James Alman McLean Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Alman McLean (Fredericton, New Brunswick), who passed away at the age of 88, on January 6, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William McLean and Theresa McLean (Walsh); and his siblings, Eleanor, Paula, Joanne, Richard and Joseph.
He is survived by: his wife Rita; his children, Tony McLean (Karen) of Fredericton, NB, Lana McLean of Fredericton, NB and Virginia Chapman (Mark) of Dieppe, NB; his grandchildren, Joel, Colin, Tyler, Mallory, Andrew, Adam and Jeremy; his siblings, Loran McLean (Jessie) of Fairvale, NB and Jeanne Hamilton of Bedford, NS; and his siblings-in-law, Shirley McLean and Kenny Gallie. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, January 9th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Oromocto Funeral Home (108 Winnebago St, Oromocto, NB E2V1C7). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church (25 Loisville St, Oromocto, NB E2V1B9).
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Building Fund, Alzheimer's Society of New Brunswick or a charity of the donor's choice.