Georgia Belle McFarling

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Georgia Bell McFarling on May 30, 2020. After a lengthy and fruitful life, she peacefully left our world, to be at home with the Lord and her devoted husband, Herbert. The love and devotion that Georgia gave to our world was endless, and in her true self, she departed this earth on her terms. She leaves behind a legacy of joy, laughter, strength, and unwavering resiliency.

She leaves her memories to be cherished by her three children Nancy, John, Steve and their spouses John Flach, Bernadette, and Gloria. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, who knew her, lovingly as “Meme”. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends throughout the state of Texas.

She was born on January 4, 1918 in Panhandle, Texas to Sarah and George Wigham, Georgia Bell was the youngest of nine. In her youth, her beauty was undeniable She was a cheerleader in high school and the Belle of the Carson County fair in 1936. It was shortly after that she met Herbert W. McFarling. The couple was married in Amarillo on January 15, 1941. With her husband serving as a signal corps officer in the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II, she went to work in the Carson County Clerks office and then First National Bank of Panhandle until he returned from service.

The young couple moved to San Antonio, where the three children were born. In 1956, they relocated to Austin to raise their children and progress Herbert’s career with Texas Department of Public Safety. These early years were marked with service to the girl scouts, boy scouts and family life as a home maker, until the youngest, Steve, graduated from the University of Texas and left the home, 1980. By then, Georgia and Herbert had five grandchildren and began their retired life together, where they traveled across the country taking in the sights and frequenting the country’s national parks. As her husband was a former highway patrolman, rarely did their adventures involve air travel, they toured the country by car, naturally. With him behind the wheel, and her by his side they enjoyed a full and rich life together.

Upon her husband’s passing in 1986, Georgia assumed her role as family matriarch and became the anchor for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. With her maternal instinct and focus on her family, she remained in Austin such that those she cared most for, her family, would always have a place to call home. During this time of independence, she poured herself into her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She greeted everyone who visited her in the same manner, with a hug, a welcoming smile, and a warm meal. She blossomed in this season of independence, until she was no longer physically able. Reluctantly leaving her home in 2011, she moved to Marble Falls with her daughter, Nancy, and her husband John. Ultimately, Georgia moved to Johnson City until her passing.

The family is forever thankful for the love, joy, and laughter she shared through her long and fruitful life. She will be forever cherished by all who knew her. Her legacy and memories will live on in each of us for many years – in this way she will forever be with us.

The family would like to express their appreciation and gratitude towards the staff of LBJ Medical Center in Johnson City for their care and devotion to our beloved Georgia.

A visitation will be held on Friday, June 5th from 5pm to 7pm at Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home located at 1805 US Highway 281, Marble Falls, Texas. Services will be on Saturday June 6th at 10am at Clements Wilcox Funeral Home with Burial at Cook Walden Memorial Hills Cemetery in Pflugerville, Texas.

Flowers can be sent to Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at: www.clementswilcoxfuneralhome.com