Neil lost his battle from cancer on Monday, January 22, 2024 in his 72nd year. He was boy #4 for Harvey and Bessie (Callum) McClure’s crew. Eight boys and one girl in total. Raised on a farm just west of Walton.
Dear brother of Bill (Sharon) of Winthrop, Laverne (Nita) of Walton, Clyde (Cathy) of Walton, Rae of Forestburg, AB, Fred (Heidi) of Walton, Edward of Walton and Carolyn Johns (Gerald) of Exeter. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, step-children, close friends and cousins. Predeceased by his parents and one brother, Stanley (Donna).
Crippled by a tragic car/truck accident when he was 20 in 1974, Neil has always kept a positive attitude. Thinking about what he could do and not dwelling on what he could not do in a wheelchair. He attended Mohawk college after the accident where he graduated with honours and he went on to be a respected employee in the Insurance Industry. He was quite proud of the teardrop camper he and his brothers built. He traveled coast to coast with it behind his car.
In keeping with Neil’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date at Maitlandbank Cemetery.
Donations to Huronview, Clinton would be appreciated by the family.
To quote Neil not long ago, “I have lived a good life.”
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Murray and Sandra Pepper
Our sincere condolences to the McClure clan. Many good memories with the Seaforth Golden Bears football team. Slippery would say to Bill Whyte and myself, “Just open me up a little hole,” and he’d be through in a flash and take out the quarterback. One tough fellow! Bush parties and house parties, and running the roads with Slippery were a lot of fun. Memories to cherish.
Jean-Anne Smeltzer
To the McClure family my deepest sympathy.
Neil and I worked together for many years and kept in touch after he retired.
Neil was an amazing person and friend.
I will miss him dearly.
Rest in peace my friend.
Marian Finlayson
Sending my sincere condolences to all of the McClure families.
So sorry to hear that Neil passed away. Thinking of you all.
Mary Anne McNichol
My deepest sympathy to all the McClure family for the loss of a great guy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Neil is free of all the pain.
Mary Anne McNichol and family
Ken and Joan Campbell
Sending our sincere condolences to all the McClure family. Cherish all the Good Times and Memories you had together. Ken and Joan Campbell and the other Daughters of Archie and Cora Somerville.
Peter & Frances Kling
Great pictures … lots of adventures.
Sure looks like Neil loved the water.
Our condolences to all his family.
‘RIP Slippery’
Marg Pavkeje
To all the McClure family,
So sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. Thinking of all of you.
Clayton and Joanne McClure
So sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. We will miss him at the family gatherings.
Roy Dalton
I would like to send my condolence to MCCLURE family on behave of Neil. From Roy Dalton
Gordon & Irma Pryce
To all of the family; Our sympathy goes out to you all. Our prayers are with you all. Gordon & Irma Pryce
Fred & Ann Zwaan
Our condolences to Neil’s family, especially Carolyn and Gerald since they live in our area. We pray that your memories will carry through this difficult time and be treasured in your hearts. Fred and Ann Zwaan
Paul & Cathy Hulley
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories forever in your hearts.
George and Cathy McClure
Our deepest sympathy to Neil’s family.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Hold all the great memories close to you.
Murray and Chris McClure
We were sorry to hear about Neil. Our sincere sympathy to your entire family.
Marg and Bruce Lamont
To the McClure family. So sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. He will be missed but your memories will keep him close.
Donna and Harry Arts
We are so sorry to learn of Neil’s passing. Our deepest condolences to the entire McClure family.
Donna and Harry Arts
Gerald and Anne Ryan
Our deepest sympathy to all the McClure families and relatives of Neil. You will have great memories to keep and share.
Lynne Haughton
Uncle Gerald, Aunt Carolyn, Matthew, Evelyn and Richard and family.
Sending our sincere condolences in the passing of your brother, uncle and friend.
A life well lived!
Love: Lynne, Aldane, Jordann, Abbi, Jason and Jericho.
Mary and George Kreutzwiser
Many condolences to the McClure families. May all the memories be of comfort.
Larry and Faye Skinner
Carolyn, Gerald and family:
Our sincere condolences on the death of Neil. Cherish the wonderful memories you have of him.
Nick and Joan Whyte
Our Condolences to the large McClure family. Many memories for you to cherish.
