It is with sadness that I
recognise the passing of Hon. Mr. John Bonwell McLean, MLA, MEC on
Saturday, 24 August, 2019.

 He was devoted to
the East End community, which he represented in the Legislative
Assembly from 1976 to 2000.

Mr. McLean was elected at
a very young age, served three times as minister and did six terms as
an elected member.

He served on the Executive
Council, which is now called Cabinet, and advocated for development
throughout the Cayman Islands.

 In
his district of East End he is credited with the development of two
civic centres, which have served the people in that District well
during natural disasters. He also initiated the road, which bears his
name in East End.

During his tenure he had
responsibility for Agriculture, Lands, Natural Resources,
Communications, Environment and Works. 

Mr. McLean was an avid
farmer, being recognised many times during various Agricultural
shows.

As a sign of respect the
Cayman Islands Government will fly flags at half-staff Monday at all
Government sites and then again for two days before Mr. McLean’s
funeral, which has not yet been announced. 

He was a true Caymanian
and will be sorely missed. May his soul rest in peace.