My family and I were patients of Dr McKean for only a few years. We moved out of town for about 6 years. I recently moved back to find out about his unfortunate passing. My heart sank when I heard the news. 
Dr McKean was one of those very special people who could make an impact no matter where he was or what he was doing. 
As a dentist, I believe his genuine caring personality is what set him aside from most dentist. When he walked into the room time stopped. He never made me feel like I was wasting his time. He never left the room until we were confident in the decision that we are making. His stories were amazing and he knew exactly how to calm and nervous patient. He was so good about returning phone calls after hours opening the clinic after hours for emergencies. He genuinely cared about his patients. 
I worked for Denny's years ago. One day I had the opportunity to serve he and his family. He was just as amazing outside of his work. He expressed so much love for his family through his stories. That particular day I was able to see it first hand. 
I grew up without my father.  So as I'm sitting back having dental work done. I'm thinking to myself.. I wish I had father like him. Man, If he could make a patient feel the way he did. I cannot even imagine how he made his loved ones feel. 
My heart goes out to the family. His wonderful memories will go on forever!!! 

God Bless your immortal soul Phil.  You are missed.  May you rest in peace in Heaven with all the Saints and Angels. You are one of the Angels.

Phil, When I first talked to you I was helping you move things from your trailer. You gave memories to keep forever. You told me interesting stories to remember for the rest of my life. I helped you move out of your house. I miss you. Rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy for the kids and Tom.  I have been a patient of Dr. McKean's for over 41 years and will miss him dearly.  Always professional, patient, and caring he was one of a kind.  Rest in peace Dr. McKean.
Cindy Staley-Harter

Philip was an exceptionally versatile dentist that enjoyed telling stories. He will be missed my many.
Most importantly my hope and prayer is that his soul is resting well.
this gives others the opportunity to make sure their souls are right with God before He takes us home into paradise. 
I send my condolences to his family and friends, 
may God speak in your lives 

I am so sorry for your loss!!   I just had a dental appointment with Dr. McKean December 15th was waiting for approval for my treatment plan from Insurance when I got the news!!!  I am now at a loss as to finding his equal.  Dr. Phil will be greatly missed!!  I was a longtime patient and always felt like family when I visited his office.  He had such a zest for life - it was contagious!!  I could not wait to hear his latest story about his children, whether it was skating, piano, etc and all of his past and latest adventures.  He was such an interesting and  caring man.  He made going to the dentist a pleasure.  He and his staff were always so kind and considerate.  He was also a one-stop dentist, he did it all.  No referrals.  He was a master in his dental  reconstruction craft.  He is truly irreplaceable.   He always had a smile!  I will remember Dr. Phil and his family in my prayers!  Judging by the messages and comments in his condolences, he was appreciated and will be sorely missed by many.    He truly was a an exceptional man and gentle soul!!

I just found out that dr McKean passed in dec on the 19th my heart aches as he’s been not just my dentist but my entire family growing up and now my children’s dentist dr McKean you were a kind man and made a lasting imprint on my family and soul my heart is heavy as his kids were his world and I pray for  theM Every night because to have such an awesome father be gone so SUDDENLY and still the kids be so young is tragic we loved you as family Phillip and pray you’re at peac until we meet again my friend… sincerely the Meyers-Saylor WALDROP family
    

To the family of Dr Philip McKean,

My nameis Cynthia (Cindra) Bastress and I am a patient of his. I just found out today 2/1/2023 that he had Passed away in December... Doctor McKean was a lovely man with the most amazing stories of his life and he spoke highly of his children...my heart is heavy as I am in disbelief...prayers for his family. ❤️

Sincerely,

Cynthia Bastress 

God Bless your family, I found him to be very intelligent and kind, total sweetheart!  
RIP 🙏  in my thoughts 

I am heartbroken to hear of Dr. Phil’s passing. He was the absolute best. He made me feel so welcome every time I came in and we would talk about his many adventures. I’m sure he’s on another grand adventure now. He made me look forward to coming into the visits. I will miss him and his happy, upbeat personality. My family is sending prayers. He will be so missed!!!

We just found out today about Dr. McKean's passing. We are so sorry for his family's loss. He was such a wonderful man. Dr. McKean and his staff were so kind to our family, especially to our special needs son.  I loved to go and listen to Dr. McKean tell his stories while he worked. He was so interesting, and funny  too! The community has a great void to fill. We miss you Dr. McKean. Praying for his family and his wonderful staff. 

Rich Andrews and Family

I am so sorry. He was an old friend of my exes. He was my dentist for 16yrs and the best dentist I ever had. I am crying. I will miss him terribly. My heart goes out to everyone who knew him. What a wonderful man.

What a loss for his family; he was a kind caring person. He has been my dentist for many years. 


My condolences to Dr McKean's two children, brother Tom and office staff. 
Dr McKean was one of the kindest, gentle,  most honest souls and I always loved hearing his stories because he was so knowledgeable. I’ve been his patient since I’ve been about 3 years old and I’m now 39, 
he took care of my entire family parents and siblings(now my husband). When my parents first took me to him I bit and peed on him age 3/4 so he fired me for a few years sending me to “Dr Freder” then when I was a few years older I could come back LOL I never did that again. Often my parents and I would run into doc at one of his favorite restaurants, Hall’s. One thing I know is how much he loved and adored his family, every visit he always gave an update on the kids which I enjoyed and so did my mom because we watched them grow up from hearing about their piano skating art vacations etc. 
Dr McKean was one of a kind & one of the best (honest)
Thoughts and prayers 

I am so sad that Dr. MacKean has passed. He was a  wonderful man and a great dentist who was very caring and kind and  It was easy to communicate with him. He did  excellent work and repaired my 9 year-old son's broken tooth and 25 years later it is still going strong.  My condolences to his family.  May his soul rest in peace.

Tom and Family,
I was sorry to read about Phil.  I have not seen him since the late 1960s, but he was a joy to be around.

Nan Nesbitt
775-230-4906

Rest in Heaven Dr. McKean. You were the first Dentist I worked for and I didn’t know anything about Dentistry and you taught me so much. 33 years later I am still assisting.  I’m glad I saw you at the seminar years later and was able to thank you and let you know I have two Dental Assistant and a Dental Hygienist in my family. You are one of the kindest persons I have ever known. RIP

Dr Mckean was a fine man and a great dentist. I came to him after one dentist told me I needed a root canal and all this work done and Dr Mckean told me I didn’t. He was very honest with me. I will miss his sense of humor and his honesty, he will truly be missed rest in peace.

I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if Dave or I can do anything. Love the Fiess Family 

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Philip Mahlon McKean

January 24, 1946 – December 19, 2022

D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Maplewood Park

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