We welcome all to leave your comments, thoughts, condolences and messages of sympathy for the family, friends and everyone affected by the Tim McLean tragedy.
As this is a memorial tribute site, we ask that you please refrain from discussing secondary issues such as the legal case, the perpetrator, etc. Keep in mind that this is a memorial tribute and not a general forum about the crime.
There has been so much tragedy in this story. For one, who could believe such a horrific crime in Canada, and on a Greyhound bus of all things. What Mr. Li must be suffering from is one terrible mental illness and anguish to be able to (allegedly) inflict such brutal violence on another human being.
No amount of my consternation, tears or words will ever bring back Tim for his friends and family… to think that this was done without any motive against Tim and seemingly random is the final (and overwhelming) bit of unbelievable irony.
Godspeed and rest in peace, Tim.
Sheila
I have a young daughter and I don’t know how the parents of Tim are dealing with this and my thoughts are with you. There are really no words to bring him back and it will take a very long time to erase the craziness of this crime from your mind. Tim will also be in your hearts and there are a lot of people thinking of you.
Nat
My heartfelt condolences to all of Mr. McLean’s family and friends. Justice will be served but no matter what happens Tim will be with us all forever.
I visited Canada in 2004 and it was the most peaceful and friendly place. I cannot understand what drove this man to take the life of an innocent human being.
My best wishes to all friends and family.
Anabelle
We remember him for his friends.
My thoughts are with the family and everyone who know Tim McLean – he seems to have been universally described as above all being a nice guy.
RIP TIM
This is really scary to think that someone as innocent as Tim could be so heinously taken away by a complete stranger.
My kids and wife join me in wishing your family peace for the rest of time. Tim is in a better place.
I think all the info about this doesn’t need to be repeated here so I will simply send my love and thoughts to the people closest to Tim.
Like Sammy said, Tim McLean is resting in a (far) better place.
Kayla
C’est assez incroyable de penser que cela s’est produit au Canada… nous qui croyons que notre pays est si pacifiste et innocent. Je pense toujours que c’est le cas, mais je peux simplement offrir le peu que j’ai à la famille de M. McLean
mes condoléances et mes prières.
Gen.
Tim McLean A person that i never met or will ever meet! I sit in my office here in the San Francisco Bay Area reading the news or your death, I have cried for you, have shed tears for a man thats death came way to young and in such a horrible way! God please guide this young soul to a better place with no suffering and sarrow, watch over him and guide him to the light! Tim I pray for your family in this time of need.
I hope you find peace my friend, god bless!
My family and I would like to offer our deepest condolences. Tim’s tragic passing has affected so many people across Canada and around the world.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Tim and his family.
So sorry for what has happened…
I was at a loss for words reading all the articles about this horrific senseless murder and all I could think about was how he was my age. It is something like this that makes me feel guilty for complaining about the littlest things in life and makes me want to love myself sooooo much more and especially those around me. I pray for his family and friends and even though I am miles away my heart is with you.
Oh man, What can one say and how can one begin, I wish there was somthing I could say or do to sooth Tims families pain and make some sense of this unfair loss and terrible tragety…I wish I could turn back time and Tim missed that bus. There is truley hardly anything one can say that would come close to sooth pain and make some sense…but please know Mclean family and friends…by the sound of Tims life he was a good role model and definately now is an awesome example to the all people to live a life of respect, responsibility, Kindness and obviosly LOVE…how does this happen to good people like Tim…my sincere condolences, thoughts and LOVE for all of you. My heart is with you all. If theres anything I learned from this tragety is LOVE and appreciate love and everyone. IN LOVING MEMORY, TIMMY,..REST IN PEACE SWEET ANGEL FACE…ENJOY YOUR NEW LIFE IN HEAVEN…WE WILL LIVE, LAUGH AND LOVE IN YOUR MEMORY…PEACE.
I’m just speechless. My sincere condolences,thoughts & prayers are with the family & friends of a handsome young man who had his life end so horribly too soon … R.I.P. Tim
I just want to say that I heard about this tragedy on the news and though I’m here in the US, I wish your family all the love and healing there is. Its very obvious that Tim Mclean made the most of his 22 years and will be deeply missed.
As I still struggle to understand and accept this myself, I would like to send all my love and reassuring energy to the McLean family to help Tim in his new journey. Be assured your fellow Canadians are with you at this time.
Sleep well sweet prince.
So sorry
All i can say is this is a horrible crime that happened to what sounds like an amazing man. I send my thoughts and prayers to all of Tims friends and especially his family. Nothing we say will make it any better but hopefully in time knowing that so many people were touched by this story of a great man taken to soon will make you feel like you werent alone in your time of need.
Melissa
Rest in peace Tim… my heart goes out to Tim’s family and friends.
