John ‘Dougald’ McLean
1928-2021
McLean, John Dougald –
Whycocomagh. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the
peaceful passing of John Dougald McLean on Wednesday, March 10, 2021
in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, at the age of
93.
Born in Inverness, on January 13, 1928 to the late Dan C. and
Margaret McLean. Survived by sons, Ted (Debbie), Halifax; Karl
(Rachel), Ottawa; granddaughter, Melanie, Ottawa; step-grandson,
Daniel (Jen) and their children, Niagara Falls; brother, Sandy
(Nancy), Port Hawkesbury. Also survived by former daughters-in-law,
Roxanne Doran and Cathy Rowe, Ottawa, sister-in-law, Florence
MacKeigan; brother-in-law, Ian MacKeigan (Shirley); sister-in-law,
Sheila MacKay (Archie), all from Whycocomagh, and many cherished
nieces, nephews, and friends. Predeceased by parents, loving wife,
Dorothy (MacKeigan); brother, Donald and wife Muriel; sister, Mary
(MacAulay) and husband John E. Also predeceased by sister-in-law, Kate
Turbill (MacKeigan) and husband Kenzie; brother-in-law, Archie MacKay
(Sheila); several nieces and nephews, former spouses Glena
Trépanier, Annie Mae Gillis, and many members of their
families.
Also known by many other names: Mac, Chug, Uncle Dougie,
Grandpa, Dad, and of course, O.M. Proudly served in the Canadian Armed
Forces from 1955 to 1972. Stationed at several bases across Canada,
including three 6-month tours in Alert, Nunavut. Also served in the
U.N. Emergency Force in Egypt and the Congo. Worked for many years as
Sergeant with the House of Commons protective staff in Ottawa, where
he raised his family. Despite his interest in travelling the world, he
always wanted to settle back in Whycocomagh.
He was active in the community as a life member of the Royal
Canadian Legion, Branch 123, Whycocomagh; a proud member of St.
Andrews Presbyterian Church, Whycocomagh; a member of the Sircom Lodge
#66 for over 67 years, and a staunch supporter of the Waterfront,
attending as many events as he could, especially the Thursday night
jam sessions with his brother Sandy after their weekly visit with
their sister Mary. Never missing an opportunity to play cribbage
(except on Sundays), he enjoyed many years playing with his
brothers-in-law Ian and Archie. Archie’s son Ivan became his
new rival, and many a game ensued, while keeping an eye on their
beloved Toronto Maple Leafs. Many thanks to all the wonderful family
and friends that looked out for him over the years.
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID-19 restrictions,
funeral and burial arrangements will be made later, under the care of
Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be
forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com
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Death notice for the town of: Whycocomagh, Province: Nova Scotia