Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Michael McLear Obituary
Evansville, Ind.
Michael Richard McLear, 57, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.
Michael was born in Richmond, Indiana on March 30, 1959 to Robert E. and Maxine (Scotece) McLear. He graduated from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology with a degree in Chemical Engineering. Michael was Executive Vice President at Core Minerals Operating Company, enjoyed serving as a Chapter Advisor and Mentor for Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity at his alma mater, and was an Eagle Scout. Michael attended First United Methodist Church in Vincennes with his family. He was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed golfing, the Cincinnati Reds, and the Indianapolis Colts. Michael loved his family dearly and was always supportive of his daughters' passions and adventures. He will be deeply missed.
Michael is survived by his wife of 28 years, Judy (Lobacz) McLear; his daughters, Chelsea Elizabeth and Sarah Elizabeth McLear; father, Robert E. McLear (Joyce); sisters, Sally Baumer (Jim) and Kathy Gray (Chip); brother, Robert E. McLear III (Michelle); cousin, Susan Kucharski (David); mother-in-law, Miss Ellie Lobacz; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM (EST) on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at First United Methodist Church, 411 N. 4th St., Vincennes, IN, 47591, with Pastor Bob Ostemeier officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Vincennes.
Friends may visit from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM (EST) on Friday, September 9, 2016 at First United Methodist Church in Vincennes.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made at FeedingAmerica.org or to the Lambda Chi Alpha ZAXellence Scholarship Fund, c/o Rose-Hulman Development Office, 5500 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, IN, 47803 in Michael's name.
Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael McLear
Sponsored by Browning Funeral Home - Evansville.
2 Entries
Phillip Fruzzetti
November 2, 2021
Finding this obituary has me feeling much sadness. Remembering your smile, the time we spent together and the two hitter we threw together. Prayers and hugs
Jan and Bryan Wallace
September 7, 2016
My husband went to school with Mike and he was even in our wedding. We are shocked and very saddened by this. Our deepest condolences .
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Michael McLear's name
Memorial Events
for Michael McLear
Funeral services provided by:
Browning Funeral Home - Evansville738 E. Diamond Ave., Evansville, IN 47711
How to support Michael's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Michael McLear's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
