Mclean - Robert Edward. Born May 7, 1920 in Calgary Alberta, passed away on August 16, 2012 in Summerland B.C. Predeceased by his loving wife of 55 years Margaret Grace; son Malcolm (Donna) McLean; daughter Laurie Desmarais, partner Jim Royer; grandchildren Melissa (Jason) Bongalis, Lindsay McLean, Tyson Desmarais, predeceased by grandson Cameron Desmarais, great-grandchildren Beckham and Amelia Bongalis, and Nevaeh Desmarais. Robert will be remembered for his warm smile his laughter and his love of life. He met Margaret in Red Deer, Alberta and were married in Calgary, Alberta. They moved to Vancouver shortly after, where he worked as a Foreman/General foreman/Supervisor for CP Telecommunications. They built a house in the North Shore where they raised their family. The family will be holding a private graveside ceremony. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC (250)762-2299.