Robert “Bob” McLean, 89, of Veedersburg passed away at 11:25 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, at his residence.
Bob was born Dec. 15, 1930, at Stone Bluff, the son of Grady and Marie (Marlatt) McLean. Bob was raised in Stone Bluff and has resided in Veedersburg since 1956. He was a graduate of Veedersburg High School and attended Wabash College until he was drafted in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Germany during World War II. Bob married Donna Caroline Mitchell in 1956 in Veedersburg, and she preceded him in death Oct. 21, 2000. He married Corenia Wright in 2003 in Nashville, Indiana, and she preceded him in death Oct. 10, 2015.
Bob worked at Olin Corporation as a machinist for several years. He later worked at Flexel as a maintenance supervisor until his retirement at the age of 62. Bob also was an appliance repairman for many years.
Bob was a member of the First Christian Church in Veedersburg. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #288 and Masonic Lodge #491. Bob enjoyed golfing, traveling and camping. He also enjoyed playing bridge with Bill and Doris Boone. Bob especially loved spending time with his family.
Surviving are three daughters, Angela (Robert) Grubb of Newtown, Crystal (David) Brewer of Waynetown and Shannon (Dale) Stanley of Valparaiso; six grandchildren, Jeannette Toler, Brandy Walls, Erin Heffner, Ashley Grubb, Kristin Vela and Dr. Kelly Stanley; 11 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Jan Beanblossom of Zionsville.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; wife Donna; wife Corenia; and siblings, Annabelle Wilson, Chet McLean, Helen Ann Foxworthy and Jack McLean.
Visitation will be Sunday, Nov. 8 from 2 p.m. until Masonic service time at 3:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 301 N. Mill St., Veedersburg. Funeral service, with full military honors, to follow at 4 p.m., with Pastor Garland Pannell officiating. Interment will be at Osborn Prairie Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.dickersonfuneralhome.com.
