Obituary of Lorne Wilfrid McLean

McLean, Lorne Wilfrid Passed away peacefully at home with his family beside him on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Loving husband of Alice (nee Kristmanson) for 53 years. Born in Prince Rupert, a graduate of SAIT in Calgary, Lorne proudly achieved his university credentials as a mature student with an MBA from York in 1987. Beloved father of Alan (Sharon) of Sutton, Brian (Heather) of Oshawa, and Diane Gushulak (Brent) of Vancouver. Cherished "Papa" of Rachel, Russell, Alison and Emma. Lorne will be fondly missed by his brother Ken (Heather), sister Maureen Kiner (Lothar), his brother-in-laws Lloyd (Tyke) and Bill (Carole) Kristmanson and his many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Stronach Cancer Clinic and a special thanks to Dr. Rana and Dr. Mulhern. Lorne had been enjoying his retirement at Lake Simcoe following 44 years of service with IBM. He was an avid curler and pilot. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at the Briars Resort, 55 Hedge Road, Jackson's Point. Friends and family are welcome from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. with times of remembrances at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations to the Southlake Regional Health Center Foundation, Stronach Cancer Clinic, or the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated by the family. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com