MacLean,
John Robert
August 1956
–
December 2021
We are devastated to announce the sudden passing of John Robert MacLean on December 20, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario. John will be forever missed by his wife, Karen; his children Teresa (Joseph), Darrick (Cecilia), and Kristina; his grandchildren Jasper, Vinicios, and Micah; his brothers and sisters Sandra (Don), Peter (Katrin), James (Carolyn), and Sheila (Kevin). He will be missed greatly by his many nieces and nephews, other family members, and friends near and far.
John was born on August 14, 1956 in Orillia, Ontario to Sally Margaret Olive Sheil of Perth, Ontario and Peter Alexander MacLean of Orillia, Ontario. He had a happy childhood of fishing, competitive swimming, boating, and lifeguarding. He attended the University of Waterloo where he was a member of the Warriors Swim Team and was inducted into the University of Waterloo Warriors Hall of Fame, graduating with an Honours Degree in Chemistry. John later attended York University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Administrative Studies, Finance and Accounting.
A brilliant chemist, John loved explaining the chemistry behind coatings and reminding his children that E=mc2. He worked for several chemical companies before founding Northspec Chemicals Corp. in 2001 and retiring in 2018. He spent his last few years investing, staying active and embracing life as a Grandpa.
John was a runner who completed multiple marathons, including the New York City Marathon in 2015. He was also an avid fisherman, spending his later years organizing and competing in derbies with the Port Whitby Marina Sport Fishing Association. Often found enjoying his cottage, on one of his boats, lake or lane swimming, John always loved being around water.
John was the kindest, silliest, wittiest person, and always thought of others. More than anything, John was a family man, who shared many laughs with his wife, kids, grandkids and many others. He would always be found with a camcorder in his hand and a smile on his face enjoying all of life’s moments.
Loved by all who knew him, John was taken much too soon and we will always cherish our memories of him.
Please do not attend the visitation and service unless you are fully vaccinated or if you are exhibiting any symptoms of Covid-19.
Virtual Service: A Zoom Link will be posted on Monday, January 3, 2022 for the online Service on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.
Visitation Details: Visitation will be held on Monday, January 3, 2022 from 12 – 3 and 5 – 8 pm at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, with a Service to be held in the Chapel of the Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 4th at 10:00 am.
Donation Details: In lieu of flowers, for those who wish to, Remembrances may be made in the memory of John, to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or any charity of your choice.
Interment Details: Interment will be held following the Service on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 in Orillia at 2:30 pm
Cemetery: St. Andrew’s – St. James Cemetery,
320 Coldwater Road, West, Orillia L3V 6J8
A Celebration of John’s life will also be held in the summer.

August 1956

December 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de MacLean
John Robert August 1956

December 2021..

ajax funeral home

Décès pour la Ville:Ajax, Province: Ontario

avis deces MacLean
John Robert August 1956

December 2021

avis mortuaire MacLean
John Robert August 1956

December 2021