Will McLain V, age 54, of Port Murray, NJ died Friday, October 9, 2015 at St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ. Will was born May 7, 1961 in Bangor, Maine. He grew up in Metuchen N.J.. He is the son of James Ogden and Carol Ann Sinkinson McLain
Will was employed by PSEG (Public Service Enterprise Group), Cranford, NJ as a Marketing Assistant. He was the Commander of the Lone Eagle Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. He had a strong faith in Jesus and served at Inverse Church as a worship leader. He loved playing guitar, singing, working on cars, fixing just about anything, and being with people.
He is survived by his daughter; Rebecca Allen and husband Paul Allen., his son; Sean McLain and wife Suzanne McLain, his finance; Renata Santos and her son Lucas, his parents; James Ogden and Carol Ann (Sinkinson) McLain, his brother; Scott Morton McLain and wife Margaret, his sister; Bonnie McLain Gerrity and husband Patrick, four grandchildren; Peyton Michael Allen, Emsley Grace Allen, Ava Elizabeth Allen, Ian David McLain, and five nieces and nephews; Emily, Will and Brodie McLain and Brian, Jack and Brendan Gerrity.
Visitation hours will be Tuesday, October 13 from 4 - 8 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 15 at 10 am at Church of the Messiah, 50 NJ-24, Chester NJ with a Repass to follow. Burial of ashes will take place at Hillside Cemetery, Scotch Plains, NJ following services.In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Matheny School in Peapack NJ. www.donate.matheny.org Will volunteered for Miles for Matheny for many years.
Friends and Family: As we are putting together details for the viewing and funeral we would like to form a collage of picture memories. If you have a picture of a time you spent with my Dad please write the memory on the back and bring the picture with you to the viewing and/or funeral to add to the collage board. Together we will make a beautiful memory board that will be displayed at the viewing and funeral. Thank you.
Condolences:
Tracy Kirk
#12
October 13th, 2015 1:28 pm
I worked with Will here at PSE&G. His PS family mourns him along with you. Wishing you every comfort in your grief. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Charlie and Clair Brown
#11
October 13th, 2015 9:15 am
Jim, Carol Ann and Family: Please accept our condolences on your loss of Will.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace forever.
Chastity Connor
#10
October 13th, 2015 9:08 am
Bill was the nicest man I have ever met. He will always be in my heart. God Bless him and his family.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Chastity Connor
Chastity Connor
#9
October 13th, 2015 8:59 am
With deepest sympathy, I send my condolences. Bill is a wonderful man. He will be missed. God Bless Bill and his family.
Tom & Marge Szypiotko
#8
October 12th, 2015 7:42 pm
The Saturday morning's we spent together, as "The Band of Brothers" (for the better part of 6 years) reading, studying and memorizing Gods word, but more importantly holding each other accountable before God & praying for each other daily that we would be able to stand firm as Christian men and serve the Creator lovingly and with great resolve.
Those were days like non other and I will remember and cherish them always in my heart where Will, will always have a special place as well.
Rest well with Jesus Bill, and keep on strumming; you will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.
Vanessa Hester
#7
October 12th, 2015 10:11 am
Today, my heart is very heavy with grief to hear of the loss of such a nice and polite man. It wasn't until today that I found out his name was Will. While I worked in the same location as he for the past 2 1/2 years, we never formally introduced ourselves but communicated daily on his walk to the men's room. He was so elated to welcome another grandchild and take his trip to Ohio. It's not often you meet such a gentle; yet loving spirited individual. I am truly blessed to say that I was fortunate to get the opportunity. One that I will miss immensely.
To the parents of Will: Fully grown, but still your child, a flower in full bloom, plucked in his prime. Press the precious blossom in the book of your memories, And there he'll remain in the garden of your love. May your hearts be comforted with the most beautiful memories of Will. My prayers are for the Creator to grant you peace during this most difficult time.
Vanessa Hester
PSE&G
Michael McNulty
#6
October 12th, 2015 9:07 am
Will was one of the kindest most gentle Souls I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I am a better human being for having been blessed with having known him.
I will keep Will in my prayers as I will his family and friends.
With my deepest sympathies,
Michael McNulty
PSE&G
Cynthia Estevez
#5
October 12th, 2015 9:00 am
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I had the opportunity to meet Will 7 years ago and he was a great mentor. He will be forever remembered.
Cissy Cuza
#4
October 12th, 2015 8:55 am
Will and I worked together at various locations for PSE&G, he was a wonderful co-worker. Always upbeat and smiling, always a friendly hello. He will be missed by many here at PSE&G. Prayers for your family for comfort and strength during this most difficult time.
Donna and Donald Lambdin
#3
October 11th, 2015 11:26 am
To all of Will's family: We are saddened to hear of your loss. He was fortunate to have such a loving and supportive family. May your grief be lessened by knowing he is with God.
Mimi Chu, CAP NJ003
#2
October 10th, 2015 10:53 pm
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad and difficult time.
Steve and Lisa Kiss
#1
October 10th, 2015 10:23 pm
May his soul rest in peace, I firmly believe that God will accept him with open arms for all the good he has done while he was on this earth. He will be forever in our hearts.
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