Peacefully at Matthews House Hospice, Alliston, on Thursday, September 10, 2015, Sharon Lynne McLean, at the age of 47 years, beloved daughter of Bill and Lynne. Loving sister of Rob and his wife Jennifer, Catherine and her husband Scott Purches. Adored aunt of Holly, Katie, Hannah, Sarah, Abigail, Grace, and Jack. Proud owner of her dog Trevor and her horse Grayson. Fondly remembered by her aunts, uncles and many cousins.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Friday, September 18 from noon until time of memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock.
Interment of cremated remains Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Matthews House Hospice, 6028 Hwy. 89, P.O. Box 10060, Alliston L9R 0B7.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Debi O'Neill
My thoughts and prayers are with you Catherine. Your family is and has been so strong. My condolences to your Mom & Dad, and the rest of your family. I have been blessed to know Sharon, and she was so very blessed with her amazing family. XO
The Hassberger Family
There are no words for the sadness of this moment, but know that you are loved. Thinking of you and wishing there was something we could do or say to take away the pain you are feeling. Sending our love, hugs and prayers to you all.
“I’ll be embraced by all the family and friends I’ve ever known. Although I might not see their faces, all their hearts will beat as one, and the circle of our spirits will shine brighter than the sun.”
Rest in peace Sharon.
Karen Pedri (shearer)
so very sorry to hear of the passing of Sharon. I’m sure my Dad is there to greet her. my heartfelt condolences to you all. Karen
Jason Lloyd
McLeans,
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved daughter/sister. Far too soon. I hope you can be there for each other, and remember the times you laughed together
Mary Jones
Catherine and family…
I am so very sorry to hear of your sisters passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories, family and friends.
Marg
Juanita and Ken Kersey
Sharon…. We have loved u in life and we will not forget you in death. Your life was short and soo unfair to what goes on amongst us. I treasure your life and who you were! YOU did make a mark on this earth with the person you were. When I see horses I will always remember you and know how much you loved them Sleep peacefully my friend.. so glad I had the opportunity to say my …I will see ya later.. I know you loved that scratch I gave.
Bill Parnaby
my sincere sympathies for the families’ loss. Sharon was taken far too young. God bless.
Stephanie Crisp
My sincere sympathies to all of you in the passing of Sharon. She was taking far too young. I hope you can find peace in the memories of her.
Christine (MacKinnon) Colosimo
Please accept my deepest condolences. I have such fond memories of Sharon that I have cherished over the years. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may you feel her love surround you each and every day.
Laura and Michael Orr
At peace and onward in her journey home, sweet child of yours.
Our hearts are full and would share your pain if possible.
Love and sympathy, we will always be here when needed.
Laura, Michael and Family
Deana Creglia (Pippo)
Catherine,
My sincere condolences to you and you family. I attended Holy Family SS with both Sharon and Rob. Sharon was far too young. Sincerely, Deana
Sandra and Troy Mascarenhas and Family
Catherine and Scott, we offer you and your family our deepest sympathies in the passing of your sister and wonderful aunt to Hannah, Abbey and Jack. I remember her big smile and excitement as she often and anxiously greeted the kids after school at our corner bus stop. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family through this very difficult time.
Sandra, Troy, Lea, Giulia, Mathew
Sam & Niki Gallo
Our sincere condolences to you and you family. May the Lord be your Comfort and Strength, may you feel His nearness to you during this time of Sorrow. Our loving thoughts and Prayers are with you in this time of Sorrow.
Tracey D.
My most sincere condolences. I’m thinking of you all, as you mourn the loss of a truly special person. “You can always tell where a beautiful soul has been by the tears and the smiles left behind.”
Joyce MacKinnon
Dear Lynne and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Sharon. It seems impossible to believe. What fond memories I have of her…those fun times the “gang” had ….laughter…singing…always a smile on her face….her tall straight back….cheery greetings….and always sharing her appreciation. I know she will be missed. God be with you all as you begin your journey knowing her love will always surround you. With love and prayers for comfort, Joyce
Jeff and Vicki Barker & Family
Catherine, Scott and Family,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for the loss of your sister, Sharon. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sadness and we pray that your fond memories will provide comfort to Hannah, Abbey and Jack. God bless you all. With love, Jeff, Vicki, Melina and Zach
The Chahley Family
Sending our deepest condolences on Sharon’s passing. We have so many great memories of her, and are grateful for all of them. She will live on in our hearts and in our thoughts always, for being the incredibly strong and selfless person she was.
