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Gordon McLEAN Obituary
Rev. Gordon
(Strathpeffer)
It is with great sadness that the family of the Rev Gordon McLean announce his passing.
Peacefully, with his wife Betty by his side, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on July 19, 2025.
Gordon McLean, 82 years, loving husband of Betty, cherished father of Morven, Ross and the late Stephen, much loved father-in-law of Henrik and Rosalie, beloved Opa to his granddaughter Hester.
Pioneering Minister to the parishes of Mortlach & Cabrich, Dufftown, Killean & Kilchenzie, Kintyre, Currie Kirk, Edinburgh, First Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Illinois, Contin & Lochluichart, Ross-shire.
A service of Thanksgiving will be held at Contin Church, on Wednesday, July 30, at 12.30 pm, to which all family, friends and neighbours are invited to celebrate Gordon's life, followed by a reception at Coul House Hotel at
1.30 pm. An opportunity will be available at the church for donations to the charities, Finding Your Feet (amputee charity) and Chest, Heart and Stroke.
All enquiries to Jim Murray at D.Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall, IV15 9NW.
Tel 01349 863951.
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Rev. Susan Phillips
July 26, 2025
During the Rev. Gordon McLean´s leadership as the 13th pastor at First Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Illinois, USA, Gordon oversaw a major renovation of our historic sanctuary and construction of the John Brombaugh Opus 35 tracker organ designed and crafted explicitly for FPC. This fabulous instrument and our sanctuary have attracted international attention since its installation. Gordon´s stepping out in faith to form the St. Andrews Corporation has secured mission funding for FPC´s future. His personal commitment to the Health First group of medical volunteers has since blossomed into the Central Counties Health Clinic. A Social Services Desk, a Food Pantry, Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, the Computer Bank and a recommitment to being a "downtown church" all brought honor to God and attention to the ministries of the church with the big red doors; the Lincoln Church. Gordon once said his job was "social worker" based upon his work and relationships in the larger community.
We give thanks to God for the life, faith, and ministry of the Rev. Gordon McLean. We hold the Rev. Gordon's wife, Betty and his family and friends in our prayers of compassion and loving kindness.
Rev. Susan Phillips, 15th Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Springfield, IL
LincolnsChurch.org
Claire Eberle
July 26, 2025
I treasure Gordon's time as pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Springfield, Illinois, U.S.A.
He not only led the church through a renovation of its historic building and the creation of farsighted, innovative community-wide programs, he also opened his heart to the homeless persons and others in need who were our church's neighbors.
We were blessed to have him and Betty in Springfield before he returned to his beloved Scotland.
Syteve wright
July 24, 2025
It was wonderful to listen to Gordon's sermons at First Presbyterian Church. His intellectual and deep perspective made me consider his message with much thought and appreciation. I was blessed to know such a fine Scotsman.
Mick and Blanca Bernasek
July 24, 2025
Gordon was a great inspiration during his tenure at First Presbyterian Church in Springfield, IL. The creative achievements there were progressive for the church and the community
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