Neil D. McLellan, 85

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Rutland – Neil D. McLellan, 85, formerly of Marlborough and Neil D. McLellan, 85Hubbardston, passed away peacefully at home Monday Aug. 15, 2011, with his family by his side.

He leaves his cherished wife of 65 years, Jeannette C. (Lucier) McLellan; his children, Donna Woodward and husband Glenn of Raynham, Mary Ann Jordan and husband Dana of Barre, and Dana McLellan and partner Susanne of Worcester; three grandchildren, Jessica Woodward, Alexis James and husband Nick, all of Worcester, and Brett Jordan of Barre; two great-grandchildren, Madison and Mason James; a brother, Charles McLellan of Marlborough; two sisters, Catherine Fitzpatrick and Florence McNiff, both of Marlborough; and many nieces and nephews. He was father of the late Dennis McLellan and was also predeceased by hwo brothers, Donald and James McLellan, and a sister, Christine Pappas.

Born in Somerville, son of the late John and Florence (Chisholm) McLellan, he attended Marlborough schools before enlisting in the U.S. Marines in 1943, where he served in the South Pacific with the 4th Marine Division during World War II. Upon returning home from the war, he married his sweetheart, Jeannette, Oct. 6, 1946, and began a career in carpentry.

Mr. McLellan was a lifetime member of Carpenters Union Local 475. He was a construction foreman and superintendent for various companies in the Framingham/Boston area before retiring at the age of 80. He was a devoted husband, father and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid outdoorsman.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours Thursday Aug. 18, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St. (Route 122A), Holden. The funeral service will be held Friday Aug. 19, from the funeral home with a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick's Church, 258 Main St., Rutland. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery of Marlborough.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA Care Hospice, Development Office, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608-1280 or to a charity of one's choice.

For online condolences, please visit www.milesfuneralhome.com.

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