Ernest H. and Glen (Coles) McFarland. He passed from this life Monday, March 17, 2008 at the age of 76.
He graduated from the University of Tulsa and was a distinguished graduate in the Air Force ROTC program. He was commissioned a second lieutenant in the year of his graduation. Among his active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve service, he served in flying positions in Germany and France and with the Air Guard in Tulsa. He retired from the Pentagon as Major General having served 35 years and was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, the highest Air Force peacetime award.
Along with his military service, Ed operated a real estate brokerage firm, specializing in commercial properties. He was active in the Tulsa Airport Authority for eight years, served as chairman of several Tulsa air shows, was named "Mr. Tulsa Aviation" in 1978 and was recognized for his contribution to aviation by the Tulsa Air and Space Museum.
He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, E. Marie and Todd Scribner and Anne McFarland; and, his grandson, Duncan McFarland Scribner.
A funeral service will be held 1:30 pm Monday at First Presbyterian Church with full military honors to follow at Memorial Park cemetery. A reception celebrating the lives of both Ed and Gloria will also be held on Tuesday following the service for Mrs. McFarland at the Bersen Center of First Presbyterian Church.
Donation address information:
The University of Tulsa, TURC Program 800 South Tucker Drive Tulsa, OK 74104 phone 918.631.2000
First Presbyterian Church, Music Fund 709 S Boston Ave Tulsa, OK 74119 phone 918.584.4701
Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 South Rockford Road Tulsa OK 74114 phone 918.749.7941
Tulsa Air & Space Museum 3398 N 74th East Ave Tulsa, OK 74115 (918) 834-9900
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Tributes & Memories
May the wind be to your back and the skies fair as you wing your way West Ed. We'll miss you old friend, but we'll always keep your memory near. Troy
Willis Troy Gray
Anne & E. Marie, Our prayers and thoughts are with you, we are so sorry for your losses. Courtney & Scott Erwin
Courtney & Scott Erwin
Ed was one of my all time best friends, from when he moved to Springfield with his parents, Glen and Mac. Later, when living a few years in Tulsa Virginia and I ,and our two daughters began a family friendship with Ed, Gloria, E. Marie and Anne. It's hard to believe Ed and Gloria are gone, but individually and as companions, they experienced a full and rewarding life, and will be missed.
Charlie Wingo
E.Marie and family, Please accept our deepest condolences at your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron and Jayne
Ron & Jayne Broughton
Ed and I were good friends since 1951 when we attented TU together and were fraternity brothers and ROTC cadets. Ed challenged me to become a pilot after my second only flight from their airport in Springfield. When Ed retired, I was promoted the same day to Major General and wore this stars. Many fond memories with your Dad. On training missions, I would fly over their airport and your grandmother would come outside and waive on our second pass over their house. I met you all when you lived on Utica and were probably 10 years old. God Bless you all. Love, Jack
Jack & Marilyn Lively
Jack & Marilyn Lively
Many fond memories of Ed during our grunnery training at Casper Wy.we were all young Fighter Pilots, flying our countries first operational Jet Fighter. Later we were Flying the F-86D, with our training being accomplished at Gulf Port Ms. In Jan. 1960 Ed, along with the other Tulsa Air National Plilots lost their Fighter Pilot jobs, and became Transport Pilots. Ed's flew through out the world for his training. Europe, Asia, Far-East, South America, almost any place on the earth. The flight crews always have a close relationship. Ed will always be remembered for his Profesional flying abilities, and his eagerness to accept additional duties. He will be missed by his fellow Air Guard Members. Farwell buddy.
Ed Hepner
I know this is a tough time for you, but you will be given strength. Please know you have friends that are here for you if you need us. With love, Norma
Norma Brewer