To Tim’s family, friends, and other loved ones: you have my prayers, condolences, and deepest sympathy for the loss, grief, and horror you must be experiencing. I wish you comfort and peace during this tragic time.
My very deepest condolences.
I had such a hard time believing this story as I read about it today, and like many here, though I had no idea that a young man named Tim Mclean ever existed I am shocked and bewildered. From Los Angeles to Canada, may bountiful healing come to you. You must certainly need it. All of us here want to contribute to that, and hopefully it is helping, if even in a small way. I wish you peace.
Mr. Mclean is in a better place now, even thou, his live was taken too soon. He left behind a lot of love, and great experiences with his family, friends, with, people who briefly knew him. For the rest of us, who never knew him, or met him, remind us that there are good people in the world, who for a certain amount of time, bring hope, and love to those whom need it, the most. God Bless, and my condolescences, to his family, and closes friends.
To Tim McLean’s family my deepest sympathy on these trying times. I was so horrified to hear this tragic story. I wish your family healing and peace and offer you my deepest condolences.
My sincere and deepest condolences and sympathies to Tim and his family and friends at this time. Rest in peace, brave soul!
From the stories I’ve seen, Tim was a joyous person with a clear heart who loved people and life. His smiling face has touched a lot of people all over the world.
Moving forward will be hard for his family and friends and I wish them strength and peace as they face the future.
Rest in peace Tim. You sounded like a great guy and it’s a shame you taken in such a horrific matter. My love and support goes out to your family and friends.
Rest in Peace now sweet Tim. May the memories of you and your smile comfort your friends and family at this time of sorrow.
Though I did not know you in life, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and your family during this time.
Amazing how little coverage this story got in the United states.
Rest in peace.
@ Jeff Tanner: Well you are right didn’t get that much coverage here in the USA, but that doesn’t mean many US residents (myself included) didn’t catch the news and… were equally shocked as our Canadian friends up north.
My deepest sympathies to his family.
Jennifer
Peace to the family.
I would like to offer my most heartfelt sympathy to this young man’s family, friends and associates. I find it impossible to even imagine their pain or understand the sensless act that has robbed them of their loved one.
James, Australia
Rest easy, mate.
Condolences to the family.
deepest condolences, senseless..just senseless
I am praying for peace from the Lord’s Holy Spirit to rest upon you during this season of pain. Jesus is sovereign, even in the midst of such anguish, he is sovereign.
I wish for all of Tim’s family and and friends my sincerest condolenses. May the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord be merciful and be gracious to you, may the Lord look apon you all in his favour and give you his peace. My prayers are with you
PEACE BE WITH YOU
I didn’t even know this man, but I just want to cry over his death. To all his family and friends, I send my deepest sympathies, though I can scarcely imagine what you are going through. I am so sorry.
For Tim, I will say a special prayer and may you rest in peace.
I can’t imagine the pain and confusion your family is feeling, but without cause your loss has made a cause. It has created an empathetic unity amongst thousands of people who are reminded of the brutality and the senseless acts that exist in this world. You’ve also made aware the true nature of so many, that positive reaction will hopefully be the result.
Rest In Peace, and go well.
So sorry for what happened. May you rest in peace
Bryce
Such a sweet young soul, so senselessly and tragically taken from his family and friends. The song is true huh? That only the good die young….. R.I.P. Tim
RIP Tim.
I believe that his death was not in vain. Canadians need to be able to carry sidearms for protection of life. (with proper training, licensing and screening of course) How many senseless deaths have to occur before we have the right to defend ourselves?
I am truly sorry for not only the loss of Tim, but for the horror his family must be feeling now. I have no words to ease that pain but please know that many people who have never met you, have been touched by this and will always remember. I hope that in time knowing that Tim will never be forgotten will be a small comfort to you.
Wishing you much strength.
I know that Tim has found peace in a peaceful place and my prayers are with his family and friends to find their own peace.
Words cannot even begin to describe the emotions running through me as I begin to type this rememberance to someone i’ve never met, but feel like i’ve known for years..My condolences to everyone who knew this young man whom I will call the oppitomy of happiness here on earth.. I’m sorry if this doesn’t seem to make any sense, there is just so many other things I want to say, but know I should not…. R.I.P. young man, you are missed immensely….
I think this wonderful young mans face and the tragedy which came to him is forever etched into my mind. I’m sure His family and friends know he travels where he wants now, and shares his wonderful smile with other Angels. Sweet rest young man
R.I.P TIM ITS SUCH A SHAME A INNOCENT MAN LIKE YOU LOST HIS LIFE TO SUCH VIOLANCE THAT ENDED A ANGELS LIFE BUT TIM NOW YOU ARE A TRUE ANGEL AND GOD IS COMFORTING YOU AND YOU REST IN HIS ARMS TO YOUR FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE AND YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS
Words can’t express the emotions that follow a terrible act such as this. My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this young man. I’ll keep you in my prayer’s. May God give you the strength to move forward. Rest In Peace Tim
There are no words to express the sorrow felt for Tim, his family and his friends. I did not know Tim, in time I hope everyone will be able to remember how he lived and not just how he died.Deepest sympathy to all whose lives he touched.
