Marilyn

McLean

Marilyn Behr McLean - September 9, 1946 - September 24, 2026, passed away peacefully in her home in Farmingville, NY surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, Marilyn attended St. Brendan's and then Mary Immaculate Nursing School.

She was a caregiver from childhood, as evidenced by her childhood stories of her treasured doll collection, and her babysitting jobs in her Flatbush apartment building. Nursing was her calling.

She began her nursing career at Southside Hospital and retired as a school nurse from the Sachem School District where she cared for the children of Wenonah Elementary School as if they were her own. Her office was standing room only....not a common sight for the school nurse.

She loved deeply and selflessly, always putting the needs of others before her own. Nothing made her happier than being surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Whether sharing stories, offering advice, or simply spending time together, she made every family moment feel special.

Her grandchildren were the light of her life, and she took immense pride in each of them. She loved fiercely, gave generously, and created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and unconditional love.

Though she is no longer with us, her love remains woven into the lives of those she cherished most. She leaves behind a family who will forever be grateful for her strength, kindness, and the countless memories she gave them.

She is survived by her children, Eric Swensen (Michelle), Kurt Swensen (Lindsay Krill), Krista Campbell (Tom), Leslie Rudolph (Rich) and grandchildren Kayla, Paige, Findlay, Payton, Cole, Kurt, Kieran, Kate, and Kevin, and her brother and sister-in-law Douglas and Kathy Behr, and sister-in-law Claire Behr. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert McLean, her parents, Andrew and Muriel Behr, and her brother Andrew Behr.

She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Weill Cornell Medicine Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Research Fund https://engage.weill.cornell.edu/give?fund=9b9ece0f-f73e-4f50-876b-0990c190f06d

Marilyn's visiting hours will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026 from 4:00 PM through 8:00 PM at the McManus-Lorey Funeral Home, 2084 Horseblock Road, Medford, NY 11763. A prayer service will be held during the visitation.

Marilyn's funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at the Church of the Resurrection, 50 Granny Road, Farmingville, NY 11738. Her burial will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Coram, NY.