Jeffrey O. McClean
April 10, 1953 ~ April 2, 2023
Born in:
Jamestown, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
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Jeff lost his 30-year battle with MS on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Eventide in Fargo, surrounded by his family, at the age of 69.
Jeffrey Otis McClean was born on April 10, 1953, the son of Otis and Florence (Baker) McClean, in Jamestown, ND. He grew up on the family farm in Ypsilanti and graduated from Jamestown High School.
Jeff was united in marriage with Elizabeth “Beth” Lyons on August 25, 1973, in Jamestown, ND. They made their home in Jamestown, where he worked as a machinist for Haybuster Manufacturing and was an active member of The Fraternal Order of Eagles. After moving to Fargo in 1987, he worked for Case IH and filled his time and garage with woodworking projects. He never found a household item that couldn’t be improved with a few tweaks of his own (even if he just painted it his favorite color, John Deere Green), another yard looking as well-cared for as his, or neighborhood snow he wouldn’t clean. He always grew too many tomatoes each summer and had sunflower seeds within arm’s reach. Over the years, he also enjoyed hunting, cars, and collecting toy tractors, but saved his biggest smiles for his introductions with each grandchild.
Jeff is survived by his wife Beth of Fargo; his two children – Michelle (Frank) Taracido of Denver, CO; and Bryan (Nicole) McClean of Argusville, ND; his seven grandchildren – Madisyn, Kaylie, Paisley, and Piper McClean, and William, Matthew, and Charlotte Taracido. Also surviving is his mother, Florence McClean; and his siblings – Julie (Loren) Hoeckle, Jon (Jody) McClean, Jason (Penny) McClean, Joel (Della) McClean and Jerome (Deb) McClean, brother-in-law, Michael (Brenda) Lyons of Centennial, CO; many other very dear relatives including several nieces and nephews.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Otis; his mother-in-law, Muriel Lyons; and his sister-in-law, Kathy Strand.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE SERVICE: 10 AM Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of life Center in Fargo – with a gathering one hour prior
BURIAL: will be held at a later date
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center. To sign the online guest book, visit our website at www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Services will be livestreamed on the funeral home website.
Services
Celebration of Life: April 15, 2023 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation: April 15, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
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Beth and family I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ll never forget watching Jeff working in the yard even when he was having a hard time getting around he was so determined to get everything done. Any man that loved his dogs the way he did just goes to show he was a good man.🌻
Deb Ludwig
Bless all of your love ones and shall keep all in my prayers Peace and Love
Deb & Steve Weber
All of you are in our prayers as the world mourns Jeff. He was a lovely kind man and I have so many fond memories of visits with him. He had a wonderful smile and a brilliant sense of humour. Often cracking a one liner which you couldn’t help but smile at. Take care of yourselves during this very difficult time. He would have wanted that.
Love, Kim, Mark, Madeleine and Dexter Percy
So sorry, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our deepest sympathy
Julie, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Marvin and Barb Cowley
I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with Beth and family.
Wishing the family of Jeffrey O. McClean peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Our heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Wishing you the best and knowing we are thinking of you and sending caring thoughts to you.
Our deepest sympathy,
BETH AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JEFF.
MY LOVE, HUGS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU!
Beth and family,
I wish I could be there to celebrate the life of Jeff, please know you’re in my prayers in the days and weeks ahead. I always enjoyed visiting with Jeff when I’d stop by. He’d show me what he was working on in the garage, so talented in so many ways! Jeff and Beth’s love story is my favorite. Young love turned lasting love for so many years, through sickness and health, good times and bad. Sending my love 💋JoAnn
Deat Beth and Family,
Lee and I were taken by surprise at the news of Jeff’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss and you have our deepest sympathy. We can remember having good times with you both at your home and Norwest Christmas parties.
May our Lord wrap his loving arms around you and your family and give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Sending hugs and prayers to you all.