We can’t imagine the pain that the past year brought to her and to your family, but we hope that you can take comfort in knowing how loved Sharon is…..and how many peoples’ lives she blessed.
with love,
Gene, Dee, Steve, Toni, Jay, and Bailey.
Bill Huggins
Lynne I am sorry. It is a parent’s worse nightmare to have a child go. May God give you the strength through this ordeal.
May the rest of the family and all your friends be of comfort to you.
Kristen Gerrits
My sincere condolences go out to your family. It is truly a testament to Sharon’s character to see the amount of people that have been reaching out to share loving memories, some funny stories, or beautiful pictures. She touched so many with her positivity, kindness, and love for both people and animals alike. She will be truly missed and the memories with her will be cherished forever.
Kristen
Kieron and Diana Bayley
Our deepest sympathies Bill, Lynne and family!
Very sorry to hear about Sharon. May God Bless and keep you and her in his arms at this time and always.
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Know that she will live on in your memories and that she is no longer in pain. We will all meet again in heaven.
With love The Bayley Family
Susanna Jarvis
Sharon walked this world with the kind of lightness of spirit and kindness of heart that inspires others to live their lives more bravely and fully, with compassion and laughter and caring. And that was before this last long, hard year in which she showed all of us her true strength and courage. She lives still in the hearts and memories of all of us who were blessed to know her.
Over the past year, it has been easy to see that Sharon’s amazing character had its foundations in her wonderful family. You all have my utmost respect for the remarkable, unfailing support and care you provided for her. Words cannot adequately express the extent of the heartbreak I feel on your behalf. Parents should never have to lose a child, no matter the child’s age. She was too young. It’s not fair. Let yourselves grieve however you need to; no one can be strong all the time. Then, slowly, with the passage of time, healing and comfort will come and memories will bring more laughter than tears. My thoughts are with you all.
Rest in peace, beautiful Sharon! I will give Grayson love and treats for you every time I see your special fella!
Mary-Rose and Roly
Our deepest sympathies to Lynne, Bill and your family. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice Tinker ( Loney )
May the love and comfort that surrounds your family with thoughts of Sharon be the strength that is needed to get through the coming days
St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church, Bond Head
Bill and Lynne,
Extending our deepest-felt condolences to you and your family. May the good Lord, the giver of life, strengthen all of you during this time of mourning the loss of your daughter Sharon.
With the Saints, O Christ, give Sharon rest. Memory eternal.
Msg. Conrad B. Dachuck
& Parishioners of St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church
Joanne & Kelly Simpson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family now and always.
Debbie Marshall
Catherine and family
My sympathies and most heartfelt condolences on your loss may you have many wonderful memories of Sharon and know she is now at peace.
Debbie Marshall and family
Mira Reid
Lynne and family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. May you find strength in the love you all have for each other, and the love and memories you have of Sharon. May she rest in peace
Yehiel and Maria Meghory
Our sincerest sympathies during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort in the weeks and months to come. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Megan Rochford
Dear Bill, Lynne and Family,
Words seems inadequate to tell you how sad we are for your loss… for all our loss. Sharon’s love of life and energy will be remembered and she has left a beautiful legacy of fierce determination, strength and positivity. Love to you all at this most difficult time. May the love and strength of your friends provide peace and comfort to you and your family.
Love, Megan and Matt
Fr. Bob Glynn
Dear Bill, Lynne and family
I was so sorry to hear about your daughter. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
I will offer the 11:45 Mass Sun Sept 13 for Sharon Lynne McLean and your family.
May the Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.
Fr. Bob Glynn
P.S. I remember fondly our time together on the Finance Committee, Knights of Columbus, the wedding reception in the back yard tent and many more…
Triscia Di Passio (Pippo)
Catherine,
I was so sad to hear of the passing of your sister. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Triscia
The Aroda Family
Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. Our deepest condolences.