To the family and friends of Tim,
My families thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and beyond. Time doesn’t heal all wounds however time will diminish the horrible pain and replace it with your fond memories of the young man taken far to soon. I really wish I could have met him, he sounds like he was a remarkable man with a flair for life and adventure. We all wish we could have his zest for life. He sounds like he wasnt scared of following his passion for travel, meeting new people and doing exciting things. RIP Tim
Sharlene
Saskatchewan Canada
Prayers for the family of this tragedy.
I didn’t know this man. My hope is that years from now we remember his name and have forgotten the name of the monster who took his life.
I hope the family can find some peace.
To Tim’s family and friends,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I wish I could have been there to help Tim when he was attacked. Although I never met Tim, not a day will pass hereafter when I won’t think of him and his family.
God bless Tim McLean and his family and friends.
Russell
Montreal, Canada
i didn’t know this man
but my sincere condolances go out to the family
only the good die young
rip
This poor man suffered and died for no apparent reason and now some so called “church†wants to picket his funeral? I am appalled. Let his family have some peace. Haven’t they suffered enough losing their son to such a horrific crime? This church needs to find another venue to spread their message. Today I am ashamed to be an American.
Rest in Peace Tim. God Bless Canada.
What can one say to such a tragic loss?? I hope it helps to know that other people feel your loss and pain, and that you are not alone in this and that the world feels your loss even though we didnt know this young man , May God give you comfort and peace in time he will heal your hearts ……R.I.P Tim….:(
I want to tell everyone that knew Tim, was related to Tim, who cared for Tim, who loved Tim how truly sorry I am for this sad loss. Everything I have read on his my space, espcecially the part “the people id like to meet” just goes to show what a wicked, great, loving, caring, awesome person he truly was. You should be so proud that you all knew and got to love such a great person. Keep your spirits up and keep thinking of all the good memories!!! In time all will heal. I am so sorry again. My heart truly is breaking.
I feel very sorry about this tragic incident. It’s out of my imagine why this happend. I just want to tell his family and friends my sincere condolances.
It sounds like he was a very nice guy. And it’s so sad, that an innocent young man has lost his life.
My prayers are with his family and friends.
(I’m sorry about my English, but It’s not my mother tongue.)
I did not know Tim but every time I think about how his life was brought to a halt like that I feel sick to my stomach. I can only offer my deepest sympathy to his family & say that every man, woman, and child that has heard of this tragedy are in a constant state of shock. It could have been anyone on that bus….or anyone on any bus. May God let him Rest in Peace.
In all my years on this earth I would have never imagined something like this ever happening. It’s such a tragedy to lose anyone, but losing them in this manner is just so wrong. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. Rest in peace Tim. God Bless us all!
R.I.P. Tim. To his family, here is to the hope that everyone can live in the light of his love, and not in the darkness of his death. No words can ease your pain, and time will only ease it. With kindest regards, my prayers are with your family during this tragic time, and always!
This is one of the saddest stories I have ever heard. My heart and prayers go out to Tim and his family. Tim is at peace now, his family and friends are left with the heartbreak and sorrow. May they find comfort, strength, and peace, in the days ahead.
My sincerest and deepest condolences to Tim’s family and friends. I cant imagine the heartache you are going through. after reading so many things about tim he seemed like an amazing guy that touched so many peoples lives. as the saying goes ‘only the good die young’ remember all the good times you shared with him as memories last forever!
RIP Tim, you will never be forgotten!
I didn’t know Tim personally, just like alot of people who are messaging and I won’t tell the board that everything will be okay becuase for the time bieng, it would probably seem completely impossible. But I wish you the best of luck and just really hope that despite all the media coverage and constant reminders, that the family can finally put it behind them and keep in mind that even though he is gone, he has still made a great impact on people who didnt even meet him.. thousands, to be exact. It’s really something when canadians all over are gathering around to form a human wall for this one person to ensure that at their moment of rest, Tim Mclean can have the reunion he had been waiting for with those closest to him.
Our prayers are with the family and friends of this young man. May Tim rest in peace.
I only read about this online, I have no personal connection with Tim or anyone involved, yet I’ve found myself obsessed with how horrific it is. I can’t get the graphic depictions of how it all happened out of my mind. Words cannot describe how bad I feel for his parents, friends, relatives and the other people on the bus. How anyone could possibly ever laugh, smile or even live their lives after such horrific event is unimaginable. I hope you all can take solice in knowing that there are others in the world who are thinking of you.
I didn’t know Tim but I truly feel sorry for his family and his
friends. Rest in peace and god bless him, his family and friends.
