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Jonathan Timothy McLean CHARLOTTE - Mr. McLean was born December 19, 1955 in Gaston County, North Carolina. He was the oldest child of Haywood and Johnnie Covington of Denver, North Carolina. He departed this life on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at the Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. Jonathan graduated from East Gaston High School in Mount Holly, North Carolina. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Upon graduating from college he was employed by Duke Power. He was currently employed with Hall Contracting Corporation where he was Vice President of the Mechanical Division. Jonathan married Vivian Denise Bellinger and they were happily devoted to each other for 22 years. To their union was born a son, Jonathan Timothy McLean, Jr. Jonathan was a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where he was President of the Greeters Ministry. He was formerly a member of Tucker's Grove United Methodist Church. Jonathan was active with his community. He served as a Pop Warner football coach for the Derita Redskins, as PTO vice president for Mallard Creek and Derita Elementary Schools and as a volunteer for community events. He was also vice president of the Harrington Woods Neighborhood Association and a member of the Cannon Balls Cycling team. Jonathan leaves to cherish his memories a loving wife, Denise Bellinger McLean; one son Jonathan T. McLean, Jr.; father and mother, Haywood and Johnnie Covington; one sister, Jonelia Covington Saunders (Robbie); mother-in-law, Elberta Bellinger; sister-in-law, Veronica Bellinger Perry (Markus); and brother-in-law, Thomas Roddey. The uncles and aunts Paul G. McLean, Steven McLean, and Marshall McLean; Mary McDowell, Doris Moore and Sylvia Jackson all of Mount Holly, North Carolina; Edward Jones, Sr. (Reverend Bernice), Upper Marlboro, Maryland; Charles Jones (Margaret) and Ponell Jones of Blackville, South Carolina; Virginia Beatty (Harold), Washington, D.C.; Rosa Harley (Charles), Capitol Heights, Maryland; Caroll Priester (Clyde), Blackville, South Carolina, and Ruby Saunders, Florence, South Carolina; special extended family Raheed and Jennifer Saunders, and Angela Roddey, Charlotte, North Carolina and Jihan Cleveland, Sparks, Maryland. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 27th at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church-12noon. Visitation from 11-12 at the church. Interment will be at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens. Alexander is serving the McLean Family.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Dec. 23 to Dec. 26, 2012.

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Kevin Long

January 2, 2013

Worked with JT he was a great guy. Sorry for your loss.

Carla Chambers Stanback

December 31, 2012

To Denise and family, I am praying for you and your family. May God's peace and comfort continue to be with you.

December 31, 2012

Denise, this may seem like the time you want and will ask God WHY, but you will understand later the answer..God never fails on His promise and will never leave you,your son and family alone. Praying for your strength especially at this time...Betty DeWitt

Andrea Meyer

December 31, 2012

Sending prayers of love and healing to you and your family.
With great sympathy,
Andrea Meyer

Mark Schultz

December 31, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the McLean family during this difficult time.

Angela McKenzie

December 30, 2012

Although I only had the blessed opportunity to know Brother Jonathan for a short time, his presents meant a lot to me. As a member of the Greeters Ministry, through his kind prayers and infectious smile, he taught me how just greeting with a smile and saying a kind word can make a difference in many people's lives. Through hearing his son speak, Bro. Jonathan and his wife inspired me to continue instilling strong christen values in my three boys. I am a better christen because of having been the great company of Brother Jonathan McLean. Thank you. You will be missed

Love, Sister Angela McKenzie

December 28, 2012

I am praying for peace over your life during these difficult, God Bless you The entire Flemming Family

December 28, 2012

It was an honor to have the opportunity to work with JT. The respect that he would give to everyone he came in contact with was one of his many fine qualities that I will never forget. I am fortunate to have known him as a friend more than a coworker. There are few people that have such a wonderful spirit like he did. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless you.

James Kimsey
Hydro Corporation

Betty Perkins

December 28, 2012

Denise, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God provide you with His comfort, strength and grace.

Eric Moskowitz

December 28, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. We will miss him!

Bill Kessler

December 28, 2012

Dear Denise,
I pray for peace for you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless you and keep you. My sincere condolences.

December 27, 2012

Denise and Jay,
Alvin and I were shocked to hear about Jonathan. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Alvin and Chantay Roland

December 27, 2012

I was fortunate to have Jonathan as a brother-in-law....correction, brother. For me, his legacy will be defined by his dedication to his family and his work ethic. He was a shining example of what we should strive to be as fathers and as men.

