Joseph Raymond Ellis McLANE
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph Raymond Ellis McLane, at age 72, on December 2nd, 2023
Survived by his loving wife Ardith, sister Judy (Doug), son Mike (Leah), daughter Jessie (Lorne), grandkids: Austin (Christena), Kayla, Matt, Nolan, Taiylor, and great grandkids: Saige, Ezra and Aislyn.
Joe was born on August 28, 1951 in Sexsmith, Alberta. He started his career at 16 as a truck driver, a job he grew to love. He started out in Spirit River and moved to Edmonton where he married his first wife, Bessie. They welcomed their son, Michael and later their daughter, Jessie. Joe drove for several different companies until he bought his own truck The Old Timer with his friend Reg Watt. Joe did hot shot work and eventually he went hauling rigs. He did a stint in Fort Simpson as an expeditor, earned his millwright ticket and between working winters in Norman Wells where he met his current wife, Ardith. He got his millwright ticket, but trucking was still his passion. He bought another Kenworth and moved rigs in Boxlet, Grande Prairie, where he bought another brand-new Kenworth. He sold his trucks due to medical issues and moved back to Stony Plain to do highway hauling. Most recently Joe did pilot truck driving and driving rig crews to camp. Over the years Joe made many lifetime friends who enjoyed having a coffee and catching up with. He will be dearly missed by all.
I’m so sorry for your loss, I remember my cousin Joe always teasing me, he will be missed.
I think it’s been close to 32 yrs since I first met Ardith & Joe. I knew then what special people they both were and what a Great Couple too. Joe was definitely a very Sincere and Caring Gentleman..he could tell a good joke but he didn’t feed you a line of BS if you needed a little reminder! He will leave a void, many fond memories, long time friends and of course his much loved family. Farewell to one of the Best! Our Condolences Ardith and family. Pat& Dee Wilson… Jenny & Dylan(Crystal)Mckone
Our heart goes out to Joe’s family as we know how he will be missed.
Ardith, words cannot express the sorrow that I feel for you and your family. Joe was always there for you and he will be greatly missed. Know that you can always call on me when you need to talk. He was a great man and now he can rest easy without any pain. ❤️❤️❤️
I met Joe in 1997 working for Allnight Trucking. We had a few coffees and phone calls over the years, he will be missed.
Ardith and Joe were so happy together and we are so sorry for your loss.
Joe I loved trucking with you, we became good friends. I will miss you
Auntie Ardith, Brett and I loved Uncle Joe so much, we will miss our chats with him dearly. He always had a great sense of humour, he was extremely considerate and truly a wonderful person. Our hearts ache for the pain and sadness you are feeling as you grieve. Wishing you all the comfort during this difficult time. Loving hugs and support from Brett and I. Love Tina
My deepest sympathy. Joe had a real positive impact on my life. He taught me to drive a truck which has been my livelihood since then. I still own the truck he taught me on. God Bless him and his family.