To the family and friends of Tim, you have my deepest sympathy for your loss, it is truly tragic that things like this can happen. Even though I have never met him, he seemed like such a nice guy and I feel the sadness of his passing. Rest in Peace Tim. God Bless.
Never have I been so moved by the passing of someone outside my own family as I have yours Tim! We never met, but I know I would have been proud to call you friend! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace in the here after….
I sincerely give my condolences to the family of Tim McLean. Even though many (including myself) do not know this man, this senseless tragedy has left the entire nation shaken… May his family find peace in this time of need. My thoughts are with you all.
RIP Mr. McLean.
To Tim’s family,
My heart aches for you and Tim. What incredibly strong people you must be! I am sure he’s proud of the dignity you’ve shown. I hope you will all find peace some day.
I can’t even begin to describe how horribly senseless this tragedy is. It’s horrifying and surreal. What I don’t understand is why security is so lame still in so many situations?
I would sue the bus company for having crap security.
This just isn’t right.
If security is so intense for airplanes, why not for for trains and buses? It’s the same thing. I mean, subways would be tough, but busses and trains should definitely have proper security. That psycho shouldn’t have had a weapon like that on him!
My heart goes out to all those who loved Tim. This breaks my heart.
I am a girl from Hungary. I am really sorry for Tim, what happened to him is unbelievable and terrible, from the time I heard the case in the news, I think of him everyday. I would like to offer my condolences for the family. I wish you a lot of strength. Bad deeds will be defnitely punished if not on the earth, than after life and the killer will pay for what he did. And the innocent persons like Tim will be rewarded in heaven.
God bless you Tim.
Anita
I feel so sorry for your loss.
Although I did not know this young man, my heart aches from such a horrific and tragic event committed upon him, his family, friends and humanity. Hopefully Tim’s family can find some solace in knowing that
people from around the globe (Upstate NY, USA here) have been shaken by this and offer heart felt condolences. May Tim find peace in his every lasting rest and know that he has touched more hearts than he could have ever imagined. Keep him in your memories and his family and friends in your prayers. PEACE!
A Showman’s Tribute to Tim
No ferris wheel with circling lights
Glitters across the quiet nights.
Bird music has replaced the sound
Of barker’s calls and merry-go-rounds.
Tent canvas folded, stored away
Steeps in no sun for us, this day.
Visitors at Life’s carnival
Did we bring something to you all?
After drudging at mill or desk
Did you find us picturesque?
Did you enjoy a thrill, a laugh
Then let this be our epitaph,
We showmen with our lags unfurled
Toiled to bring brightness to this world.
Though grace and mercy are a need
For us, as for all of Adam’s breed.
Hopefully now, with freshened eyes
We wait God’s show of Paradise.
RIP Tim McLean
Losing a child is hard enough, but I cannot even begin to imagine the anguish felt by the family of Tim at knowing the horrible way he was taken. He was very blessed by a loving family and I am hoping they will realize that while he may not be here physically with them he is with them and watching over them. May you find peace and support from each other during this very painful time in your lives. You will probably never get over what has happened, however, may you find peace in realizing that Tim still lives on in each of you.
My heartfelt condolences to Tim’s family as they try to find sense and healing after what has happened.
TL
Ontario Canada
To Tim’s family, friends:
I am terribly sorry for your loss. You have my prayers, condolences, and deepest sympathy for the loss, grief, and horror you must be experiencing. I wish you comfort and peace during this tragic time.
Woa holy crap! God Bless this man and his family for what was endured. He is being taken care of now, with God.
To the Family of Tim McLean,
Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss of your beloved one. I can only imagine the hardache the family feels. My prayer is that his soul is resting in peace.
God bless.
It was saddening when I heard the news of this brutality that was directed toward this innocent person. It is a ashamed that we live in a world that can sometimes show such evil. Who knows what was in the mind of the person and why he decided to do such a evil and inhumane deed and why he chose this young man to act on. God will deal with such actions.
I hope the family and friends of Tim can find strength after loosing a cherished member of their family. Tim is a stranger to me but when I heard of is ordeal my heart sank to it’s lowest point and I shed a tear for him and his family and for all God fearing and compassionate people. God Bless Tim and may his memory be eternal.
George
York, Pennsylvania
As a first generation Chinese immigrant myself, It causes me great shame that another Chinese man, one who has come to this country being trusted by fellow Americans, would do such a heinous crime against someone.
My thoughts and love go out to Tim’s family and friends. May Tim rest in peace knowing that in the end, justice will undoubtedly be served towards that horrendous excuse of a man.
I didn’t know mr. Tim Mclean I can’t believe this it’s to horribly for words! I wish his frends an family senseless this tragedy!
God bless him.
