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William McLEAN Obituary
On July 14, 2016, Bill passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and lifelong friends. He will be sadly missed by sisters Sarah and Julia and nephews and niece Stacey, Rob, Adam, Rachael and Simon. Bill's clever humour and contagious laughter will be remembered always. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel on Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. A funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 4 p.m. Reception to follow at The Baby Point Club. In lieu of flowers donations in Bill's memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for William McLEAN
25 Entries
Deb Dobson (Hoult)
July 24, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was an inspiration to me when he shared his thoughts with me. Rest in peace Bill and my deepest condolences to the family.
Provance 2015
Elaine Conn
July 23, 2016
My sincere condolences to Julia and family. I perhaps knew Bill the least amount of time then anyone. He was warm and friendly with an amazing sense of dry humour. He would keep me laughing. I am greatfull to have spent time with him and my darling Mark Q in Provence last year. Not sure I will ever look at a can of Coke a Cola the same again!! Lol
Laura Castellani
July 21, 2016
Sincere condolences to the McLean family. Bill was a wonderful, friendly and compassionate guy. I will miss seeing his smile, which was always so at the ready!
Laura Castellani
July 21, 2016
Bill and I sat side by side for the past eight years at Mackie Research Capital and became close friends. I will miss his sense of humour and the way he brightened our office every time he walked in the door. He always made me smile. He was my sounding board, my lunch mate and confidant. With Bill, the glass was always half full. He remained positive and gentle mannered no matter what challenge life threw his way. His life ended too early, but wow did he know how to live. He was a great story teller - and always with that infectious laugh. I admired his accomplishments and his tenacity. Bill was wise and warm-hearted. I feel lucky that he was my friend and I will miss him so much. My sincere condolences to the entire McLean family.
Janice Honeyman
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Ron Hingston
July 20, 2016
My heart is with the McLean Family which was a very big part of my life. I met Billy through Julia and Sarah. Plus their loving mother. Bill is at peace now ... Take care Bill.
David Ellis
July 20, 2016
As the old song goes,"the good they die young".Bill was both good and much too young.I have many fond memories of his humor and good nature.He was a guiding light,true gentleman and great friend to the end.My deepest condolences to his family whom he loved dearly .Bill will leave a hole and lasting memories for all who knew him.
Terry Beers
July 20, 2016
Bill was a true gentleman with an infectious smile and a wonderful sense of humour He was an inspiration
to me when I was diagnosed with stage 4 Colon Cancer, which helped me to stay positive and fight this awful
disease As part of his Mackie family I know he will be missed , Heaven's gain is sadly our loss.
Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends
Terry Beers
James Formosa
July 20, 2016
So sad to hear of Bill's passing. Bill has been a part of our family since we were little kids. You will be greatly missed... R.I.P. Bill... God Bless you and your family
Christine Campbell-Perrott
July 19, 2016
My sincere heartfelt condolences to the McLean family. Bill was a kind soul with a real zest for life. I will fondly remember the fun times with all the "Baby Pointers"! His memory will live on forever.
John Bruce
July 19, 2016
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I believe that Bill's kindness and generosity has touched so many people that he will not be forgotten. My sympathy to all his friends and family.
John Andras
July 19, 2016
Bill was a truly class act and positively impacted so many lives. His clients have all benefited from his wisdom, friendship and professionalism.
He will be greatly missed by all of his friends at Mackie Research Capital
Clinton Anderson
July 19, 2016
My deepest condolences to Bill's family.
Bill was a genuine person who was a pleasure to work with.
July 19, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the McLean family. Bill was a true gentle man. Our lives were enriched by knowing him.
Frank & Lorain Bruno
Lorraine Poole-Greenhalgh
July 19, 2016
Condolences to the MacLean family. Bill was an amazing person and I was lucky to share so many years with him. He made the world a better place and made my life so much fuller. His memories will live forever!
Mary Ann McCrea
July 19, 2016
I am sorry to hear about Bill's death. My sympathy is directed to all of his family and the friends feeling his tremendous loss. I know he was a good friend to many on Baby Point and elsewhere.
Jerry Godinho
July 18, 2016
Bill Mclean was the nicest, gentle, humble, giving man I met in my 16 years on Bay Street. We sat across from each other for 16 years. The first time I met him, we became close friends. We would go for long walks and talk about a lot of stuff. He had a wicked sense of humor and did we laugh. He came to my wedding and really got to know Debbie well. He always had a xmas gift for my daughter. He always encouraged me to get my CIM and then my MBA. When I joined Fisher he was the first guy I called. I called him from New York, London and he always brought me Tshirts wherever he went. I have lost a part of my family. Bill made my life richer, he always encouraged me and built me up. I bet you 100 bucks he has asked an angel above for a date. Have fun Bill till we join you. You will be a legend
Sarah Sheard
July 18, 2016
He was a sweet, gentle, conscientious man, and so genuinely kind. I will miss him. I feel so sad that he has gone. He was special.
July 18, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the McLean family. Steve and I went to school together with Bill and I really enjoyed our times together, especially while we were in the Concert Band in high school.
Jeff Bond
July 18, 2016
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I was always struck by his sharp wit and infectious humor. His absence will be felt deeply as was his presence.
Kendall & Virginia Wainman
July 18, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to Bill's family. Bill was our great insurance man and we are in total shock after reading the news in today's Star. We are making a donation to Cancer Research in Ottawa in Bill's memory.
Mark Mueller
July 18, 2016
Wonderful Legacy of kindness and cheerful being. My condolences to Family and Friends.
2005 RCI Class of 80 high school reunion. Bill with Peter, Jody and Christine
Janette Mannette
July 18, 2016
My deepest condolences to the McLean family. I have many fun memories of Bill during our high school years. Always remembered as such an awesome guy. Here is a photo at our high school reunion in 2005 with his good friend Peter, Jody and Christine. RIP Bill. You will always be remembered.
Adam Hennick
July 18, 2016
A true gentleman and always a great person to speak with.
Richard Galczynski
July 18, 2016
Our condolences to the McClean Family, Richard and Christine Galczynski
Debbie Lombard
July 18, 2016
So very sad to hear this news. Our condolences and prayers to the McLean family. Sincerely, Debbie Lombard and the Lombard family
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