James R. McLean

RENSSELAER FALLS-James R. McLean, 41, of Rensselaer Falls, NY, died tragically on Wednesday morning, June 4, 2025, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital in Potsdam, following a motor vehicle collision. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at the Ogdensburg Dobisky Center, from 10:00 A.M until 3:00 P.M., followed by a reception at Jame's home at 127 Old State Road, Rensselaer Falls, NY starting at 3:30 P.M. and will continue into the evening. Arrangements are entrusted to Frary Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., of Ogdensburg.

James is survived by his wife, Nichole McLean of Rensselaer Falls, NY; his children Abbigal Lynn McLean, Aiden James Robert McLean both of Rensselaer Falls, and Brielle Harley McLean. NY; his siblings; Justin Overton of Ogdensburg, NY, Matthew McLean of Ogdensburg, NY, Julian McLean of Ogdensburg, NY, Patrick McLean of Texas, Billy Durham, Shawn Durham and Missy Durham, all of Ogdensburg. His very dear niece, Lucia Skelly along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive him. James is predeceased by his parents, Robert and Sandra McLean, his brother-in-law Brandin Cervantez and his cousin Mike Nugent.

James was born on March 29, 1984, in Ogdensburg, NY, the son of William Durham and the late Robert F. McLean, Jr. and Sandra P. (Compo) McLean. He attended Lisbon Central School. James married Nichole Moore on March 6, 2010 in Ogdensburg. James worked for United Helpers in the maintenance department, and later for Tim Horton's in Ogdensburg.

He enjoyed music, especially playing his guitar, as well as woodworking and spending time on various hands-on projects. He also loved riding his motorcycle, going fishing, and being outdoors. Most of all, he valued time spent with his family and friends, especially his children.

Donations may be made in James's memory to the Richard E. Winter Cancer Center at 5 Lyon Pl, Ogdensburg, NY 13669; or to the Suicide Awareness Coalition, https://www.stlawco.gov/Departments/CommunityServices/STLCSAC
Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com.