Sorry for my English translating. Dutch is my language
My deepest sympathies go to the friends and family of Tim McLean. The photos posted on the Facebook site by Tim’s friends have helped me appreciate the kind, happy, and thoughtful person he was.
Tim will live on in your wonderful memories of him.
What a way to go. I was horrified when learning of this story. I could not sleep and I could not even imagine what he went through. I heart and sympathy goes to the mclean family. Judging by all the stories and his own profile on my space, Tim seemed like an awesome guy. He lived life to its fullest, loved to travel and meet new people. He was taken too young, Although i did not meet Tim i feel like i have met him because the tragedy was always in my mind since learning of the story. I hope security measures are to become more strict on buses because of this. I hope families in the whole world have loved ones get help when showing signs of needing it because if vince li got help when needed he may have not commited such of horrific crime. Rest in Peace jokawild, you’ll always be remembered.
Joe from victoria, vancouver island
I have been praying all day that Tim’s family is able to say goodbye in peace. The funeral is going on right now, this is my way of being involved in it.
I have a 2 year old daughter that now, I can’t look at without seeing Tim’s smile. How odd considering I never met him. This has left a scar on my spirit that will never go away. Tim has touched people worldwide now, in my eyes we all have a new angel. A bratty wonderful one.
It’s 4:44pm on Saturday Aug 9 2008, now I say rest in peace beautiful Tim and help your parents, family and friends deal with your leaving them so young. They will always need you. Show them you are always here.
I just kissed my daughter in Tim’s memory and taking a very quiet silence for everyone at the funeral.
I just read that those animals didn’t show up to the funeral and I am crying so much now. I can’t explain how happy I am for that.
I’ll just believe it was Tim protecting his family and friends today from anymore un-needed pain.
Tim…you are forever in my life and hear.
Words cannot express the extent of this meaningless tragedy, nor can they express the depth of my sorrow for the family and friends of Tim. Just know that he will never be forgotten, and he will outlive most of us in the memory of the world.
“We shed as we pick up, like travellers who must carry everything in their arms, and what we lose will be picked up by those behind, never forgotten. The procession is very long and life is very short. But there is nothing outside the march, so nothing can be lost to it.”
My heart breaks for the family and friends of Tim. I saw this online and I was so shocked and saddened by his passing. May you eventually have some peace with this, wihile I realize that you will never get over the loss of Tim, some day I wish you only the fond and loving memories of his life.
Your death has really affected me, on the other side of the world in Ireland. It was so senseless and horrific. I hope you are at peace now.
This story has been so tragic…i am so sorry to all the family and friends of Tim McLean!! This could have been my 22 yr old brother. You all are in my prayers! May no mercy be shown to that man!!!!
Our heartfelt condolences to Tim’s family and friends. Know that we pray for Tim and for them to find some peace in this senseless horror.
My deepest condolences.
What a horrible thing to go through… but Tim, you’re in a much, much better place now. Please keep looking out for your family and loved ones.
May God bless you all.
I don’t know how to express my sadness,just want to say: all the best in paradise.
I am so sorry this horrific tragedy happened to Tim. This should not happen to anybody. I would like to extend my condolence and sympathy to Tim’s family and the ones who loved him. Hope Tim rest with peace and his family heal from this painful loss.
To the family and friend of Tim,
I know you are suffering such a great deal at this time. I am so sorry for the loss you have experienced. I pray that God will bring you peace and comfort in your times of need. Please know that many people are praying for you. God be with you
My heart goes out to the family. Words can not express the sadness and heartbreak I feel. May the good lord guide this family through this difficult and trying time. R.I.P. Tim Mclean
I am a mother and have a son.Last night was pretty hard for me as I lay there thinking of Tim, and my son, and the unimaginable pain and grief of the loss of a child.I tell you, it was unbearable. My heart goes out to Tim and his family. I think about Tim pretty often, and how, a complete stranger like me, has grown so much love and compassion for him AND his family.
***WE ARE BEHIND YOU! FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE! ALL OVER THE WORLD! PLEASE KNOW, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!***
We feel your pain, share your love, and pray our prayers in tandem with your prayers. Tim is in a better place, with GOD. Bless his soul and family. You are in our hearts forever loved one!
Jill, Ijah, and our family and friends…from San Fran-su6k8free.CA.liforn.I.A.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and everyone that had to witness such horror.
My condolences to Tims family and friends,and may God give you strength to cope with your loss–Hollywood florida
I did not know you. But, you seemed like a really cool guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rest in Peace Tim. God Bless Everyone.
I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting and knowing Tim. From what I learned about him over these past few days, I believe that he was a kind soul and an incredible person. I also see him as a normal person just like me. We enjoy a lot of the same things such as music, tv shows, and share the same opinion about movies. I see Tim as someone I could admire, and someone I would be friends with.
