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Kenneth MCLEAN Obituary
He retired from the U.S. Coast Guard, as a Diesel Engineer, after 22 years; worked 10 years as a service advisor at various auto dealerships; and worked three years, as a Test Engineer, at Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding. Ken was a member of the Poquoson Yacht Club, and the 71st Street Anglers. He had a great love for scuba diving, NASCAR racing, ballroom dancing, opera, hardcrab racing, billiards, RV'ing, and boating ("but not fishing!"). He was of the Protestant faith, and nature was his church.
Ken was preceded in death by his father, Maynard F. McLean; and mother, Rosa A. Woodall.
He is survived by his wife of seven years, Ronda Freeman McLean; father, Aubrey Woodall; mother, Charmaine McLean; parents, Esther and Henry Freeman; brothers, Brian McLean, Aubrey Woodall, and Lennie Leffel and wife, Tracie; sister, Debbie McDaniel and husband, Jimmy; and many other extended family members.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, and afterwards all are welcome to the Poquoson Yacht Club for a celebration of Ken's life. Friday night, to honor Ken's memory, friends are asked to bring or wear something to represent his personality. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, at Tabernacle United Methodist Church, Poquoson, by the Rev. Dr. Bill Wash, the Rev. Bobby Collins, and the Rev. Swanie Brayboy. Services will continue at Smith Memorial Cemetery, Poquoson, with Coast Guard Honors. At other times the family will be at 1 Susan Dr., Poquoson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, in honor of Dr. Steven Campbell, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44195. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com
The family wishes to thanks Dr. John Kessler and Dr. J. Clif Tinsley, for their special care and compassion. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth MCLEAN
Marc Tellinger
July 15, 2024
I worked for/with Ken for years in the USCG at Portsmouth, VA. I will always remember him and his intelligent wit, had me belly laughing numerous times. He was a great Naval Engineer & all around wonderful human being! We miss him.
Pat Smith
July 16, 2022
My sympathy is extended to his children, Jessie & Joseph,at this time ,on the loss of their mother, Mary Ann .
Gloria East
August 6, 2010
My sincere sympathy to the family. We were shipmates on the CGC Forward. He did my reenlistment oath while we were stationed together. God Bless.
Jim and Barb Webster
August 6, 2010
We will greatly miss Ken and his wonderful sense of humor. Try to remember all the happy times and laugh. I know it is really difficult but you will have him forever in your heart and mind. He is still with you and always will be. He wants you to be happy.
Orville Gillikin
August 6, 2010
My the LORD God wrap arms of love and protection around you during this time of bereavement. May he lift up countenance upon you, and give you peace.
Ken will truly be missed.
Orville and Linda Gillikin
USCGC Forward
Pete & Lisa Perron
August 4, 2010
Our condolences to the family. I was a shipmate on the CGC Forward. Ken always kept smiles on our faces.
August 4, 2010
With sympathy and our sincere regret to Rhonda and Ken's family. Ken always had a laugh for the day and will be remembered always. "Fair wind and following seas" shipmate.
Marc & Barbara Tellinger, Chesapeake, VA
Charlie & Barbara Marino
August 3, 2010
With deep regrets and sympathy to Rhonda and Ken's family. I had the pleasure of sailing with Ken on the Coast Guard Cutter's INGHAM and FORWARD; he always kept me laughing...he will be missed.
Clay Rogers
August 3, 2010
With deep regrets to Ken's family. Ken and I were stationed at RTC back in the 80's and shared some good times. He will be missed.
Carol Johanningsmeier
August 3, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Ken's passing. My deepest sympathy to the family. I was stationed with him on the USCGC Forward.
Gail and Bobby Bloxom
August 3, 2010
Rhonda, Esther and Henry, Gail and I express our deepest sympathy to you in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you
Pat Smith
August 2, 2010
With Sympathy, Thoughts, and Prayers to Kenny's children, Joseph and Jessie: My husband and I knew him as a loyal and devoted family man who loved his children very much and was very proud of his family. He was a kind,lighthearted, and compassionate
man who was loved by his neighbors on Adwood Ct.
