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1926
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2024
Viola McLane Obituary
Jean was born and raised on a farm in Laurel, MT. It was in Laurel that she met her handsome husband Dr. Harry McLane, who was the town's optometrist. They were married for 60 years.
Jean is survived by her son Norman "Spike" McLane, daughter Shannon Brown, granddaughter Kacy Montrose, and great-grandchildren Milo, Oliver, and Harper, and her nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her devoted husband Harry, sister Mary Kukes, and her parents Frank and Doris Baird.
While in Montana Jean was very active in her community. She had a cake decorating business, was in Ladies Auxiliary, Laurel Republican Women, American Legion, served in the Montana House of Representatives, and numerous other organizations.
When Harry retired, they moved to Mesa, AZ where Jean continued to be involved in various groups - Daughters of American Revolution, crafting, dinner parties, genealogy club, POW's, and more. As you can see, she loved being involved and helping people. We, and they, will miss her.
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Dollyann Dudis Willcutt
December 6, 2024
Jean and Doc were great friends of my parents, John and Dorothy Dudis. As young business people in Laurel, they made wonderful memories and had many stories to tell. I send my deepest condolences to the McLane family.
Dick Scheidecker
November 13, 2024
To the McLane family
We all know to well how hard it is to loose a Jewel like your Mom! What a life she had! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Scheidecker´s
Carl and Sue Ryan
November 7, 2024
Shannon, Spike and family, Sue and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of our dear friend Jean McLane. Together her and Doc were incredible people with hearts of gold and made us feel so welcome when we moved to Laurel. R.I.P.
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