William F. Mcfarland

William F. (Bill) McFarland, age 88 of Tinley Park, IL peacefully passed away in his home on May 12, 2025. Bill was born on November 18, 1936 at Mercy Hospital in Chicago, IL to Terrence and Pauline McFarland.

Bill served his country as a United States Marine.  He had a long career as an Illinois State Trooper initially with the Canine Unit and later providing executive security to two Illinois Governors and a Secretary of State.

Bill was a die-hard Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan and a dedicated Chicago Bears fan and season ticket holder since 1965.

He loved to cook and always shared his famous barbeque sauce, smoked salmon, homemade pickles or salsa at every gathering.  He was generous and never came anywhere empty-handed. He liked spoiling his loved ones with Christmas gifts, homemade cakes, fresh vegetables from his garden and cards written in his own hand-lettered calligraphy.  He was also quick to offer help with a home repair project He loved all kinds of music from Ray Conniff to the Bee Gees. Maybe that's why he was such a great dancer..

We will remember him for his generous spirit, hard work, and sense of humor.

Bill is survived by his children: Jim (Triena) McFarland, Christopher McFarland, Mary Beth (Bob) Hogan and grandfather to Walter, Cecilia and Henry Hogan and extended family and friends.   He is preceded in death by his sister June Blankemeier, Scottsdale, AZ

Please join us in celebrating his life on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m, with a 4pm Memorial Service at Tews-Ryan Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy. Homewood, IL For additional information contact tews-ryanfh.com or call 708-798-5300.