Tim seems like he understood life the way so many do not. He seems like he took advantage of it and enjoyed every moment. Tim is unstoppable. He was an amazing person in this life and he will be in the next.
My heart and my thoughts are with Tim’s family, friends, and anyone who was blessed enough to know him.
I believe that Tim is free from this world of evil and in a place far greater than we can imagine.
May his soul rest in peace.
This is such a tragedy. My condolences go out to Tim’s family and friends. R.I.P. Tim. The world mourns your loss.
I can’t even find the words to say how sad I feel when I think about what happened to your son..brother..nephew..friend. Even though I didn’t know Tim, I have thought about him and what happened every day since I found out a week ago. I have thought about you, his family and friends and just feel so horrible at what you are going through and what he went through. I actually cry about it sometimes. There is probably nothing anyone can say that will ease the pain you feel. But I wish there was. I am so sorry for your loss. Tim won’t be forgotten. Even by people who never knew him. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in happy memories of him.
My Sympathy and Condolences to Tim’s Family and Friends as well as the other folks that were witness to this horrific situation. Tim IS at peace now and in my prayers!
one of the two poems I wrote for Tim……
“He Left Us”
Like a whisper in the night
He was silently taken
Into the gates above
To fill our skies with happiness
He left us, with his love
Some unknown and others Friends
He meant the world to all
He fought the battle to the end
He left us, standing tall
For Tim McLean was a strong willed man
His passion was sincere
He’s in the hands of God above
He left us, with no Fear
We all should take a look at Him
The way that he’d convey
His joy and strength and love for life
He left us, just today
So think of him before you sleep
And help him stake his claim
The Legacy he left behind
He left us, with His name.
Sleep well Tim….
- Rick Petherick ®2008
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
I extend my heart and sympathy to all those who loved & knew Tim McLean, the world truly will miss him… T.C.,VancouverBC
Joey Bartleman wrote:
August 9, 2008 at 4:37 pm
What a way to go. I was horrified when learning of this story. I could not sleep and I could not even imagine what he went through. I heart and sympathy goes to the mclean family. Judging by all the stories and his own profile on my space, Tim seemed like an awesome guy. He lived life to its fullest, loved to travel and meet new people. He was taken too young, Although i did not meet Tim i feel like i have met him because the tragedy was always in my mind since learning of the story. I hope security measures are to become more strict on buses because of this. I hope families in the whole world have loved ones get help when showing signs of needing it because if vince li got help when needed he may have not commited such of horrific crime. Rest in Peace jokawild, you’ll always be remembered.
Joe from victoria, vancouver island
These words are absololutely perfect and reflect what i wanted to say!
Lets hope that Tim’s family get some form of “closure” now the funeral has been and gone, I’m glad that the fools from WBC didn’t show up!
I have sent a donation in memory of Tim.
RIP Tim McLean
Tim, I’m so very sorry that one of my fellow human beings did this terrible thing to you. I can’t get you out of my mind. I will remember you for the rest of my life. Thank you for being the beautiful soul that you were in your short life on earth. I wish your family and friends peace and courage. With love.
My condolences to the family. I was disgusted by the horrific nature of this attack. As another poster said the good do die young. May you take comfort in your memories of Tim.
So to further exploit victims, we make websites after them. Congratulations on making this a bigger circus act than it already is.
…And people wonder why things like this are made into jokes only weeks later…
May God’s loving Arms embrace your family during your horrific loss. Tim is no longer in any pain and I’m certain he would want to be remembered with smiles and laughter…though that will be hard now, one day it will be natural to think of Tim and all of the memories he left behind with laughter and love! Your family and friends are in our prayers with love.
I thought the worst I’d ever heard of was the woman in Dallas, Tx that had hit the homeless man and then left him in her garage on the hood of her car for 3 days to die an extremely painful death. I am still as taken aback by this incident today as I was when I first heard about it. It will be a bit of history that will never leave my memory for as long as I live. The same is and will be true for this one. I did not know Tim but feel a “human” connection to his spirit. My prayer is that he’s with our Lord and Savior working the carnivals up in Heaven;-) To his family and friends…seek comfort in God’s word and work…I pray for you all as well…may He comfort your souls, temper you hearts, and easy your minds during this trying time. Dear God bless and keep the McLean family and Tim’s friends. We know that you have a hand in everything and you will see them through this tragedy. You are the Alpha and the Omega and we praise, honor and rejoice in your name…Tim RIP my brother…Amen!
Hearing about these upsetting,painful death was shooking to me.And to all The McLean Family such as the friends of Tim ; “may my thoughts and prayers go out and be with you” ;A tragic like this,takes time to heel and i can really relate to this;ive lost my best cousin Jan 24 0f 2008.And for that heres my sorrow and faithful quote.Rest In Peace Tim McLean,Jr
Before this tragedy Tim McLean was loved by his family and friends,after this tragedy Tim McLean is loved by an entire nation. God Bless you Tim McLean…..Rest in Peace.
