Gerald D. McFarlen of Great Falls, passed away on October 12, 2021. He was 74 years old. Jerry was born on August 9, 1947, to Naomi Veach and Kenneth McFarlen. He attended school in Great Falls and then entered the U.S. Navy, retiring after 22 years of service. He worked maintenance jobs at different businesses before retiring. He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and going for drives. Jerry is survived by his wife, Fran McFarlen; stepson, Cliff Buck of Havre; sister, Janet Zimmerman of Great Falls; brother, John (Karen) McFarlen of CO; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister Judy (Ron) Royland. A graveside service will take place on October 26, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery.