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David McLean Obituary
DeBary, FL - David Malcolm McLean, 76, of DeBary, FL. Passed away unexpectedly on January 15th, 2021 from complications from COVID–19.
Husband of 56 years to Claudia (Valliere) McLean loving father of Michelle McLean of Kissimmee, FL and Kathleen Heenan (Scott) of Katy, TX, and Karen McLean of DeLand, FL. and his 5 loving grandchildren, Kaylee & Sarah Heenan of Katy, TX, Jayden & Katelyn Oliver of Kissimmee, FL, and David McLean of Deland, FL. He is also survived by his sister Nancy Damon of Orange Park, FL and 8 nieces and nephews.
David was born in Lowell, MA and predeceased by his parents Rita and Francis (Kay and Mac) McLean.
David joined the Army and proudly served his country stationed in Taiwan, China. In 1965 he went to work for WENH TV (PBS) at the University of New Hampshire. In 1969 Dave & Claudia joined the Tupperware Organization building their distributorship in Portsmouth, New Hampshire to one of the top distributorships in the country. In 1985 David was asked to transfer to Orlando, FL to join the THP Corp. serving in multiple capacities until his retirement.
David was very active in the community serving as President of his community HOA as well as serving on several other boards and committees. He was also one of the first members of St. Ann's parish council.
David always made people feel welcome in his life, whether he was volunteering to help someone, offering sage advice or just being supportive to anyone in need. He would always give you his time and attention.
David's Celebration of Life funeral mass service is at St. Peter Catholic Church on March 19th, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. The funeral service will also be available to view via Zoom.
Topic: David McLean's Funeral Mass
Time: Mar 19th, 2021 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dave's name to St. Peter Catholic School, 421 W. New York Avenue, Deland, FL 32720 or St. Jude Hospital.
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Donna Stricker
May 3, 2021
Dear Claudia. You were on my mind when I discovered Dave has passed. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember what a wonderful couple you and Dave made. Love, Donna Stricker
Albert Paisley
March 27, 2021
Claudia, So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We were good friends. He and I rode to school together in Phil Logan's car for most of our high school years. Be strong and stay well.
Jeannette Sieland
March 21, 2021
The Korean War Veterans Association Department of Florida and Chapter 173 Casselberry send our belated yet deepest sympathies on the passing of our Brother In Arms David Malcolm McLean (US Army).
He served his country well and honorably.
May he Rest In Peace.
Cathy Burns
March 19, 2021
To the McLean Family:
On behalf of a grateful nation, and the Department of NH, VFW/Auxiliary District #7, we wish to acknowledge your loved one's service to our country, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.
District #7 Chaplain,
Cathy Burns
Brandt & Sandy Pace
March 14, 2021
Dear Claudia & girls please know how sorry we are to hear of Dave's passing. Dave was one of the good guys . Always asmile and a hug when we'd see him. Remembering all the fun and laughs we've had in the past. Stay strong and know you were loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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