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Bruce McLean Obituary


BRUCE PROBERT MCLEAN
March 18, 1934 ~ February 8, 2015
"Bruce had a great sense of humor and quick wit."

Bruce P. McLean, 80, of Vancouver,WA, passed away Feb. 8 at the Hampton Memory Care. He was born March 18, 1934 in Olean, NY to Lawrence and Ellen McLean.
Bruce served two tours of active duty with the U.S. Army Reserves in Vietnam, receiving two Purple Hearts, Combat Infantry Badge, and the Bronze Star.
Bruce graduated from John Hopkins University, Portland State University, and Lewis and Clark School of Law. He retired from Bonneville Power Administration as a financial analyst.
Bruce is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Bruce H. (Shelby) McLean and William H. (Theresa) McLean; and five grandchildren.
Interment will be at Willamette National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Fri., Feb. 20, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at St.. Luke's Episcopal Church, 426 Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98663.
Special thanks to the Hampton Memory Care staff, Mary Buckland ARNP, and Community Health Hospice.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Feb. 15, 2015.
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As we all know this is such a difficult time to go through. I wish your whole family will make it through this time remembering all the beautiful times which were spent with Bruce rather than the unhappiness of his leaving this earth. Much love to you all! Judi

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