Glen McLean, age 73 passed away on October 22, 2020 in Helena, Montana after his battle with Alzheimer’s since 2012.
Glen lived in Wyoming most of his life. He graduated from Evanston High School in 1965 and the University of Wyoming and graduated in 1970 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Arts. He took a teaching position in Green River, Wyoming in 1970. During his years as a teacher he was an assistant football and basketball coach. He taught at the Monroe Junior High for 3 years and then high school for 17 years. His students took the Industrial Arts Fair for 17 years. He was an instructor for the State Department of Education for Plastics for 4 years, held Adult Education classes in Fiberglass and woodworking for 4 years, 5 years as a class sponsor, Rodeo Club Sponsor, and Industrial Arts club. He was the department chairman at GRHS for 5 years. He received the Jaycee Outstanding Education Award in 1976 and in 1977 was nominated for Wyoming Teacher of the Year. He retired in 1990 from teaching to pursue a career as an Insurance Agent/Financial Advisor. In 1990 he received the Legion of Honor from Franklin Insurance, which was the highest award the company bestowed on an agent as well as many other awards and honors during his career until he retired in 2010.
He was very involved with the community serving on the Green River Volunteer Fire Department from 1980 to 1995, a memory and love he cherished. From 1984-1987 he was a member of the Search and Rescue Boat Patrol.
His passion in life was helping kids and people. Even through the tough times, he never lost his smile or the love he had for his family. What the heart once known it shall never forget.
He is proceeded in death by his parents, Glen and Maxine McLean, and brothers Terry and Garry McLean.
Survivors include his wife, Judy McLean of Helena, Montana, daughter Vicki (George) McLean-Thennis, son Darrin (Patti) McLean; grandchildren Shawnae (Bryce) McLean, Kami McLean, Garret McLean, and Christin Thennis.
Due to Covid-19, services will be held at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Glen’s name be made to the Beehive Homes of Helena. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Glen.
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Patricia Reddick says
We are thinking of all of you, we will miss Glen, I in particular will miss my lawnmower buddy. Our hearts are heavy.. god speed ..
BeeHive Home of Helena House 11 says
Dear McLean Family
Thank you for allowing us to spend the past couple of months caring for Glen. He was a shining light in our home. He always had a smile on his face & his Daffy Duck voice made all of us laugh at great lengths. All of the staff in House 11 will greatly miss him. With all of our love and prayers.
Lynette, Greg, Ashley, Molly, Tina, Sadie, Carol, & Sarah
BeeHive Homes of Helena House 11
Tracy says
Dear McLean Family,
My heart is sad today hearing of the loss of your husband, father and grandfather! I will never forget Glen’s smile, laugh and great sense of humor! Today he received his wings because he truly is an angel and will continue to watch over others! My thoughts and prayers are with you all! ❤️❤️❤️
Tracy B.
The Kris McLean family says
To all of you- we are saddened by this news . Our family knew him for too short a time. But, we did know his beautiful smile which shined with love for his family. You must have so many memories of wonderful times together. We are thinking of you and wish you all peace in knowing you shared a life with such a wonderful man.
Brenda & Jerry Schutz says
Dear McLean Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are praying for God’s Peace to guide
you through this sad time.
God Bless each of you 🙏🏻
The Herzogs says
We had the pleasure of living next door to Glen and Judy for 10 years. They were Great neighbors!
Donnie would say … “Darn it , Glen…. really????…. do you HAVE to mow your lawn to perfection.???!…… …TWICE a week no less!!!! Makes us other husbands look bad!!! “
That is said in fun…(And we still enjoy our views of the yard,) but Judy, and family, We know that you lost Glen to an awful disease. Our sympathy and prayers to all of you as you go forward without him. Glen was a good man.
Don and Patty Herzog
Lynn and Gary Williams says
Judy, we are so sorry to hear of Glens passing. May the wonderful memories you have give you some peace in this difficult time. I will continue to cherish the bottle cork I have that Glen made. Thinking of all of you. With love, Lynn and Gary Williams
Peggy Ocenasek says
Dear McClean Family,
Dan and I were saddened to hear of Glen’s passing. We never knew Glen as others have but on one night in particular, the 50th anniversary dinner we met Glen and Judy along with some of their family. He talked to us and smiled that beautiful smile like he had known us for years. Our hearts hold all of you close and know that Glen is now the true angel he was meant to be. God Bless you all!
Dan and Peggy Ocenasek
Buzz and Sandy Sysum says
Judy,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Glen for his kindness and generosity and appreciation for the talents of others. He was truly a bright light in the world. May God continue to Bless you all!
