KEITH EDWARD MCLEAN

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KEITH EDWARD MCLEAN Keith Edward McLean died at home in Winnipeg, MB of a complicated illness on October 18, 2016 at the age of 69. He was born in Portage La Prairie, MB on October 28, 1946. He grew up on the family farm and attended Summerhill School and Clinton District Collegiate Institute. He served in the Canadian Military for over 28 years and retired in the rank of Captain with the Cadet Services League of Canada. During his service he was stationed in various parts of Canada and served in West Germany under the auspicious of NATO and in Cyprus with the UN Peacekeeping contingent. Keith was predeceased by his parents Donald and Dorothy (Dot) McLean of Clinton, ON and his brother Robert Ford. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Edie, his son Mike (Laurie), daughter Lisa (Harold) and his grandsons Finn and Ollie. He is also survived by his brothers Roy and Tom (Joyce), his sister Bonnie and his nieces and nephews. Keith enjoyed life and had a wonderful sense of humour. He was a great sportsman and hockey player. He was loved by all who knew him and will be truly missed by his family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. on October 24, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Keith's honor may be made to the Siloam Mission. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 22, 2016