Theresa Dellinger
July 25, 2010
Keeping you in my thoughts.
July 25, 2010
Rhonda, I know you are going to miss him. I was fortunate to have known him for such a short time but he made me laugh, told me great stories and always had a smile on his face. I enjoyed the races with you and Ken and especially our trip to Dover. He was a trooper to take three women to the races. Love you and we are always only a phone call away.
Bonnie Salyer, Chesterfield, VA
Teresa Mclean
July 24, 2010
May you R.I.P dear cousin of mine, we didn't get to spend a whole lot of time together in this life time, but we will meet ageain sincerly Teresa Anne Mclean
Luther McLean
July 24, 2010
Dear Brian,
I am so sorry for the loss of Kenny. He was very special to me and I will always have very fond memories of him.
You and your Family are in my prayers and thoughts.
I am sorry that I cannot be with the family at this time, but I promise to get over and see ya'll as soon as I am feeling better.
I will always be thankful for the times We all shared with our Loving Family.
Love to All
Uncle Mac
LUTHER H. McLEAN
Patricia Ball Owen
July 24, 2010
Brian,
As we grew up, we were able to visit our cousins very infrequently. But we always knew if Kenny and Brian were going to be there, fun was to be had. I truly miss those days and will treasure those memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Tyndall
July 23, 2010
Rhonda and family, I did not get the chance to meet Ken but I was sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy Litka
July 23, 2010
The US Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officers Association of Yorktown Virgina would like to offer our condolences to the family of a fallen commrade. Fair Winds and Following Seas Brother...
Leah & Ryan Bourne
July 23, 2010
Ronda, Ester & Henry,
we have some very fond memories of Ken and will remember him with great joy. Our hearts and prayers are with you all as you heal and celebrate his life.
Virginia Robin Burney
July 22, 2010
Ronda, you and Kenny were always there for me when I needed you. You both shared so much love with me. I will always apprectiate and remember everything that both of you have done for me. I'll always keep the memories of our trips, time at home and laughing. You and Ken were perfect for each other, the couple I always wanted to grow up to be just like. I know how much Kenny loves you and that he will be watching over you. I will be thinking about you and the whole family. I send you lots of hugs and kisses!!!! XOXOXOXO I love you Ronda!!
Janet Rothenberger
July 22, 2010
Ronda I am very sorry about Ken. As trite as it sounds, my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Louis Buscarino
July 22, 2010
Rhonda,
Sorry to learn of my exbrother inlaws passing I liked him alot He was alot of fun.I know He will be missed by His son Joesph and Daughter jessca and grandaughter Isabella.I will pray for you all.
Louis and Trudy Buscarino
Val&Steve Papkey
July 22, 2010
Dear Ronda and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ken was a nice man with a great sense of humor and will be missed by all who knew him.
July 22, 2010
Ronda, our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Ken will always be with you in your heart. May you find through the grace of God the strength you are going to need in the days ahead. Ken was a wonderful man and you were trully blessed to have him. Now God has a precious new angel. Love, Pam and Terry Wood
Mona Wallace
July 22, 2010
I remember Kenny being so proud of his family, his son Joseph and daughter Jessica. The fun times driving to Gloucester, to record our daughters as they danced, he loved to watch Jessica tap! I wish he could have had the chance to know his beautiful daughter-in-law Dianna and grandaughter Isabella.
Kenny had a wonderful laugh and ready smile. My thoughts and prayers are with his children.
Iris Speechley
July 22, 2010
Ronda and Family. What a terrible loss for not only you but to everyone whose life Ken touched. His joy and love of life combined with the incredible love he had for you Ronda was beautiful to see.
I wish you all peace as you go forward in this life without Ken.