My condolences to the family and friends of this young gentleman that has passed before his time.
I hope that you find the strength in your hearts to go forth and only remember the treasured memories of Tim.
My biggest condolences go out to his gf and his closest friends. This should not have happened.
I would totally agree with you to tighten up the security on the Greyhound and intercity buses.
I hope you find the strength to move forward from this.
May God be with you forevermore.
With prayers from Ontario.
I don’t know what I can say, there really aren’t words to describe this horrible time. All I can offer are my sympathies to his family and friends. I didn’t know Tim but I know that he didn’t deserve it. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
First of all I want to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Tim Mclean. Your loss is one that a human being should never have to experience. I hope that the support of your loved ones and each other will help you during this time. I hope that the support from the entire world shows you that Tim’s life has touched us all. People die every day in tragic ways but there is something about Tim that has touched the hearts of the world- not just because of his death but because of the warmth of his eyes in the pictures we see, the words he has written in life and his loved ones descriptions of him. I know that Tim’s name is one that I will never forget, and although I never knew him I will remember his spirit. The free spirit that comes with the love of life and the adventure of exploring what the world has to offer. The values we should all live our life by. Human beings are all connected to each other. This is why the world cries together at tragedy and fights together to ensure that justice prevails. One person’s life really makes a difference in this world. We need the Good people to help us fight the good fight. God Bless you Tim. You will be remembered.
I Just cant express my sorrow enough to the Mclean family I just hope that wasnt Tim’s daughter in the picture on this website ,that would make this story harder ive never been inspired to look up a story i only heard about, but trust me 99% of the world are as outraged as i am about it ,they just havent found this way to tell you …….keep the faith and makes sure Justice gets served so sorry for your loss
My deepest condolences go out to the Family & Friends of this young man. I cannot imagine the immense pain and sorrow the family is going through.
My prayers are with you in this very time of need.
May he rest in peace.
& May god bless you all.
I cannot even begin to imagine what the family and friends of this young man must be enduring. To lose a child in such a horrific manner is absolutly haunting. As a parent you want to do everything you can to protect your children. But at some point you have to let go. When something like this happens you feel so helpless…like how could someone do something like that? So many questions run through your mind. It’s just absolutly terrible. My thoughts and prayers go out to the people who knew Tim and loved him the most
I pray they stay strong and stick together to get through this tragic time.
Mes condoléances à la famille. Quel horreur!!
Although we may think that Canada has sunken to a new low, this is not the case… Canada is a great and peaceful country, but this terrible crime shall never be forgotten and Tim McLean will be remembered.
Antonio
As a Canadian I cannot help but notice how many postings there are from our American friends and people all over the world,I did not know Tim McLean but after hearing that he was such a “people” person from all walks of life,something tells me he would love this memorial.
To all of Tim’s family and friends. I pray that Tim will be remembered because of the man he was and how he lived and not be remembered because of the way he was taken. I pray that everyone will love a little more, create memories that will last forever, and always remember to say I love you! If I have learned anything from this is that you can’t control people or what evil may reside, but you can control how you choose to live your life and treat others. Tim touched so many in life, and unfortunately even more in death. His family already knew how special Tim was….now the world does too! Tim spirit lives on in your heart and in your memories…that can never die. GOD BLESS!
Tim We will miss u soo much. U did not deserve this and io hope this man pays for all the hurt and pain he has caused not only urself but ur friends and family. R.I.P. U were and will always b in my heart!
May god be with Tim’s family and friends.
Rest in peace Tim, and look over your family from time to time.
Bring them the memories of your love.
STILL TO THIS DAY,I CAN”T BELEIVE THAT TIM HAD TO BE TAKEN FROM HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS,,,,IN SUCH A HORRIFIC WAY,BUT TIM IS IN GOD”S HANDS NOW AND HE WILL TAKE CARE OF TIM,,,,UNTIL HE IS UNITED WITH HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
THIS HORRIFIC NEWS HAS SURE BROUGHT A NATION TOGETHER BY ALL OF THE SINCERE MESSAGES AND THAT GOES TO SHOW YOU THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE “WHO REALLY CARE”
GOD BLESS TIM,HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS
I pray that God will give Tim’s family the peace of mind they so need right now. I pray the Angels of God will calm their troubled and saddened souls and i pray that God gives them the fortitude of heart to bear this untimely loss.
Tim, you’ll be missed sorely. Rest in the bosom of Christ peacefully.
We never understand this evil and we are very angry for what happened with Tim….
The only thing I can think is God has needed him as angel.