Bruce McCallum
Dear Bill, Lynne and Family
My family and I would like to extend our condolences to you.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Heather Flaherty
Catherine and Family
My thoughts, prayers and hugs go to you, your parents, family and children. My heart is truly saddened by this tragic experience you all have endured with Sharon. As words seem so frivolous at this time, please know that there are so many who admire the strength and commitment displayed by you Catherine.
Take Care,
Heather
Bill Bogers
Dear Lynne,
I would like to express my sincere sympathy on the passing of your daughter Sharon. I will be thinking of you and praying for you at this time of great loss.
Christine Tonon (Chafe)
To the McLean family
I cannot begin to express how sad I was to hear of Sharon’s passing. I have so many great memories of riding with her at Phantom Hill and the fun times we spent just being teenagers. I’m so glad we reconnected through Facebook over the last few years. She will forever be a shining light in everyone’s lives, and please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this transition.
Take care
Christine.
Fiorella Plastina
Dear Lynne, Bill & Family
Dan & I send you our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved daughter, Sharon. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. God bless you all & know that she is in God’s hands & no longer in pain.
Condolences,
Fiorella & Dan Plastina
Langridge Family
Words can not express.
Therefore, there will be none.
We love you all, and are thinking of you.
Love Biff and Ann
Fran Barbati
Thoughts and prayers for a loving devoted family. She is at peace and resting. You don’t see families that care for their own as you did. One of the nurses in ER at SMH
Lynda Moffatt
Lynne & Bill
Denny & I would like to express our sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your lovely daughter Sharon. May your family and friends provide the comfort and support you need at this very difficult time. Thinking of you.
Lynda & Denny Moffatt
Sarah Brunel
Dear Bill, Lynne and Family,
I’m so sorry to hear about your daughter’s passing. Sharon was a good friend of my mother’s and was described to me as an amazing person inside and out. I deeply regret not being able to meet her. May you have the strength to get through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
-SB
Lis Henry
Lynne and Bill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. It is not the natural order to have your children go before you to their Maker. May His grace and love sustain you now.
Love, Lis
Mary Zullo
To the McLean Family
My sincere condolences to you all. I know that no words can express the pain that you are experiencing, but I pray that God will give you the strength to get through the next few days and help you remember that Sharon is always with you in spirit and in your hearts.
Mary Zullo
Fiona Burke
Sharon will continue to grace our lives with her love, humour and compassion. We mourn yet, rejoice as a family , Sharon’s presence and friendship. David and I are deeply appreciative and humbled by her demonstrated love and support for our eldest son, James.
To the McClean Family, our love and the sincerest expression of sympathy that typed words can relay. So inadequate.
Fiona, David, James and Lachlan
Dwain and Joanne McDowell
Dear McLean Family,
Even though distance and time have separated us, our memories are fond and our thoughts are with you at this time. Dwain and I were very saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing. We hope that your sadness will soon be replaced by smiles at the thought of the wonderful memories you have of your daughter, sister and aunt.
Rosemary McCallum
I know some of the journey you will take now, as a parent. Let the Holy Spirit hold your elbow.
Know that your friends will include you and your family in their prayers.
Rosemary McCallum
Rita Baldassarra
Catherine, I did not know your sister, but I wish you strength and courage as you mourne her loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. Rita
Wayne Baker
Very sorry to hear about this unfortunate incident.
Matthew and Terry Martin
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Ryan Boyington
Hi Catherine i am deeply saddened by the news of your sisters passing, i know she was very special to you, My thoughts are with you and your family as you get through this difficult time.
Mirella Zambon
Catherine & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Heaven has just recruited another wonderful angel to look after everyone.
Mirella, Dan, Laura and Ed Zambon
jennifer scrutton
To the McLean Family:
Words cannot express how sad we are about losing Sharon so soon. She was loved by many people and helped created some amazing memories for us all. She will be missed….
Cathy Adams
Hi Catherine
My sincere condolences go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Cathy
Catherine & David Jackson
In Sharon, we came to know and respect a remarkable young woman and her family. She gave freely of her loving and generous nature to all those fortunate enough to have known her. We are grateful that we were the recipients of her kindness and thoughtfulness on many occasions. As with all those many privileged individuals who she knew, she made us feel special. For us, that is the gift for which we will always be grateful. We share our profound grief with all of you.
