Gerald Kenneth McLean, 82, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away at his home on May 14, 2018. He was born in Boston, MA, and served his country in the United States Army. Following his time in the military, he made a career of being a mechanic for a lumber company.
He was a loving husband and family man. Gerald was considered to be a wonderful father by his children and he was always happiest when he could spend time with the family.
He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed camping, fishing and a cold beer. While raising his family, he still found time to be a Boy Scout Leader. Gerald was also a collector of knives, tools and old boxes.
He was preceded by his parents, John Robert and Elna E. McLean and sister, Dorothy. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carolyn; children, Karen (John), Janet (Larry), Sherry (Hans) and Kenneth (Shelia); grandchildren, Kyle, Jeremy, Neil, Nicholas, Ana, Holly, Rachael and Chantal; great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Jack, Samuel and Charles; and man’s best friend, Peanut.
A service with Military Honors will be held at Bay Pines National Cemetery on May 22, 2018 at 10:00AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations could be made to Suncoast Hospice at https://suncoasthospice.org/donate/.
A Man who we know loved his wife and family. A quiet man of few words. Jerry was the strong and silent type. He always made us feel like family…a kind word, a hardy hand shake and a smile. We will remember you like that. Praying for peace and strength for all of the family.
With Love, Dee & John
A strong man with a strong and loving family. Were thinking of you during this time and sending our prayers.
Jerry, you were a friend and I will miss you dearly. My thoughts are with you, Carol, and the entire Mclean family.
On behalf of all of us at D-Mar we send our prayers & sympathy
Andy & Doreen & Staff