Remembering STFX's Dr. John "Packy" McFarland: A Tribute from AUS President and CEO Phil Currie

It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of former STFX Athletic Director Dr. John “Packy” McFarland. Packy was an integral part of the AUS (then AUAA) conference.

His leadership and wisdom in the early years of my time in this organization were invaluable.

Packy was a true gentlemen and lived his life with passion for student-athletes and their success.  

It was an honour to work with him and, more so, to be able to call him a friend.

I always appreciated that for many years after his retirement, Packy would drop off his famous fruit cake to the AUS office.

Deepest condolences to his family and all who had the pleasure to have known him. 

Phillip M. Currie
President and CEO
Atlantic University Sport