Ken, you were indeed a wonderful person, friend, loving and proud husband. I will miss you and the laughter you brought with you everyday.
July 22, 2010
Rosa & Brian! I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. I remember that precious little boy(boys) that I had such a good time with as babies. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Nina
July 22, 2010
We had the pleasure of knowing Ken as our camping neighbor at the NASCAR races. What a great guy!! We will miss his smiles and his friendship. Our sympathy goes out to all of his family and especially his loving, devoted Rhonda. Our prayers and thoughts are with you! Cathy Ann and Craig Stoner, Winchester, VA
Sally & Tom Stephens
July 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May the memories of Ken bring you comfort. He had such a way of getting others to smile. He will truly be missed.
Shelly Shakur
July 22, 2010
Ronda, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. God Bless Shelly Persaud Shakur
Glory Rabon
July 21, 2010
Ronda, I am so very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. May God Bless you all during this difficult time.
July 21, 2010
With Sympathy: Thoughts and Prayer go out to Kenny's children.
Joseph and his wife Dianna.
Granddaughter Isabella.
Daughter Jessica.
BOb and Sharon
July 21, 2010
didnt know ken for very long but could really feel his love for you ,Rhonda. Bob and I are so sorry for your loss and our hearts are with you, Henry and Ester! Words cannot express the sorrow we feel and know what you must be feelin. Ken was a nature loven person and alot of fun to be around and will truly be missed by all!
Kristine Grampre-Smith
July 21, 2010
Brian, my deepest thoughts are with you and the entire family. Peace comes to some sooner than others.
Kristy Spessard
July 21, 2010
Ronda - may you be surrounded by family and happy memories now. I wish I was in VA still so I could come give you a huge hug. I miss you, girl.
Nancy & Mark Jacob
July 21, 2010
Ronda, your strength and friends and family will get you through this rough time. Just know that Mark and I are with you and mom and dad whenever you need comforting.
Kathy Wickline
July 21, 2010
Rhonda, I am so sorry to hear that you lost your Ken. You two were inseparable and quite a couple... I still remember your wedding. My thoughts and lots of hugs are with you!
Chuck and Kathy Wickline
Henry ayer
July 21, 2010
I am so so sorry to have opened the Obituaries and saw this today.... Total shock... God be with you all!!! RIP Ken!
July 21, 2010
What a kind and loving person was Ken. We truly loved him dearly. Feel honored to have had him and Ronda as our guest on their way home from the Cleveland Clinic. We had both of them to ourselves. What an honor. God must have needed an angel. He truly received one in Ken. Love to Ken and Ronda.
Sadie and Allan Cockey, Bluemont, VA
Ann Freeman Via
July 21, 2010
Ronda,Henry and Ester,
So sorry to learn of your loss. May the love of family and friends surround you in your grief.
Jim & Anne Douglas
July 21, 2010
Rhonda, (and Henry & Esther), How truly sorry we are to hear about Ken. What a wonderful person he was. Even in light of his illness he made everyone laugh. We were so blessed to know him and spend time with you guys.
Troy, Tammy & Ashley
July 21, 2010
We are better people having had Ken in our lives. Because of knowing Ken, we saw firsthand how to be brave, determined, and positive in the face of illness, have a great sense of humor about everything, and how being kind, gentle, patient, accepting, and caring with a splash of crazy humor thrown in is the way we should all be with others. Thanks Ken for enriching our lives with your friendship and love, you were truly a blessing to all who were lucky enough to know you.
Deena Gebhart
July 21, 2010
i will dearly miss ken. he was so full of life and hunor and always a blast to be around. he always had the ability to make me laugh - even when he was not at his best! i would not have been anywhere else on his last night but by u guys and will always remember that night. i love u ronda and will always be here for you.
Mike Firman
July 21, 2010
Rhonda,
So sorry to hear about Ken's passing. It was so good to get to know him at the reunion. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Shannon Firman
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