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Obituary For Mr. Neil Antwan McLean
Neil A. McLean was born September 17, 1964 in High Point, NC to Betty McLean and the late Neil J. McLean. A beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, he will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
Neil graduated from Andrews High School in 1982. He married on December 22,1986 to his High School sweetheart, Virginia Michael they have been united in marriage for 38 years.
He was known for his strong work ethic and which he carried throughout his 20-year career at Dow Corning, where he retired in 2018. In 2024 Neil started a part-time career at Fastenal. He was respected and admired by his coworkers, who admired him as a role model and an unwavering pillar of commitment.
Outside of work Neil found joy in life’s simple pleasures and was an avid sports fan of the Dallas Cowboys and UNC Tarheels and Carolina Panthers and loved attending his rivalry High School Football games. He took great pride in maintaining his yard and home, always making sure things were just right. Whether it was cheering on his favorite team or enjoying time outdoors, he found happiness in staying active and engaged with his family, and joy of helping anyone around him. Neil will be remembered for his kind heart, steadfast spirit, and the way he deeply cared for his family and friends. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him loved and cherished him.
He leaves behind his devoted wife, Virginia McLean; his loving daughter, Nicole (Brickston) McLean-Moore of High Point NC; his mother, Betty McLean of High Point NC, his sister, Tamika (Wayne) Williams of Thomasville NC, Owenetta Cook Hamrick of Cypress Texas and brother- in- law, Martin (Sandra) Withers of Cartersville GA ; one uncle, Jerry (Octavia) Hill of Fayetteville NC; five aunts, Lula Baker of Greensboro NC, Helen McLean of Indian Head Maryland, Hattie Hill and Janet Graham both of High Point NC, Mary Austin of Greensboro NC; a god mother, Patricia Berry of High Point NC; goddaughter, Tanesha Outterbridge of Philadelphia; a godson, Trevon Bonner of High Point, NC; nieces and nephews he loved dearly, Brittani (Tommy) Harris, Ne'Vaeh Williams, Sandy Michael (Derrick) Whittaker, Terran Clinton, Tyrone Payne, Shemika (Keith) James, Jerel Withers, Stanley (Courtney) McCauley, II, Robert McCauley, Savon McCauley, Jamal McCauley, Juanterius Poole; and a host of devoted loving great nephews and nieces and cousins who will hold his memory close to their hearts.
May his memory be a blessing and his spirit continue to inspire all those whose lives he touched. In honoring his remarkable journey, let us cherish the love, warmth, and unwavering support he brought into the world, and strive to carry forward the kindness and generosity that defined his life.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church, 3400 Triangle Lake Road. Interment will follow at Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Sending Condolences to this family in the passing of your love one .May you find comfort in knowing We're praying for you..
May God bring comfort and strength.
My condolences to the family RIH my friend
Virginia, Sorry to hear of Neil's passing may God wrap his Loving arms around you and the Family. What great memories 😊 RIP classmate Andrews and Cowboys 4 ever!🙏🌹 Janet Young-Williams
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Ms. Betty and family, we were saddened to hear of the loss of your dear son. I pray you feel God's presence during your hour of bereavement. May you find comfort in the loving memories of your son, knowing that this separation is only temporary. We love you and our prayer is that God will strengthen and keep you all in the days ahead.
To my cousin Neil, I celebrate your life. I thank God for giving you to us. Your childhood home was the home to so many of us (cousins, neighborhood kids, etc.), but you graciously shared with us all. I can't recall a time when any of us felt unwelcomed. Thank you for always being so kind to me. You are and always will be my bonus big brother, my protector and I will cherish our memories forever. Love always, your cousin Fonda Hailey
Betty I send sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your son, I'm keeping you lifted in prayer
My sincerest condolences for the loss of Do Daddy Josephine
Virgina, Nicole and family may God strengthen you all during this difficult time.
Virgins, Nicole and family may God strengthen you all during this difficult time. I will keep you all in my prayers.
