William MCLEAN

William MCLEAN

William MCLEAN Obituary

Published by Calgary Herald from Jul. 7 to Jul. 9, 2018.
MCLEAN, William Allan (Al) July 26, 1937 July 4, 2018 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Al, beloved father, grandfather and husband at South Health Campus in Calgary on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at the age of 80 years. Al will be forever remembered by his loving wife, Wilma; his son, Gary (Andrea); grandchildren, Alex and Faith; nephews, Cameron and Malcolm; brother-in-law, John Golls as well as extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his precious daughter, Veronica. A Celebration of Al's Life will be held on Friday, July 13, 2018 at Eden Brook Funeral Home (17Ave SW and Lower Springbank Rd) at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society for Brain Research (www.cancer.ca/en/donate), the Calgary Humane Society (www.calgaryhumane.ca/donate) or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.edenbrookcemetery.ca. Arrangements entrusted to EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 24223 Twp Rd 242, Calgary, AB, T3Z 3K2.

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October 28, 2018

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Mariola Czerkies

October 28, 2018

Dear Wilma, my heart and prayers go out to you in this time of such great loss and sorrow. May the loving memories you have of Al help you through this time. I will always remember Al's friendly smile and his stories of the trips you two took together. Sincere condolences, Mariola

July 16, 2018

Dear Wilma, Gary & family, We are so sorry to hear about Allan's passing & so grateful for speaking with him at the last.Allan was a true & lifetime friend to us & we so enjoyed his conversations . He loved to talk of your many wonderful trips & adventures. You will have many happy memories. Sincere sympathy, Jack & Rosalind Irvine

July 12, 2018

So so sorry, Wilma. I miss his kind presence and I wish I could ease your loss, Mary Anne Schleinich

Mary Tourigny

July 11, 2018

Al will be missed by many but especially by you. Stay strong.

Niki Blake

July 10, 2018

Wilma, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you at this time. Lovingly thinking of you. Niki

Heather Schmidt

July 9, 2018

Wilma and Family, On behalf of the Calgary Winter Club 55+ section, we are so sorry to hear of Al's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heather Schmidt
55+ Coordinator

Trevor Wignall

July 8, 2018

WILMA very sorry to hear of Al's passing. Sincere condolences from Trevor and Christine Wignall

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