Until we meet again brother,

Mark

P Brown

December 27, 2012

Mrs. Denise & Family
Our prayers are with you. Jonathan was truly a wonderful person and will be missed. May God comfort and keep you.

Tanya Hudson

December 27, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this delicate time.

Rich & Ellie Werner

December 27, 2012

Dear Denise and Jay,
Rich and I were stunned to hear about Jonathan. He was such a kind man and a wonderful neighbor. He always had a smile on his face.
We will be holding all of you in our prayers as you face this difficult time.

Laura Dixon

December 27, 2012

Denise,
No words could ever adequately convey condolences for such a great loss. My thoughts and prayers remain with you and Jay.

December 27, 2012

Dear Denise and Family,

We are so sorry to hear your sad news. Even though we have not see Jonathan in some years, his friendliness and warmth made a deep impression on us. Please know you will be in our prayers that all your wonderful memories and God's comfort will be sources of strength in the days and weeks ahead.
Frank and Sharon Traywick

Sylvia McLean - Suber

December 27, 2012

My condolences to you and your family.many blessings of prayers...

December 27, 2012

So sorry for your loss. May God's love, mercy, grace and kindness strenghten and comfort you during this time.
Timothy & Mary Kinard

December 27, 2012

My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Whitworth and Family

Jill Payne

December 27, 2012

Denise,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sherry Moore

December 27, 2012

To The McLean Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with J.T. for many years at McGuire and have so many fond memories of him. He could always make me laugh. We worked in the best group ever and I don't think I have ever laughed that much in my life. I will never forget those special times and I will never forget my special friend.

Love and Prayers to you.

Staci Bradley

December 27, 2012

Denise and Jay,
Words are not enough. But know that you are loved, and we are praying for you during this difficult time.

Sontaya McCall

December 27, 2012

Praying for you and your family. Words can not express how saddened I am to hear the lost of such a wonderful person like Jonathan. He was always giving me words of encouragement even though he was battling his own illness and I will never forget that. He will truly be missed.

Pat Burkhalter & Family

December 27, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Peaches H. Saunders

December 27, 2012

Denise, Jay & Family, May God wrap his arms around you to sustain you during your time of bereavement & the days yet to come. It was Jonathan's gentle spirit, kindness and encouragement that made him stand out as a leader of the Greeter's Ministry. He will be missed. God Bless you all.

Oddie Bartlett

December 27, 2012

Denise and Jay my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It was an honor and pleasure to have known and worked with Jonathan. He will truly be missed by the Greeters.

December 27, 2012

I thank God so much for bring Jonathan our way. He will truly be missed by our church and community.

Sister Earline Dixon

Pam & Phillip Stitt

December 27, 2012

We are sorry for your loss. May God's grace and peace comfort you.

Renee' McDonald

December 27, 2012

Denise and family,

I am truly sorry for your lose. Jonathan was a great man and leader and will be sorely missed. My Prayers go out to you and your family during this trying time.

May God Bless You and Your Family.
Sis. Renee' McDonald

Cheryl Waymer

December 27, 2012

Denise and Jay,
Please know that you have our condolences on the loss of your husband and father. It was a previledge to know such a godly man. He will be greatly missed by the Friendship family. God bless you both.

NaTarsha Malone

December 27, 2012

Denise & Jay, I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. I enjoyed working alongside him. His love, dedication & endearing personality to the Greeter's Ministry will be greatly missed. May God's love surround & strengthen you at this time.

Bernard Bell

December 27, 2012

Denise,
I just heard this news and I am shocked. Jonathan was such a kind and wonderful spirit. I remember fondly when you and Jonathan came up to Greensboro for Homecoming. You folks were always so kind to me. Jonathan will be missed. One of My favorite scriptures is Psalms 46. My prayers are so with you right now, Denise, as my heart is really sad. May God's loving kindness and tender mercies wrap abundantly around you and your family.

December 27, 2012

Denise & Jay,

You and your family will remain in our prayers. Jonathan was a true gentleman with a kind and thoughtful spirit. May God be with you.

Cynthia Hawkins
Chandler & Kevin Johnson

Valerie Drakeford Franklin

December 26, 2012

Denise, I am sorry for your lost. He was a man of God, a Loving Husband, Father and Friend. I pray that God will comfort you and your family in this time of need.
Love,

December 26, 2012

Jonathan will be truly missed. His love for people was truly felt by many. Thanks Jonathan for always being Big Brother Jonathan and for leading the Greeters Ministry at FMBC.

Love Always,
Karen Drayton

Tim & Renea Barber

December 26, 2012

You and your family are in my prayers. Continue to put your faith in God.