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Praying for you in your loss,memories are gifts our hearts receive to bring comfort as we grieve.Asking God to enfold you in His faithful love and comfort you with the cherished memories you hold dear.Aunt Peantie
In times of sorrow,when words of comfort are needed most,it seems they are most difficult to say....But may you find comfort in knowing that warm thoughts and sympathy are with you.
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Friend of McLean family sorry for your loss to Betty Nicole Victoria thank Gloria Robbins little
Sorry for your loss
ToThe Mclean Family Sorry for your loss praying for peace and strength Dorothy Buchannon
To the entire McLean Family the Baker family is sending our deepest condolences to your entire family at a time such as this. Our family go way back. God has come again for one of his children Do Daddy take your place and rest no more worrying nor pain.Tim, Debra, Ra'shaun Baker.
To my sisternlaw & Neice .My heart aches for you during this difficult time. This is such a shock to all of us my brother loved you both dearly.He was a wonderful husband and father, son, uncle and brother. Please know that I am here for you, offering love and support in any way you need.
In loving memory of a special Cousin Neil (Do Daddy) from all your cousins Of all the special gifts in life, however great small to have you, as our Cousin was the greatest gift of all ❣️❣️❣️❣️ May the wind of love blow slowly and whisper in your ear we love you and we miss you and wish you were still here🥹🥹🥹 Deep in our hearts.❤️❤️❤️❤️ Your life is kept to love and cherish, not forget ...No more tomorrows we can share, but yesterday's are always there...a silent thought 🤔a secret tear 😢keeps your memory ever near in our hearts forever❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
To the McLean Family Sending up prayers for comfort, healing and peace for your family. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Kandice Baxter
To the best brother-in-law that a man could ever want or ask for,You truly represented strength, poised and patience. You will be truly missed especially our conversations regarding life and especially football. I truly admire the impact that you have left on my family and heart you will never be forgotten rest in peace brother-in-law.
Roger Wayne Williams
Sending up prayers for comfort, healing and peace for your family. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Keeping you and your family in prayer. Love ShirlonBrown and family
Sorry for the loss and sending prayers for the family Auntie Hattie Hill
To the Mclean Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sending my condolences to the family
Dear uncle Neil, I love you so much I am so grateful that I was able to have you as another father figure in my life, you are so appreciated and I will always cherish the memories we have together, I do whatever I can for others in honor of you🫶🏽.
praying for the McLean family. Thelma, Paula, and Donna Thomas
Words cannot express the sadness I feel right now. Cousin you will truly be missed.
My best friend at work during our time at Dow Corning . He was a great guy. We talk about football all the time . I will always remember our times at High Point Andrew's and Reidsville games . He always talk about his family. Rest in peace my friend .
Sending condolences to the family during this time of bereavement. May God continue to comfort you.
RIP! Neil TWA! Red Raider 4 Ever 🙏❤️
Uncle, I still can't wrap my head around the fact that you're no longer with us. It feels like I'm trapped in a dream I can't escape. Your warm presence always had a way of making me forget all my worries whenever my children and I were around you. The joy you brought was incredible. Though you're gone, you'll never leave my heart. I will cherish our wonderful memories forever and strive to make you proud. You were an exceptional uncle, husband, son, brother, and a true family man. We miss you deeply, and I still can't believe you're no longer here. Yet, I find comfort in knowing you are at peace, watching over all of us who love you.
I been trying to find the words to say... It's hard to believe that you are gone 💔😢 Thank you so much for always loving me and treating me like one of your own.. You will truly be missed.. Rest Well Neil💙
Rest in peace, my brother, best friend,my second love you was our guiding light, always there to brighten our days. Though you've gone to a better place, your love remains with me lighting our path forward. I will continue to remember all our family memories in my heart, and treasure the time that cannot be erased. You're the best brother anyone could ask for .A good person gone too soon. Love, Your sister Tamika
You will be greatly missed, praying for your immediate family as well as being strong for myself!
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