He is preceded by his parents, Albert Allen McFarlin and Birdie Mae McFarlin, brother, Howard A. McFarlin Sr.
Willie is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy B. McFarlin; two sisters, Jo Reaves VanHorn and Rosie Fairchild (Robert), brother, Charles McFarlin, of Texas, nephew, David Reaves who employed Willie at Southern Star Body Shop, niece, Cindy Reaves whom was always there to offer abundance of help, he also leaves behind nephews and nieces, Justin McFarlin (Chastity), Michelle McFarlin Tutor (Ethan), Chris Bachman, Angie Maestri, as well as numerous other nephews and nieces and other cousins, relatives and friends.
The family will have a Memorial Gathering and times will be posted as soon as they become available.