It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mrs. Dorothy Velma McFarland of Sussex. Dorothy passed away at the Saint John Regional Hospital on November 4th, 2013 at the age of 89. Dorothy was the wife of the late Alexander McFarland who passed away in 1979. Dorothy was born on September 30th, 1924 in Markhamville. Dorothy worked hard throughout her life. She worked at Fred's and at the IGA as a baker for over twenty years up to her retirement. Dorothy loved to bake and was a wonderful cook. She loved to feed people and always did it with a smile on her face. She also enjoyed quilting and passing on her finished quilts to her family. Family was everything to Dorothy and she was so proud of her children and grandchildren. She looked forward to their visits and hearing what was happening in their lives.She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Eileen Plume and her husband Robert of Saint John and her son Andy and his wife Audrey of Sussex Corner; her grandchildren: Kimberly Rankin (John), Marcie McCarthy (Chris), Greg Plume, Michael (Trina), Melissa, Shawn (Sonya) and Amy; great grandchildren: Alex, Vicki, Josh, Jeremy, Aric, Bailey, Anthony, Nicholas, Violet and Alexus. Dorothy was predeceased by her grandson William. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, NB (506) 433-1176 where visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 6th from 2-4 and 6-8pm. A Celebration of Dorothy's life will be held on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 at 11:00am from St. Mark's Anglican Church. Interment will take place in Trinity Cemetery. If you are considering making a donation, the family has recommended St. Mark's Anglican Church or the charity of your choice. www.wallacefuneralhome.com