MacLean, Christopher

Hubbards, NS

March 14, 1954 - November 29, 2025

“If you can do no good, at least do no harm.”

— Kurt Vonnegut

It is with immense sadness we announce the passing of Christopher MacLean at his Mill Lake home on November 29, 2025.

Born March 14, 1954 to Janet (Harnish/Shankel) and Donald MacLean. Hubbards was his home, where he tended the roots of his family, friendships, and community.

He was there to raise a mast or raise a glass.

He was an honest and gifted craftsman who built homes for people, much like the home he built for his own family, a place to make memories, and share our lives. Words cannot convey all that he was, and all that we’re grieving.

Chats while out and about, or long conversations and hearty laughs over good food and drinks. Solid recommendations for music or books.

A little jaunt in the cove or a long day sail, he loved being on the water.

The squint and glint in his eyes, as his grin would widen when he was feeling mischievous or happy.

The way he could hold a hard time with softness and humour.

Chris is survived by his family of Liz, Amber (Joe), Beaky (Andrew), and Nick (Rebecca). He is also survived by siblings Constance and Keith as well as beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents as well as his brother Leon.

We are so grateful during this difficult time for the love that he shared with us all, and the love that surrounds us now.

We invite our loved ones and community to join us in a cozy and relaxed gathering to remember Chris on December 13, 2025 at The Wyndy Crest (the yellow house directly beside the Shore Club) in Hubbards, Nova Scotia from 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m.

For those who are unable to attend we invite donations in his honour to The Hubbards Area Lions Club, a donation to your local food bank the next time you are grocery shopping or adopt a cat if you’re able.

With Love,

The MacLean Family