McLean; Robert Wm., 95, of North Brookfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully in North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia on Friday, March 20, 2020.
Born in North Brookfield, Robert was a son of the late William and Maude (Freeman) McLean.
Robert served in the Second World War with the Military Police. Following the war, he returned home where he ran his own farm, worked in the woods and ran heavy equipment. He was a member of Mersey Branch #38, Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool and a former member of A.L.Patterson Branch, #87, Caledonia.
He is survived by his sons Jim McLean (Katrina Ross) and Bobby (Christine) McLean, both of North Brookfield and Donald (Nadine) McLean of London, ON. Grandchildren Billy McLean, Thomas (Melissa) McLean, Christopher McLean, Isobelle McLean, Shayna and Benjie Ross. Great grandchildren Gibson McLean, Bentley and Greyson Ross. His sister Elizabeth (Charles) Richardson of Brooklyn.
Besides his parents, Robert was predeceased by his beloved wife Barbara and his half brother Harry Farncombe.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Rosette Cemetery. Pastor Douglas Mailman officiating. No flowers by request, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
Robert’s family would like to thank the staff of North Queens Nursing Home for their excellent and compassionate care shown to Robert during his stay.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, those attending this service are asked to bring their own mask, practice social distancing when possible and provide the funeral staff with contact information.
To see a recording of Robert’s funeral service, please click this link.
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Carla Smart
Sending hugs.
Carla and Cass
Enid MacKay
Elizabeth
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss
Enid M.
Cathy merry
So sorry to hear of Roberts passing had great talks with him when I worked at North queens nursing home He was so faithful every day coming to have lunch with Barbara .Hoping he is with her now Rip .
Rev. Vic Adams
I’m very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed many visits with Robert when I was his pastor and I remember buying beef from him many years before that. I appreciated his kind and gentle ways. I remember listening to his recollections of the time he spent overseas in World War II. He was a fine gentleman.
Rev Dr Doug Mailman
So sorry for your loss. Robert was more than a neighbor for 30 years him Barbara and the rest of the McLeans were and are still like family to Debbie and I. My visits to North Queens will not be the same without visits with Robert
Thank you for your service to our country and for bring such a wonderful friend and neighbor
Doug Winters
Dear Elizabeth, Charles and family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your brother.
Sincerely,
Dot and Doug
Dwight and Louise
To the children and sister of Roberts .Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Dad. He will always be remembered as a hard working, honest, and respectable man and a great father, My thoughts are with you and your family.
Beth Quesnel
I met Robert only a couple of times but feel a connection to him, and the family and the farm, because my Mom spoke so often about where Grandma Shaw was raised. I am thankful to have visited when I was attending Dalhousie, and a couple of times since, now I keep in touch with Elizabeth and Cathy.
Sending sympathy to the family from cousin Beth in Prince George, BC.
Dennis and Sharon Wills
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all the families and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dennis and Sharon Wills
Jennifer Frail
Jennifer and Pat Frail and Family
To all of Roberts Family please accept our deepest condolences Robert was a very kind gentle soul who will be missed by so many cherish all the wonderful memories. Robert you are now with the love of your life and I’m certain you are both watching over all your dearest love ones. Rest Easy My Dear Friend
Alan Hirtle
I met Robert many years ago when we were both in the trucking business. He quickly became a good friend . Although I have not seen him very often in recent years I have cherished that friendship very much. Robert was a good man and I am sure he will be greatly missed by his family and community. My thoughts and prayers are with his family through this saddened time. Another good man called home. rest in Peace my friend
scottwamboldt
Sorry to hear about Roberts passing,a quiet, nice guy.He can now be with Barb and be happy.
Linda frail
So sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. He was a very kind and gentle man.
Jeannette Lewis
My thoughts and prayers go out to Roberts Family.He was a special man always knew you and always had that smile.He will be missed by all who knew him .
Sandra and joey nass
Sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. He will certainly missed. Keep those memories close, thinking of you all.
Arthue Conrad
To Roberts Family,so sorry to hear of Roberts passing he was a very kind man always had a kind word for everyone he met,he will be mised by all who knew him,R.I.P.Robert,Arthur & Patsy
Lynn Murray
Hold your memories close,I was so proud to get to know Robert over the years as one of his caregivers.We will miss this humble man.I felt honored to get know him But I know he can breath easy now. God Bless You all take care
Bob & Hazel Mansfield
So sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. He was a kind and gentle man I have known from childhood. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. May God bless you.
Carol Smith
To Roberts Family
My deepest condolences at this sad time. You could not find a finer person than Robert if you looked over the whole earth.. We were blessed to have Robert and his family as neighbours for 13 years. May God bring you comfort and peace in this sad time.
