Florence McLain
December 5, 1929 ~ December 13, 2020
Florence McLain died on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at her residence in McLean, VA, with her loving husband John McLain, at her side. Born December 5, 1929 in Perth, Western Australia. Predeceased by her parents James and Florence Conlon.
After finishing business school in Perth in 1952 she went to London, England and worked for a firm of barristers. Then in 1953 she moved to Toronto, Canada and was employed by the Globe and Mail newspaper. In 1954 she was employed by the Australian Embassy in Washington, DC and subsequently joined the World Bank in 1956 and was employed there until 1977. During her time at the World Bank she travelled extensively internationally and went on lengthy missions to Pakistan and Romania. In 1968 she married her husband, John McLain and they also travelled to Europe, Australia, and the Caribbean. Florence enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing, and arts and crafts.
Her husband, John would like to express his thanks to caregivers Mimi and Sukie for their kindness and loving care during her final months. John cannot find the words to completely describe all the help, attention – at any hour of the day or night – kindness and generosity provided by Dr. Osman and Maryam Malik during the final years of Florence’s illness. Also, a thank you to all the neighbors and friends who helped during the final months. Funeral services and interment private. Those wishing to express fond memories of Florence and offer condolences can do so at www.moneyandking.com
After finishing business school in Perth in 1952 she went to London, England and worked for a firm of barristers. Then in 1953 she moved to Toronto, Canada and was employed by the Globe and Mail newspaper. In 1954 she was employed by the Australian Embassy in Washington, DC and subsequently joined the World Bank in 1956 and was employed there until 1977. During her time at the World Bank she travelled extensively internationally and went on lengthy missions to Pakistan and Romania. In 1968 she married her husband, John McLain and they also travelled to Europe, Australia, and the Caribbean. Florence enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing, and arts and crafts.
Her husband, John would like to express his thanks to caregivers Mimi and Sukie for their kindness and loving care during her final months. John cannot find the words to completely describe all the help, attention – at any hour of the day or night – kindness and generosity provided by Dr. Osman and Maryam Malik during the final years of Florence’s illness. Also, a thank you to all the neighbors and friends who helped during the final months. Funeral services and interment private. Those wishing to express fond memories of Florence and offer condolences can do so at www.moneyandking.com
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We have known Florence and John for 33 years when we first moved to McLean and became next door neighbors. We have fond memories of Florence enjoying gardening and giving us tips on caring for our flowers and shrubbery. Most of all, Florence was always so kind to pick up our two children from school on days when we were unexpectedly delayed in getting home from work. We knew the children were safe in Florence’s care. We will remember Florence as a caring and gentile neighbor and friend. Kathy and Dave Stoehr
John, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love, Janet Scharp