Nick and Joan Whyte
Janet Buuck
My Deepest Sympathy Bill & Sharon and all the McClure Family!! Janet Buuck
Margaret Hern
Neil will be missed when next the McClure /Johns group are together at Gerald & Carolyn’s. He always arrived with a smile and rolled up to join the conversations and share a meal. I loved your photo gallery of a life well lived . What a smile! Joy full and abundant. Wheels up Neil. You are free.
Sincere Sympathy to all.
Margaret Hern
Emily Brown
My condolences to Neil’s family .
I worked with Neil for many years. He was an outstanding employee and a good friend to all .
Even after Neil retired, we kept the fellowship strong, often meeting for lunch or a Dairy Queen treat!
Rest in Peace my friend.
Emily Brown
Paul & Teresa Anderson
Dear Carolyn & Gerald:
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Neil. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Carolyn and family:
Sorry to learn of the passing of Neil. He will be missed by the Kirkton Woodham Optimist Club and more. Keep your memories close to your heart.
Our condolences to all.
Larry and Sharon Lynn
Carolyn, Gerald and family and the McClure family
We extend our condolences on the loss of Neil. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy Chambers
My deepest sympathy to all of the McClure family.
I was fortunate to meet Neil again at Huronview shortly after he had moved there. I saw his name and picture so spoke with him.
We had a great chat about the old days at the one room school we went to. He was so upbeat and positive.
He was so proud of the family too and wanted me to see the family pictures he had.
Thinking of you all.
Kathleen Chambers (McEwing)
Webber
Carolyn, Gerald & McClure Family
Our sincere condolences to all, thinking of you & knowing Neil will be missed.
A lovely picture, very handsome. Lots of good memories to share.
Sincerely Janice, Craig,
Katie, Sarah & families
Cathy McClure
To all of Neil’s family – siblings and nieces and nephews I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. Neil was an exemplary person and always brought out the best in people.
Lorne D Callum
We were sorry to hear of Neil’s passing and would like to offer our sincere condolences at this time to the family.
John and Sandy Ulch
Carolyn, Gerald and family
We send our sincere sympathy with the passing of your brother Neil. Thinking of you and your family.
Robert and Ruth
We are thinking of you
Helen Craig
Sincere Sympathy To the McClure Family. Good memories remain.
Liz (Pryce) Jenkin
My condolences to the McClure family
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother.
You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
James Weston
Carolyn and Gerald and family – Our sincere sympathy to all of you – our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen and Jim Weston
Patti & Dave Spence
Sending our sincere condolences to all the McClure family. I enjoyed the pictures of a life well-lived! Those sweet memories will sustain you in the coming days ahead.
Brenda Hern
Carolyn, Gerald and your entire family – we are very sorry for your loss. The pictures shared do show a good life lived. Thinking of you at this sad time – Ivan and Brenda
Tanya Fisher
Brayden, Brynlee and I send our deepest condolences to your family.
David Reid
Many great boating and cottage trips with Neil. Always enjoyed the adventure, or misadventure that went along with them. Great Memories. My condolences to the entire family.
Bill Whyte
To all
May your memories keep your hearts happy.
Bill and Regi Whyte
Ray and Dale Taylor
To all of the McClure Family,you have our deepest sympathy and Neil will not be forgotten with that forever smile of his I can picture to this day and you all can tuck those memories away he sure was special
Kim Kruse
I will always remember Neil for his optimistic outlook and his ever present smile. He lived his life to the fullest and made many memories along the way. Our condolences to the whole McClure family. Neil was a great guy and will be missed
Kim and George Kruse
Paul and Dianne McCallum
Neil was a friend to everyone who knew him
He always had a positive attitude even when his life changed
We will remember all the great times and laughs we shared
Paul Pavkeje and Colleen Kerslake
Carolyn and Gerald and the McClure family
Sending our sympathy and thinking about all of you at this sad time
Hugs
Paul and Colleen
Kathy Dale
Deepest sympathy to the whole family
Pam Benoit
To the Johns and McCLure families…
Deepest sympathy in Neil’s passing.
The Benoit Family
Diane and Mike O'Shea
Dear Carolyn and Gerald,
Sending our sincere sympathy in loss of your brother,
Diane and Mike O’Shea
Melissa Palmer
Carolyn and the McClure family,
I am so sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. I know I’ve heard Evelyn speak very fondly of him over the years. May your wonderful memories , as well as the love of family and friends, help carry you through this difficult time
Jane Cann
We loved your photos. Always a smile.
Sorry for your loss.
Rest in Peace Neil.
Brad and Jane Cann
Gloria Marcy
Condolences to the entire McClure family on the loss of Neil. Hoping that you find comfort in your memories of the time you spent together.