Carol Smith
Patricia Selig
I am sorry to hear of your loss, and my sympathies and best wishes go to you at this time.
kenny veinot
Robert was a great man. During my fathers stay at NQNH.Robert would help my father eat his meals at times when my father was having difficulties. His generosity and kindness will never be forgotten by our family. When we visited Dad my mother often brought Robert a date square from Memories Cafe in which he enjoyed greatly :)…
Matthew Smith and family
Very sad to hear of Roberts passing. Growing up next door he was always very kind and welcoming. When I returned 20 years later to the area – it was like I hadn’t left. He seemed timeless to me. I always looked forward to seeing him every Remembrance Day service- a very humble hero. He will be missed by the entire community. My condolences to the family.
Myrna Crouse
To Robert’s family!
My heart goes out to you folks as you lost a wonderful Dad, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He was always soft spoken and loved you all very much. In years gone by I don’t think he missed to many Sunday’s coming to church and continued to support it when he couldn’t be there. I will always remember the little twinkle he had in his eye and he loved his Lord very much. Now he has gone to be with Him and with your Mom and I’m sure, just by reading, they are in a beautiful spot. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. May God be with you all.
Jordan Oickle
So sorry for your loss. R.I.P. Robert
Donna & Wade Oickle
We’re so very sorry to hear of Mr. McLean’s passing. He was a very sweet man. Our love and hugs to his family
Gary and Toddy Mansfield
We are so sorry for your loss . Will miss seeing his smiles when at the NQNH . Thankful for his service in WW II
Marilyn Woodworth, Murray Frank
So sorry to hear of Robert’s passing…He was a very nice gentleman,
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Elizabeth, We were so sorry to learn of Roberts passing. He was a great and gentle man. Vernon truly enjoyed talking with him. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all his family. They were his life. He is at peace with Barbara now. Special Blessings to Elizabeth and Charles.
Kathy Rawding
Condolences to all the family, will miss seeing him at N Q N Home. RIP Robert.
Judi and Bill
I know Robert talked of being ready to go but he will be terribly missed at the Nursing Home. He was such a sweet and gentle man, so proud of his children and their children, and had nice words for everyone who crossed his path. Condolences to all the family. Your attention to him was appreciated.
Irene Delaney
So sorry to hear of your loss!
Sidney McLain
Condolences from cousin Sidney McLain in Malakwa, BC.
Miranda Mansfield
Sorry to hear of Roberts passing! He was a wonderful, kind man. I was lucky enough to see the love he had for his wife Barb and their family. Thinking of you all during this very difficult time.
Billand Anna Cox
Elizabeth, Charles and family
We extend our sympathy in Robert’s passing.
Bruce and Linda DeLong
So sorry to learn of Robert’s passing. Our love and prayers go out to all the family! Thank-you for your service, Robert! You are at peace now.
Elaine Frail
Bobby, Jimmie, Donald and families:
I was so sorry to hear of Robert’s passing, and offer my condolences to each one of you.
I met Robert and Barbara shortly after moving to North Brookfield in 1966. I never heard him complain or say anything negative. He was a kind and gentle soul, and a dedicated, loving husband, father, and grandfather. He served our country during WW11 and never missed a remembrance day service. Each year he’d tell me it was “the best one yet”. I shall miss our chats at NQNH. Rest in peace my friend. You’ve earned your place among the angels.
Jean DesRosiers
I am so sorry for your loss. Robert was a wonderful and kind person. My sympathy to all his family.
Ralph & Shirley Morton
So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sadness.
Glen DeMond
To the MacLean Family:
Very sorry to learn of Roberts passing. We have lost a true gentleman, and a very generous and contributing
person in our community. Always enjoyed our meeting, and conversations on many subjects.
With God’s blessing.
Glen DeMond
Dean & Joan Annis
Joan and I remember Robert very well. When I went to North Brookfield as a student and summer pastor back in 1957, he would be at services.A faithful member of the congregation. Barbara would be playing the organ. I remember him to be a quiet man, and what words he spoke were well worth listening to. Very helpful to me as a young pastor. Such people have been the foundation of our churches and communities. The values and principles by which they lived are valid for all people for all time. I am thankful for his faithful Christian witness and example. May the peace of Christ comfort you in this time. We do not sorrow as those who have no hope. God bless, Dean & Joan Annis
Mike
Thank you for your bravery in the service god bless we will be proud of what you did in life you will never be forgotten my prayers are with your family rest easy we salute you
Ed and Evie Fisher
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all
Gail Meisner
I am very sorry for your loss.
Rod/Mary
Such a rich chapter in the history of North Queens. A strong man with a strong tradition and a loving heart.