Wendy Ramirez
Lynne and Family,
So sorry such a wonderful family has to go through a difficult time mourning the loss of Sharon, a daughter, sister, aunt and friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Carla Araujo
When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. I extend my most sincere condolences to you.
Theresa Shiel
My sincere condolences to you all. I enjoyed my yearly chats with Sharon at the Royal Winter Fair. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. Theresa
Catherine Campese (Shiel)
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Eloisa Santos
My condolences for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Sharon in various destinations. She was always kind and generous and had this wonderful ability to smile and laugh and make everyone around her feel the same way. Most of all, Sharon loved her family and her animals and it was evident in the way she glowed when she often talked about them. Sharon left us too soon and we miss her dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Rest in peace Sharon.
Catherine Ellis
To Lynne and family,
Saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing. I remember her as such a cheerful student with a great personality and reading these comments it seems she remained so in her adult life. As it happens, I will be working in Bolton on Friday and so remembering you and yours with the rest of your Humberview family. My deepest sympathy, Catherine
Paul Jameson
My deepest condolences to the family of Sharon, she looked so happy in the picture with her horse. I never had a chance to meet Sharon as I just joined the same Realty office but I am saddened for such a loss at an early age, may God Bless you all and Sharon.
The Bedford Family
Dear Catherine and Scott and family, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister Sharon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love, The Bedford Family
Barbara Brawn
Lynne
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope your many memories will bring you comfort, in time.
Barb Brawn
Mr & Mrs Mclean and family
My deepest condolence to all your family with all Sharon courage Rest in Peace Sharon May all your family be bless by your memories .My taught and prayers are with all you tomorrow . ( psw)
The Naccarato Family
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Wishing you courage and strength in the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Elisabeth Rossi
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the entire family!
It is a huge loss but I hope and pray that with time, your pain will lessen and the beautiful memory of Sharon will sustain you.
She was a bright light in everyone’s life who knew her and I for one will miss her very much!
The Spadafora Family
Our sincerest condolences to the McLean family,
May the wonderful memories of Sharon be a source of strength and may God bless you all with fortitude and grace. As you move forward, surround yourselves with those who love and cherish you. Catherine and family, we are here for you and your children.
The Spadaforas
Coletti's Creations Hair Studio
From all of us at Coletti’s Creations, we want to send our deepest condolences to Sharon’s family and loved ones. We are saddend by her loss, she was way to young to be leaving us. Her beautiful smile will remain in our memories forever.
Erin Burger
Catherine,
When we lose a loved here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. Take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now.
I know you loved your sister dearly and that she will be missed dearly. Please know I am here for you to chat or visit or just listen… Erin
Michelle (Pieczora) Ouzounis
The world has lost a truly beautiful and strong woman, inside and out. My condolences to you all.
I remember being so completely enamored with Sharon as a kid. She was without a doubt someone I looked up to and studied carefully during our short times together.
With love,
Michelle
Marsha Munsie
I loved the very essence of Sharon from the day I met her, it was a privilege to know her. She had so much love in her life – giving and receiving, and she will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to the McLean family, may you all find peace in her beautiful memory.
Mrs MB Andrews
My heartfelt condolences to the McLean Family in the loss of Sharon. The smile that went on forever, the kind and compassionate girl I will remember and keep close in my heart. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Gods blessings. ❤️ Mrs. Andrews
Jean-René Scheffer
Words are not enough to express the sadness I have felt ever since our Sharon left us. I can only imagine what this enormous loss represents for her family. She is and will be in my heart forever. Her laughter, her ever positive take on life, her team spirit, her compassion and last but not least her unique brand of humour will be sorely missed on every program she has ever worked on. My thoughts and prayers are with her parents whom I had the privilege of meeting shortly before Sharon’s passing. I feel honoured to have shared these precious moments with you and Sharon. Our dear girl is watching over all of us now. Much love JR XXX
Keith Barker
My sincere condolences. I worked with Sharon catering and she was always the most caring and attentive, sweet and loveable person to work with. And I don’t say that lightly. She really was. That smile and her laugh were infectious, but her work ethic was just as striking. She taught me a lot about generosity and kindness. I only just heard about her passing. I will not forget her. She was a bright star in the sky and she will be missed.