Michael Hays

December 26, 2012

Denise and Jay,

As a frequent subcontractor over the last 15 years, I got to know JT quite well as a fair and just business partner. He made me feel that we were part of the Hall family rather than just the hired help. He earned and commanded respect from all those he worked with and I developed the highest regard for him.

I was mostly unaware of his life beyond work but am not suprised reading of his service to church, youth groups, and community. It is truely impossible to calculate how many lives a good man like JT touched and enriched. I consider myself one of the fortunate souls to have known him and will miss him greatly.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you both through this difficult time.

May God Bless you both and keep you strong,

Michael K. Hays
Hydro Corporation

Nancy & Nelda Gibson

December 26, 2012

So sorry for your loss, our family will be praying for you and Jay.

ken Hartsell

December 26, 2012

I am very sorry for your lost i have worked with JT on several job's he is a good man, he will be miss

D Calvin

December 26, 2012

Denise, I'm very sorry to hear about your family's loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Emery and Aundora Anderson

December 26, 2012

Find strength in God.

Karen Garrett Emory

December 26, 2012

Sorry for your loss. I went to school with Jonathan in Mt. Holly and worked with him at Duke. He was a great friend and I know he will be greatly missed. Keeping all of you in my prayers. God Bless You All!

Kevin Herndon

December 26, 2012

So sorry to learn of your passing, our sincerest condolences.

The Herndon Family

John Tutterow

December 26, 2012

Thinking of the McLean family

Barbara A. Ratliff & Family

December 26, 2012

Denise & Family,
Whatever the day may bring, know that God is ever constant in the love He has for you. Keeping you in Thoughts and Prayers.

Phenicia Maxwell Geter

December 26, 2012

Denise, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Charles Patton

December 26, 2012

My heart is saddened with the lose of JT my friend. Denise & J, I will keep you in my prayers. I know we all know JT was a child of God with a great loving heart and I know he was devoted to his family. I will miss the long conversations over the years of our friendship either riding in the VW or on the phone. We've ridden bicycles together for more miles than I can count. He truely was a great friend.

December 26, 2012

JT was a great friend and co-worker. He will be missed very much. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Mike and Chris Atwood

Roger Hudson

December 26, 2012

My sincere condolences, Denise. God bless you and your family.

December 26, 2012

Sorry to hear of your loss. My husband Lee and I worked at Duke with Jonathan for many years. Great friend, always happy and smiling. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Gaynell and Lee Beacham Denver NC

bridget lockhart

December 24, 2012

Praying for you and your family, sorry for your loss.

Regina Brooks Mccullough

December 24, 2012

To The McLean Family, I grew up with Jonathan on Sandy Ford Rd, Mt Holly, he was always one of the good guys. I'm sorry for your loss. RIP Jonathan.

Ken and Janis Harless

December 24, 2012

JT was one of the best neighbors we have ever had. He was also a very good friend. Not only was he fun to be around, he was very encouraging and thoughtful. We pray for Denise and Jay. Love,

Cannonball Cycling Team

December 24, 2012

Denise & Jay,
On behalf of the entire Cannonball Cycling Team Family, we extend our heartfelf sympathy to you and Jay. We continue
to keep you all and your family in our prayers. Jonathan will always hold a special place in our hearts. Be assured that God is with you during this season of bereavement. We are here to assist in any way you feel is necessary.

Cannonballs

Lynn Brinkley Boger

December 23, 2012

I went to school with Jonathan In Mount Holly - great guy. Prayers are with you and your family.

Terry Holmes

December 23, 2012

May the stars carry your sadness away, May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, May hope forever wipe away your tears. And, above all, may silence make you strong.

December 23, 2012

Mrs. Myrtle, Shelia and The McLean Family, We are saddened by your loss. We will continue to pray for you al in the days ahead. God Bless you.
The Spaulding and Wallace Families.

Peggy Wilmoth

December 23, 2012

Denise and Jay
We are so sorry for your loss. Jonathan was such a kind man and great neighbor.
Our deepest sympathies,
Peggy Wilmoth and John

December 23, 2012

I use to work with JT for many years. He was not only a co-worker but a deat friend.I love him so much. We my husband was sick and step right in and always seem to have the right words or cards to make me feel better. He helped me move on a Sat, picked me up when my car broke down. He was just there mostly just to listen. I am so sorry Denise and Jay he talked of his love for the two of you all the time!!!!. So glad I went by his work a week befor his passing to see him. He will always be in my memories and forever in my heart. I hope peace comes to you soon. Much love Anita Dougherty

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