Surrounded by his family after a courageous battle Mike McLean of London died peacefully on Monday, October 30th, 2006 at Parkwood Hospital in his 66th year. Beloved partner and soul mate for 35 years of Joan Mackintosh. Also loved by his three children and their families. A special thanks for the love, care and support of the V.O.N, Jean Woolner and his brother Kevin and his family who were there from the beginning to the end. Mike will be missed by all his special friends that came to visit him during his illness. As per Mike’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1. (Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home 519-433-5184) On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
Cathy Connolly, London Free Press
November 1, 2006 at 9:43 am
I was extremely saddened by the notice in today’s paper. Mike and I have spoken many times over the last 20yrs’ plus that I have worked at The Pennysaver and London Free Press. I just loved his sense of entrepreneurship and always, always loved talking to him through the years. I was aware of his struggle as I had been trying to keep in touch with him over the last year, but didn’t know he was in Parkwood (I would have gone to see him!). I regret this as I always wanted to meet him in person and not just over the phone. Mike was an awesome person and I will miss him- GREATLY.
Jean Woolner
November 1, 2006 at 1:24 pm
Well Michael, you are free at last from the many heartaches and ghosts that haunted you for a good portion of your life. We didn’t always see eye to eye you and I over the years but we always had one very strong connection which was our deep love and respect and admiration for Joan. I am glad we had time to spend together these last 3 months as we were able to have many heart felt and deep conversations which has helped me to come to understand your fears and frustrations which followed you all through your somewhat tortured life. I am truly sorry for all of that.I was moved by all your wonderful friends that I was blessed to meet and that too helped me to see another part of you that I did not know.I enjoyed my visits with your brother Kevin and his wife Joan and her talented and wonderful son Josh. I will miss those visits even though they were for only a short time.So I thank you for introducing me to all of these new and lovely people. I thank you for sharing your believes and your joys and your sorrows and for allowing me to meet the Mike McLean I never knew before.
I will always be here for Joan as I promised you so don’t worry and just be happy and finally free.
God Bless
with renewed love and respect
your friend
Jeannie xo
Kelly St. Marie
November 2, 2006 at 7:14 pm
Joan, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I know that Frank will be happy to see his brother. If you need anything please let me know.
Jackie Sweeney
November 2, 2006 at 8:10 pm
Please read this with kindness and love in your heart, as that is what Mickey would want. As I think about Mickey, I think of the qualities I would use to describe him. The first thing that pops into my head is charismatic. Mickey really had the power of charm and influence with others. When ever I saw him at a party, a wedding, or social gathering he always made me feel on top of the world,
Kristina - Bobina
November 3, 2006 at 11:57 am
Mike… you are now Home. The truth does indeed set us free. Rest in peace for now there is no more pain, something that haunted you for so very long. Love is indeed the greatest lesson of all – you learned that and taught us all, as well.
Thank you for all of the advice you gave me… you did indeed teach us all many things! I never met someone who exhibited the spirit of generosity as you did. That has touched me in ways that I never got to express to you. So thank you. You made me a better person because of it…
With love, always,
Kristina aka… Bobina
PS… give my mom a great big hug for me when you cross paths with her! I’m sure she’ll be there with arms wide open and a heart full of love… See you in a while Mike McLean… See you later…
Kevin, Joan and Josh
November 3, 2006 at 4:03 pm
Mick,
You would have been so touched yesterday…when your family and friends, came together at your memorial service, in part, to mourn our loss but essentially to celebrate your life. Everyone felt your spirit present.
We reminisced about the warm memories we have of you over the years. As always, Kevin, kept us smiling!
The most difficult thing to watch today, was your mom
Roy Birkett
November 11, 2006 at 1:57 pm
Mike your many friends and family rememberied you, your enthusiasm, your entreprunership and your love of live. What else. You were a Newfie thru and thru.
I was thunderstruck to find only recently that you had to face up to going ahead and you did it with courage, but, most of all your help and friendship for my oldest pal Ralph Waite who left us this January after a long struggle.
Roy
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I was extremely saddened by the notice in today’s paper. Mike and I have spoken many times over the last 20yrs’ plus that I have worked at The Pennysaver and London Free Press. I just loved his sense of entrepreneurship and always, always loved talking to him through the years. I was aware of his struggle as I had been trying to keep in touch with him over the last year, but didn’t know he was in Parkwood (I would have gone to see him!). I regret this as I always wanted to meet him in person and not just over the phone. Mike was an awesome person and I will miss him- GREATLY.
Well Michael, you are free at last from the many heartaches and ghosts that haunted you for a good portion of your life. We didn’t always see eye to eye you and I over the years but we always had one very strong connection which was our deep love and respect and admiration for Joan. I am glad we had time to spend together these last 3 months as we were able to have many heart felt and deep conversations which has helped me to come to understand your fears and frustrations which followed you all through your somewhat tortured life. I am truly sorry for all of that.I was moved by all your wonderful friends that I was blessed to meet and that too helped me to see another part of you that I did not know.I enjoyed my visits with your brother Kevin and his wife Joan and her talented and wonderful son Josh. I will miss those visits even though they were for only a short time.So I thank you for introducing me to all of these new and lovely people. I thank you for sharing your believes and your joys and your sorrows and for allowing me to meet the Mike McLean I never knew before.
I will always be here for Joan as I promised you so don’t worry and just be happy and finally free.
God Bless
with renewed love and respect
your friend
Jeannie xo
Joan, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I know that Frank will be happy to see his brother. If you need anything please let me know.
Please read this with kindness and love in your heart, as that is what Mickey would want. As I think about Mickey, I think of the qualities I would use to describe him. The first thing that pops into my head is charismatic. Mickey really had the power of charm and influence with others. When ever I saw him at a party, a wedding, or social gathering he always made me feel on top of the world,
Mike… you are now Home. The truth does indeed set us free. Rest in peace for now there is no more pain, something that haunted you for so very long. Love is indeed the greatest lesson of all – you learned that and taught us all, as well.
Thank you for all of the advice you gave me… you did indeed teach us all many things! I never met someone who exhibited the spirit of generosity as you did. That has touched me in ways that I never got to express to you. So thank you. You made me a better person because of it…
With love, always,
Kristina aka… Bobina
PS… give my mom a great big hug for me when you cross paths with her! I’m sure she’ll be there with arms wide open and a heart full of love… See you in a while Mike McLean… See you later…
Mick,
You would have been so touched yesterday…when your family and friends, came together at your memorial service, in part, to mourn our loss but essentially to celebrate your life. Everyone felt your spirit present.
We reminisced about the warm memories we have of you over the years. As always, Kevin, kept us smiling!
The most difficult thing to watch today, was your mom
Mike your many friends and family rememberied you, your enthusiasm, your entreprunership and your love of live. What else. You were a Newfie thru and thru.
I was thunderstruck to find only recently that you had to face up to going ahead and you did it with courage, but, most of all your help and friendship for my oldest pal Ralph Waite who left us this January after a long struggle.
Roy