Eugene McFaddin

1928-2012

Gene was born September 14, 1928 to Tomie and Emmaline (Robinson) McFaddin in Paintsville, KY.

He attended Johnson County Schools.

Gene served his country in the Army from 1947-1950 and was in the Army reserves from 1950-1953.

Gene worked at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton OH from 1951 until his retirement in 1983. He was a Production Controller in Civil Engineering. He worked a total of 36 years in Federal Service.

Gene is survived by his beloved wife, Doris (Wells) McFaddin. They were married in 1948 in Paintsville KY and were together 63 wonderful years.

Gene is also survived by one son, Vincent E. McFaddin (Karen), granddaughter Kristen Wallace, and 2 great-grandsons Isaiah and Elijah Wallace, all of Sammamish, WA.

In addition, he is survived by his sisters Patsy (Hagar) Caudill of Paintsville, KY and Frances (John) Arnold of Springfield, OH as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Tom and sister-in-law Eloise McFaddin of Springfield, OH.

Gene was devoted to his family and friends. He loved the Lord Jesus whom he accepted as his Savior in 1980. He was always ready to share the love of Jesus with others.

After retirement, Gene was able to devote more time to travel, visiting England, The Netherlands, Italy, Belgium and other European countries.

Gene lived in Springfield, OH for 40 years, and then moved to Sequim, WA in 1990 where he enjoyed the great outdoors.

After battling Alzheimer’s Disease for 10 years, Gene went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 09, 2012.

Gene will be remembered for his generous heart, big smile and indomitable spirit.

A memorial service will be held at Sequim Bible Church on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 11:00AM with reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association to continue the battle against this insidious disease.