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VERNON LESLIE MCLEAN

Born: Sep 24, 1930

Date of Passing: Sep 24, 2015

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VERNON LESLIE MCLEAN Vern was born in Winnipeg on September 24, 1930 and passed away at the age of 85 on September 24, 2015. Vern leaves behind a loving family: wife of 62 years, Joan; sons Doug (Wanda), Greg and daughter Lisa (Gerry); sister Betty; grandchildren Rachel (Jeremy), Sarah (Matt), Richard (Sutherland), Robert (Kiersten), Zac, Quinn (Cheyanne), Gabi and William; his sister-in-law Marge and her husband and childhood friend of 80 years, Stan; three great- grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Vern was predeceased by his parents, sister Evelyn and grandson Michael. Vern served Canada in the Royal Canadian Navy and Air Force and the Canadian public service over a 40 year career. He was also a long standing member of several square and round dancing clubs, the Masonic Temple, the Royal Canadian Legion and the Lanny Remis Speakers Association. A funeral service will be held on September 30, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at The Church of St. Stephen and St. Bede 99 Turner Ave. Winnipeg R3J 2S9. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to The Church of St. Stephen and St. Bede. A donation basket will be available at the service.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 28, 2015

Condolences & Memories (8 entries)

  • I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. McLean at a variety of events over the years. He was always interested in what you had to say, had a great sense of humour and was a true gentleman. I learned very early on of his deep devotion to his family, in particular his wife Joan, and this would explain their long life together of over 62 years. I also remember well that you could never have a lunch date with his son Doug on Fridays as that was a time reserved exclusively for his Dad. That spoke to the kind of bond Mr. McLean developed with his family and friends. He leaves a great legacy of being an ideal family man who undoubtedly will be sorely missed, but at the same time, fondly remembered. God Bless. - Posted by: Bill Head (Friend) on: Oct 02, 2015

  • Heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Vern. His friendship and kindness touched the lives of so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joan. - Posted by: Jodi Dusik Sharpe and family (friend) on: Sep 30, 2015

  • So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know you were close and will miss him dearly. My thoughts are with you and your family. - Posted by: Debra Bassham (Friend of Doug and Wanda) on: Sep 30, 2015

  • oUR SINCEREST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF A GENTLEMAN AND FRIEND WHOSE LEGACY OF A GREAT FAMILY AND WONDERFUL FRIENDSHIPS WILL ENDURE AND COMFORT YOU - Posted by: SIDNEY HALPERN (FRIEND FROM LANNIE REMIS LUNCHEON ASSOCIATION) on: Sep 30, 2015

  • Hi just us girls in Edmonton. We will miss you Uncle Vern. Sorry to hear of your passing. I would talk to you almost every month even when you called me and told me that we were in trouble with the NDP's here in Alberta. WE laughed and I told you what comes around/ I know that know that you are a better place and not suffering anymore. I will miss your calls, but know that you are fine. Take care from us in Edmonton and we Love you and the rest of the family. Love Joey, Fern, Judy and Brendas - Posted by: VERnon Mclean (Uncle) on: Sep 29, 2015

  • Hi big Brother. Sorry to hear of your passing. You were my older Brother but only by 3 years and I dearly miss you. Your are now in Heaven and are not in any more pain. I will miss you and not talking to you. Take care and I know that you are safe and ok and I will always love you. Love Betty, Ken and Family - Posted by: Vernon Mclean (Brother) on: Sep 29, 2015

  • Joan, as you think and dream of Vern, may your love and caring for him bring you warm memories. My deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Janet Wikstrom (friend) on: Sep 29, 2015

  • Uncle Vern was a true gentle man who, through out my life time, always accepted me and loved me just because I existed. I cannot remember him ever raising his voice to me and always ended our conversations with "Love you too, Kiddo". I will very much miss this wonderful man for the rest of my life. - Posted by: Linda Cheshire (Niece) on: Sep 28, 2015

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