Lillian Rhea McLean— 1909 - 2007

   Lillian Rhea McLean passed away peacefully at Fort Macleod on Monday, March, 26, 2007, at the age of 98 years.
   Lillian was born March 23, 1909, in Arcola, Sask. and moved with her parents, Will and Mary Andrews, to Fort Macleod on May 22, 1909.
   Lillian was predeceased by her husband Andy on July 23, 1966.
   She is survived by her son Graham (Gail) and two grandchildren, Gregory and Cassandra of Edmonton.
   Lillian was a faithful member of the Fort Macleod Trinity United Church. She started playing the piano when she was nine years old and was the church's organist for more than 70 years, playing for weddings, funerals and many other related church functions. She was also organist for the Eastern Star for many years.
   Lillian attended Normal school in Calgary and taught school for eight years at the school located south of Fort Macleod.
   Lillian, along with Ann Craig and Marion Reach, formed a group to assist the United Church Ladies Aid and called the group the Lewis Auxiliary in memory of Rev. Lewis, who served as the Trinity United minister from 1918-'20. She served as president for many years.
   Lillian was very involved in many community activities over the years and her dedication to her church and community was recognized when she was named Fort Macleod Citizen of the Year in 1980 by the Fort Macleod Chamber of Commerce.
   She enjoyed dancing and was an active Member of the Fort Macleod Square Dance Club for many years. She was also a member of the Ladies' Bridge Club. It was Lillian's love of music that prevailed and she played every time she was asked because she believed that one should use the gift they have been given. She said, on many occasions, that music had brought everything to her life to the piano, dancing and endless hours of enjoyment.
   Lillian moved into the Macleod Pioneer Lodge on June 16, 2000 and on to Fort Macleod Extendicare on September 30, 2002. The family wishes to thank the caring staff of Macleod Pioneer Lodge and Extendicare for their patience and dedication during her stay.
   Funeral service was held at Trinity United Church on Friday, March 30, 2007, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Eras Van Zyl officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery. Eden's Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, in care of arrangements.