Gloria and Brian Marcy
Ray and Linda mcnichol
Neil had that “never say never” attitude. I don’t think in all the years we have known Neil did he ever lament of his being in a wheelchair. Enroute to the cottage rather late one Saturday night, we were stopped by the police. Neil never missed a beat when asked to step out of the vehicle…..he just invited the officer into the passenger side. Didn’t dampen our weekend! Still smile about the other things we did that weekend!
Don & Pat Jewitt
Condolences to all the family. Remembering some good times. (Slippery).
Robert and Liz Reid
Our deepest condolences to the McClure family.
Doris and Murray Clark
Condolences to Neil’s family and friends. He lived his life well and was an inspiration.
Cheryl and Bill Tong
Carolyn Gerald and family
I am so very sorry to hear of your brother Neil’s passing,
May he rest in peace
Hugs 🤗
Bob and Sharon Pavkeje
Sending our sympathy to the McClure family
Lynda Denham
Deepest Sympathies
Bonnie Beuerman
My sincere condolences to the McClure families.He will live on in all your memories.
Bob and Janet Hulley
Our sympathies to the whole family. He will be missed. That seemingly permanent smile is definitely what we will remember
Ron & Kathy Ward & Family
Thinking of all of Neil’s family at this difficult time.
Janice & Jim Robinson
We’re very sorry to hear about the passing of Neil. He showed us all what true courage was in the face of adversity. We wish we could make this an easier time for his friends and family.
With deepest sympathy,
Janice Callum Robinson (cousin) and Jim Robinson
Los Angeles, California
Rick and Margaret McInroy
To the entire McClure family,
Please accept our condolences on Neil’s passing.
He always enjoyed a great time, both before and after his accident.
Looking through the pictures, I was reminded of when a bunch of us were up at his cottage. He thought it would be a good idea for him to ride behind the boat in the tire!! It was fine as long as he was in the water, it was getting him out of the tire and back into the boat! After much struggleing, we succeeded in getting him back into the boat.
We all need to treasure those wonderful memories of Neil.
Keith & Gloria Wilbee
Our sympathy and condolences to all the McClure family. You all have each other and Neil had your support through out his life. Many great memories to share and cherish.
Linda & Jerry Traquair
Sincere condolences on your great loss.
Cliff and Elaine
Carolyn, Gerald, Matthew, Evelyn, Richard and entire McClure Family,
I love the pictures posted! I love his quote! Carolyn, Neil was a great supporter of your family. He will be missed at the next Johns/McClure Family event. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Teressa Orrange
We are very sorry to hear about Neil’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire McClure clan.
Thanks for sharing the photos of Neil and the family. Good memories to cherish.
Teressa and Jim Orrange
Marilyn Callum
My sincere condolences to the McClure family. I always admired Neil for his wit and advice.
Marilyn Callum (cousin)
Cliff Thomson
The Optimist Club of Kirkton-Woodham wish to extend our condolences to Neil’s family. Neil was president of our club in 2015-16 and also organized the bike rodeo for the kids. Neil’s attention to details always ensured that the bike rodeo went off like clockwork. He was an inspiration to anyone fortunate enough to know him.
Bruce McDonald
My sympathy and condolences to all the McClure family. Like all the McClure boys Neil was a great guy. I remember him from school and ran into him several times over the years at his work in London at Insurance Companies. We always had a good chat.
His life took an unfortunate twist in 1974 when he ended up in a wheelchair. I always admired how he handled it and carried on with life with such a positive attitude. He was one of the good ones.
Our thoughts are with all his family and friends at this difficult time.
Bruce McDonald, Hanover, ON
Elaine Floyd
My deepest sympathy to all of Neil’s family. He will be missed by so many.
Paul & Barb Storey
To the entire McClure family.
Sending you all our sincerest condolences at this very sad time. Neil certainly made the most out of each and every day. Thinking of you all in the days ahead.
Paul and Barb Storey
Jim and Robin Ballantyne
Dear Carolyn, Gerald, Matthew, Evelyn, and Richard,
Our sincerest sympathies to you and your entire family on this sad occasion. Treasure all the pictures and memories.
Jim and Robin
Merv and Maureen Agar
Our thoughts and Sincere Sympathy to the McClure family and all of Neil’s friends. Merv’s family enjoyed spending time with Harvey and Bessie and their family. Lots of great memories!
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Carolyn and Gerald
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure He will live on in your hearts with all the good memories you have. Dianne