Allison 'Al' MacLean
Born In: Glace Bay
Passed in: Glace Bay
Passed on: January 9th, 2016
It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Allison MacLean on Jan. 9, 2016 at the Glace Bay Hospital, who left us peacefully, with his family by his side
‘Al’ as he was affectionately known to his many friends, was born in Glace Bay to Angus and Kay (Ferguson) MacLean, on Nov. 28, 1943.
Al received his Certificate of Social Work in 1970 and worked as a counsellor for Family Services of Eastern Nova Scotia for 12 years. After receiving his Masters of Social Work from Dalhousie University, he worked for the Nova Scotia Health Association until his retirement in 2006.
Al is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Diana (Wyld); daughter Allana (Troy McLean) of Halifax; son Jarrod (Susan Boshcoff) of Toronto; and brothers, Angus, Fred (Rita), and sister Marian (Weegar).
Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Catherine Babe' Thomson.
Al's love of sports included playing basketball, bowling, skating, and fishing. He loved gardening and digging clams, but especially enjoyed spending time with his family, which included family events participating in 5 & 10k runs over the years. Most notably he was proud that he completed a half marathon in Toronto in 2011, with a very respectable time.
Al always loved a good conversation and enjoyed many evenings in front of the fireplace with his family. He took pride in the fact that his family was close and enjoyed spending time together. He was also an active member of Warden United Church as a choir member, and served on several church committees.
Visitation for Al will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. in Warden United Church with Rev. Carol Gillard officiating.
Family flowers only. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Warden United Church.
Online condolences to www.pattenfuneral.com.
