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Barry Fairbairn MCLEAN

Barry MCLEAN Obituary

McLEAN, Barry Fairbairn. QSM 2013 Gisborne Sportsman of the year 1968/1969, Life member Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club, Pharmacist. Passed away peacefully aged 91 on 5th October with family members by his side. Beloved husband for 65 years of Velma Mclean nee Banks. Beloved father of Janine, Barbara and Keith. Father in law of Duncan, Mark, Jo and Mary. Proud grandpop of seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Older brother of Roger Mclean, Margaret McGuinness and James McLean and brother in law of Peggy Mclean, Brother in Law of Lola and Malcolm Moir, Wendy and Stewart Marson, Currie and Barbara Banks. Loved Uncle to many nephews and nieces. Barry's family thank Management and staff in Kiri Te Kanawa Ryman's hospital wing for their beautiful care. A private farewell has been held as per his wishes. Correspondence to Vel McLean, 12 Gwyneth Place, Gisborne. Evans Funeral Services Ltd www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Published by Gisborne Herald on Oct. 8, 2025.

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Dean and Lois Bloomfield

Yesterday

A true Gisborne Legend. Such a gentleman. Heartfelt condolences to Barbara and all his family

Bill Penny

October 9, 2025

I have known Barry & many of his family for more than 70 years Lovely memories of our sporting friendship My sincere condolences to his family & friends

Ann Milton-Tee

October 8, 2025

It has been a privilege to get to know you better recently Barry. My sincere condolences to Vel and all the family. Ann M-T

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