Obituary of Margaret Victoria McLean

Passed away peacefully on March 8 at Ross Memorial Hospital with her children and her "other daughter" Jill by her side. Margaret was born Oct. 2, 1927 in Ottawa to the late Joseph and Margaret (Summers) Simpson. Marg, as she was known by all, was proud of her family, friends and community. She was always doing something to help the community of Bobcaygeon, where she lived for over 50 years. She was particularly involved with the Kinnette Club, Cancer Society, The Legion Branch and The Ladies Auxiliary where she was the Zone Commander for 20 years. One of her greatest joys was anything that involved children. As Legion Branch Youth Chairman she was excited to lead the Public Speaking and Essay Contests, and Children’s’ Christmas Party, to name just a few.  Perhaps her most rewarding committee was Canada Day.  She was a proud Canadian and wanted to pass that love to others. She did so by starting Canada Day festivities in Bobcaygeon 30 years ago.  Marg received numerous awards and accolades, perhaps her most treasured was the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal. Margaret was predeceased in death by her loving husband Dr. James Frances Leo McLean. She is survived by her son James, daughter Margaret Anne (Crowley), son-in-law Bernard and her beloved grandchildren, Nicholas, Courtney and Emily. Sister of the late Frank (Isabel); late Bill (Helen); late Rita; and late Jim (Dot). Sister in law of Frank & the late Jo Mancini; late Josephine & Fred Condon; late Anna & Len Wallace; late Theresa and Steve Smegal; late Tom and Nori McLean; Gerrard & Adele McLean; Terry & late Betty McLean;  late Ernie & Judy McLean; late Gord & Barb McLean; Bernard & Mureta McLean. Marg also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. A mass of Christian burial will take place at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Bobcaygeon on Friday March 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM. Visitation to take place on Thursday March 15, 2018 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 7:00 – 9:00 PM with a legion service to commence at 2:00 PM at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, MONK CHAPEL. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or The Royal Canadian Legion Br #239 Bursary Fund.  Friends may send condolences or make donations by contacting the funeral home at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.