BarbaraMACFARLANEPassed away peacefully after a short illness, in Derriford Hospital, aged 93 years. Widow of Alan Macfarlane, Mum of Andrew, Helen & David, mother-in-law of Lynne, Ian & Janni, granny of Nikki & Sara, Suzanna, Carolyn & James; Alec & Robyn, Adam & Kai, great-granny of Dominic, Rosie & Lola; Millie & Charlotte; and Alfred, Anastasia & Aurora. *** We are heartbroken to announce the death of Barbara Macfarlane – much loved wife, mum, granny and great-granny who lived for her family and was always there for them. A thoroughly modern woman who graduated from Cardiff University at a time when few women did, she went on to have a long and fulfilling career as a social worker. She was a very sociable lady who loved entertaining and being entertained. She also loved ballroom dancing, and watching Strictly, and in later life enjoyed line-dancing into her 70’s. She leaves behind 3 children, 9 grand-children and 8 great-grandchildren who will miss very much her quiet support, beautiful knitting, and her wisdom. *** Funeral Service to be held at Exeter Crematorium, Topsham Road EX2 6EU on Friday 27 May at 1.00pm. Followed by a social gathering for family and friends from 2.00pm at The Mill on the Exe, Bonhay Road EX4 3AB Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, made payable to Cancer Research UK may be left online at wcpltd.com or sent to Walter C. Parson, Crownhill PL6 5DY 01752 767676