Buzz and Sandy Sysum
Donna &Bob Fischer says
We were saddened to hear of Glen’s passing. I know the disease of Alzheimers as my Dad had it. I know they change and I know you enjoyed Glen in his many changes. He was so good to me helping me with financial investing after my parents died. May he rest in peace. Our sympathy goes out yo the whole family. He touched many lives.
Cheryl Long says
Judy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. A lifetime together is never enough. Rest in peace Glen.
Barbara Gallagher says
It was at one of our neighborhood get-togethers in your amazing garage that was the envy of any industrial arts aficionado that Glen told us he would make us a “screaming deal” on your truck/5th wheel, and thus began another level of our friendship with him. Ever helpful and kind, genuine to his core, with a contagious smile and laugh, Glen was a gifted artist, the neighbor everyone would want, a friend to be cherished, a light in his community, a gift to his family. Shortened life, but a long legacy.
Ted Barney says
Glen was one of my favorite teachers. Thank you Glen for being a positive influence on my life. Rest in Peace my old mentor.
Mike Frink says
Glen was such an influence in my life in both teaching and coaching. I still do a lot of woodworking and think of the things he had taught me all the time. My blessing to you Judy and family, he sure put his stamp on the world and was a great person. Rest in Peace Glen!
Larry Meeboer says
The Meeboer family is holding you up in prayer. Coach McLean was an amazing man in the classroom and on the hardwood. He held us to the highest standards and we are all better for it. We were in the best shape of our lives and when the 4th quarter rolled around we barely had a sweat.
Thank you, Glen, for being a great role model for me and inspiring me to coach! 🤠🏀
Pat Merchant says
Glen was a big influence in my life. Drivers ed….we went deer hunting in Grand Torino…..only coach.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and family. Glad I knew him.
Janie ( Meeboer) Nirider says
So sorry to hear of Glen’s passing. He was a wonderful teacher, coach and overall great person! Many prayers to Judy and family.
Mary ortega says
Glen was the light of many lives. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Judy may you know how much people are surrounding with love.
Chuck Fox says
R.I.P. Coach Mc. You helped mold me and shape me into the person I am today and I “Thank You” for that. You will be sorely missed here on earth, but heaven got a #1 draft pick. To the McLean family my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Reed Clevenger says
Saddened by the news but know that he is still smiling down on all of us. A great teacher, coach, and family friend throughout both of his careers. I will always remember using the shop equipment and benches as dribbling obstacles to heighten the basketball skills for Vicki, Darren, and I during the winter months, and the bond of his friendship, even after leaving Green River, he had with my parents. Our thoughts and prayers to the McLean family.
Walter U. Gomez says
Hello Judy and family, my sincere and most deep sympathies for a truly wonderful person. I worked with Glen in the insurance business and I never saw Glen say an unkind word about anyone. He was truly one of the finest and fun persons to be with. I know that he was kind husband, father and community person. I will always remember Glen and Judy in our travels. He is no longer suffering and is at peace with his loved ones. John: 11:25-26 ” I am the life, Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die”.
He will always be remembered. God you Judy and family
Larry E. Ethier says
I was a basketball coach in Rock Springs and used to coach against Glen in both girls and boys freshmen basketball. We had lots of fun challenging each other and Glen always brought out the best in my coaching. He was one of only a few coaches that I truly enjoyed coaching against, win or lose. I really had a difficult time reading about his passing, but the Glen I knew wouldn’t have wanted me to feel bad. His memory will always be a win in my life.
Larry Ethier
Will & Linda Hill says
Judy, Darrin & Vicki, our deepest condolences. Too many great memories to share of Glen but treasure them all! Take care.
Darren N. Clevenger says
I cannot imagine what kind of person I would have turned out to be without Glen’s influence. Judy, Darrin and Vicki, throughout the years, Glen provided me with important perspective and advice at numerous points in my life. It began when he was my little league basketball coach, continued through my high school years, and even well into my adult life. The last time I saw Glen, he was staying with my parents and I was home for a visit, and I made a big pasta dinner. He was so appreciative and effusive in his praise for that simple dinner that it jolted me out of the melancholy I was drowning in. I will forever be thankful that he was able to spend so much time with my parents while traveling and visiting his clients. He had such a positive impact on so many lives and I am so grateful that I was one of them. The way he referred to me as “DC” is something I will sorely miss but always treasure.
Todd Fabian says
Judy, Vicki, and Darren – sorry to hear the news. My folks keep me up to date on GR happenings. I have fond memories of the McLean family. Glen & Terry taught me a lot in the junior high/HS days. Sports, hunting trips, and in school -they were always around to motivate, support, and be genuine good fellas! All my thoughts and stories I remember bring a smile to my face like it was yesterday! RIP Glen.
Larry and Jeanne Johns says
Judy, our sincere condolences to you and family. Our family enjoy the wine bottle stoppers
Glen made. They are beautiful. Larry and Jeanne Johns