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In Memory of
William James "Bill" McClean
1940 - 2021
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Paul Belluz posted a condolence
Sunday, November 7, 2021
Our deepest condolences go out to you, Vesta, your children, grandchildren and all your friends. I worked for Bill and under him during my 18+ years in IBM Canada. I have some very fond memories when I worked for him including catching a few innings of a NY Mets game just before catching a flight back to Toronto from Laguardia. He was able to provide a great example of work/life balance which I tried to emulate in my remaining 12 year career at IBM. I'm sure you have lots of great memories of your life together which you can cherish for many years to come. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Peter Daigle and Gay Zeman donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Friday, November 5, 2021
With our deepest sympathies. Bill was a wonderful person who enriched the lives of everyone around him. We greatly enjoyed his company at Heritage Palms and during our visits to Toronto.
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Marg, Jack, John & Cristina Hambly, Jane & John Beattie donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Thursday, November 4, 2021
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Peerage Family donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. We sincerely hope peace finds you during this difficult time.
Love, Peerage Family.
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Ashley Denton posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Have very fond memories of Bill and the family. He was always so kind and genuine.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Ashley Denton and Marino D'Alessandro
xox
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Martin Papadatos donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May he Rest In Peace.
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Peerage Realty Partners donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
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Nicole de Larzac donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
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Diane and Donald Stewart donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
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Gary German posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Dear Vesta and family
Sandy and I are thinking of you and the family at such a sad time. The 60 plus years we enjoyed since engineering seem to have flown.
Sending our love Gary
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Johanne Ghali posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Dear Rob and Tara;
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your Mom and your entire family at this time of loss. May you find peace and comfort in the love of your family and friends who care for all of you and may your memories of your Dad be an ongoing celebration of his life. “Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.”
Kindest regards,
Johanne Ghali
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Nina Spinosa posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
My sincere condolences to you Rob and Tara and to your entire family. Your dad sounds like a wonderful man. May his kindness and strong family values live on in all of you and may he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord. All my best, Nina Spinosa
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Judy Marshall posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Vesta and family
Thinking of you and offering my condolences. I worked with Bill at IBM, where he became my mentor in the 1996. I remember fondly attending the Whitney Houston concert at Ontario Place and how we laughed at her fur jacket in late June.
Bill instilled his business lessons and opened doors for me throughout my career. I admired his insight, his coaching and his sense of humour. Bill sponsored many people during his career at IBM. I know my achievements are due to his personal sponsorship in me. Thank you Bill for all of your contributions to IBM and know I am remain grateful for knowing you.
Rest in Peace, Bill.
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Alina posted a condolence
Monday, November 1, 2021
Dear Rob and Tara, so sorry to hear about your terrible loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. The lessons Bill taught you, the love he gave, the way he cared for people and gave back - all those good things will live on in you and your kids. Stay strong during this difficult time. Sincerely, Alina Chernin
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Joan Middleton posted a condolence
Monday, November 1, 2021
Joan and John Middleton - we both worked at IBM (that is where we met as well) and interacted with Bill for 25 years. Always had insight and took the time to mentor with us. He had a way about him that made you feel comfortable. We also had a mutual love of the Haliburton Highlands - where we are retired to now. John ran into Bill in summertime at the grocery store where he was expressing his urgency to get back to his place as family was visiting.
Our condolences to all his family and friends.
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Trish Johnson and Family donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
Deepest sympathies to your family from Trish Johnson and family.
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Tina Princiotto donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
To: Rob and Tara,
My sincere condolences. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
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Catherine Wellesley donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
I am greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Bill McClean. My sincere condolences to his family. I worked for Bill in the last few years before I retired. He was a mentor for me and the best manager I ever had in 31 years at IBM. I had the greatest respect for him. He was a good man, an outstanding executive and leader, a top-notch professional, and a true IBMer who cared about his employees. A great loss. R.I.P. Bill.
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Dr Roland Hosein posted a condolence
Monday, November 1, 2021
Shaffina and I are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We know it is tough on you and the families, especially the grand children.
Just a few days ago we were reminiscing about the many times we spent together with your colleagues and families.
Bill was so warm and gracious, and did so much for the business community in Canada. We did some great work together at the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) Association, and the Prime Minister’s Advisory Council on Science and Technology to transform manufacturing in Canada.
He loved and supported sports, and we spent time with his colleagues and friends at many a game, especially baseball, golf and tennis. He was also a great supporter of the arts, and we loved meeting business colleagues on the train rides to Stratford for the plays, and walks in the ancient town.
At a business meeting at IBM, I mentioned that our son, Ian, was heading to the London School of Economics for his MSc and PhD in cyber security, and was just about to acquire an IBM lap top. On Ian's arrival at his residence in London, a unit was waiting for him to pilot test for IBM; such was his big heart in support of students and the business.
You may remember once we were chatting casually about stage performers, and Shaffina said that her favorite was Tina Turner because of her energy on the stage and her self confidence as a woman. When next Tina was in town, Bill remembered and invited us to an amazing concert.
It was fortuitous that I met Bill at the CME, as it allowed us to meet a bunch of his business colleagues and friends, and do some great work, and do things that we would not have ordinarily done.
With warmth and support to you and the families.
Roland and Shaffina
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Jamael Family donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
Thinking of you all and passing on our deepest sympathies
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Frank Giorgio and Joanne Giorgio donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
Our sincerest condolences. We loved and will miss Bill dearly. Bill was a true friend and we will never forget him. We enjoyed the many fun times in Florida, the events we attended together and who can forget the many golf games we enjoyed together. Rest in peace my FRIEND.
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Michael Kahan and Joanne Harack donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
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Sharon Stibbard donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Monday, November 1, 2021
Vesta...my sincere condolences on your loss. May your memories bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart.
Sharon Stibbard
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Sunday, October 31, 2021
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