Norman Bruce McLean Norman Bruce McLean, much beloved husband of Arlene, went to be with our Lord on November 19, 2012. Bruce passed away peacefully in Cowichan District Hospital at the age of 81 surrounded by his family, while holding the hand of his loving wife of 61 years. Besides his wife Arlene (nee Newton), he is survived by his children Michele, Larry (Donna), Greg and Doug; grandson Jeff (Stacie) and great-granddaughters Jaedyn and Tyce; granddaughter Kristen (Carl) and great-granddaughter Alexis. Bruce was predeceased by his eldest brother Alan. He is also survived by his sister Nona (Micky) and brother Neil (Vivien), along with his wife's sisters, Lorraine (Dorne) and Marion (Raymond) and numerous nieces and nephews. Born in Kamloops, B.C. on February 27, 1931 he spent his early years in Estevan, Saskatchewan until the age of 17 when Bruce entered his apprenticeship in Winnipeg with the CNR. He held various positions throughout his career at the Transcona Shops until he retired for the CNR in 1987. Bruce and Arlene moved to the Cowichan Valley in 1990. The family would like to thank all the staff at the Hospital and Dr. Gilbert for their compassion, care and respect given to Bruce and the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Memorial service was held on Monday, November 26, 2012 at 1:00 pm at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 531 Herbert Street in Duncan, B.C. Online condolences may be offered at: www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
