Charles McFarlane, 35, had many interests

Charles King McFarlane, who had lived in Ridgefield 24 of his 35 years and had been active in scouting, died Thursday, Aug. 3, at his home after a long illness.
Mr. McFarlane was born on Nov. 27, 1964, in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of Zayne Joyce King McFarlane of Ridgefield and Charles Byrne McFarlane of Southbury. He lived with his family in Huntington, Long Island, before settling in Brookfield in 1970. In Brookfield he attended Center School, played with the local Little League team and was an active member of the Cub Scouts.
The family moved to Ridgefield in 1976, and Mr. McFarlane attended Ridgefield Public Schools where he developed and pursued many interests including trumpet, drums and horseback riding. He was an avid fishing enthusiast.
Mr. McFarlane took great pride in serving with Boy Scout Troop 26 where he mastered many skills and rose to the level of Senior Scout. He was also a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.
He graduated from Staples High School in Westport in 1986.
Besides his parents, he is survived by a sister, Maureen Elizabeth McFarlane of Stamford. A sister, Kathryn Ann McFarlane, died before him.
“He will be lovingly missed by many extended relatives,” said his mother.
The Rev. Victoria Miller, associate rector, conducted services Tuesday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Contributions in Mr. McFarlane’s memory may be made to the United Leukodystrophy Foundation, 2304 Highland Dr., Sycamore, IL 60178.
The Kane Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.