R.I.P Tim
For the family; Love never dies and lot of strenght
For Tim’s Mother, Father, Family & Friends
I have a 25 year old daughter myself, I am so very sorry, from the bottom of my heart, there are no words that can comfort any of you right now, but please know that young people like my daughter and those of my generation, ALL people, are touched by little bits of info about what kind of a young man Tim was, just like every Mom’s kids at that age. My heart is full, and we will continue to pray for all of you and for Tim, who is now with God, whatever any of us believe Heaven to be, your boy is there, you must believe that, because nothing else makes sense. God Bless you all.
With Sympathy and respect,
Irene and Erica Smith
Caldwell, NJ, USA
i never knew you tim
but your uncles i knew well
im feeling all their pain
in sorrow my heart swells
a smiling face and infectious laugh
you brought the world some sun
may that light you cast upon us
shine on us here as one
a twinkling star a glowing moon
i vision you in mind
GOD needed a special angel
and joka wild was HIS find RJM/08
Words cannot express the deepest sympathy that people throughout the world have for the family and friends of Tim McLean. I know that God wants to fill your hearts with more love and compassion that is beyond human reason. Tim is at peace in heaven. May his family and friends be filled with the peace that one day they will be united with him. Millions of us throughout the world lift you all up in prayer. Are hearts are with you, and God be with you all.
A senseless act and it really affects us all. May God shine his light on Tim’s family and guide him to peace.
I can’t tell you how saddened I was, when I read the story about Tim. My heart and prayers go out to Tim’s family. This should have never happened. RIP Tim.
As well as Tim’s family and friends I would also like to let all the passengers and driver of the Greyhound bus who had to witness this horrific event know that they are in my thoughts and prayers.I hope they are getting all the support and help that they need.God Bless.
My heart goes out to Tim and his family. He didn’t deserve this. May he rest in peace
I feel so much for him and for everyone who witnessed this… He did not die in vein, because everyone will come out of this sad, yes, but strong. The love is so so strong. I am 20 years old, and a mother. I cannot even FATHOM his parents’ pain. I do love and pray for him, and his family. He loved them so so much..
My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Tim.
My thoughts are with you…..
Rest in Peace Tim…..
Since reading about this horrific crime on this young man I have cried and tried to come to grips of it all, God bless you rest in peace and god bless your family and friends.
hi, all my sympathies and condolence to tim’s friends and family .. i’m shocked..can’t believe that such and «horrifying» murder maybe possible..these days!!
only in movies we see those «type » of violence!!
such a «cute» and so young little boy!! i «cried» when i heard the news!!! i am so sad and still do not understand!!
tim’s destiny… ??
i pary for tht little and «charming » little guy!!!
may he rest in peace!!!!
sylvain.
I am deeply saddened and shocked by this tragedy. My heart and prayer are with Tim McLeans family.
I never knew Tim but feel I have come to know him from all the kind words I’ve read about him on the interent from those that loved him. I was just so shocked and horrified to read about this tragedy. I’m so truly sorry to the Mclean family and Tim’s friends for their loss. May he rest in peace.
well i cant even begin to tell you how truely sorry i feel for the friends and family of this young man. i’ve read things about him that sound so much like the people that i know and love, feels like i knew him. i cant believe how messed up this world has become. i feel horrified by the way this man died and hope that he may forever rest in peace. my hopes and prayers go to the family and friends of tim mclean. GOD BLESS YOU GUYS!
I feel odd writing about someone I never knew, and have only come to know through the internet and news media. While much attention at first was directed towards what happened on that bus, that attention has now been directed towards learning about this young man who was not much younger than myself. It speaks volumes about Tim, his family, and his friends; without their stories about this young man, his free spirit and kind soul, I feel more attention would have been paid to what happened on that bus, rather than the young man that it happened to. My thoughts go out to Tim’s family and friends, thoughts of a young man who had so much more to live for, and so much more to accomplish, but from what I’ve heard, lived an amazing life in a short time. I only hope I can learn from the life he lived….
my sincerest and deepest condolences to Tim’s family and friends. I am very sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Tim. May you always be remembered.
God bless you, Tim! My warmest thoughts to your family and friends.
I too feel odd writing about someone I never knew too. Once or twice over the years I have sent sympathy cards to people I didn’t know after I heard their story of loss.
I am in grief for the family coping with a tragedy the whole world stopped for a moment and sat up and took notice. I couldn’t sleep after I heard the news and the following days violent chills went up and down my spine just thinking. Then I thought of the family in a haze of waves of grief. Seems strange to cry for a stranger or something you see through a newspaper page but it can be the human experience.
I am saddended the victim was so young. The randomness of the whole thing.
I am in deep sadness for the passengers on the bus, some of which said they were concerned about the safety of others. They are going to need some kind of outside professional help. They did the best under the circumstances.
I am sickened that Greyhound doesn’t seem too interested in investing their profits into customer safety. Bad things happen but there’s still things that could be and should be done to protect everyone. Their casual attitude of indifference only concerned about profits really bugs me.
I am happy that the people who showed up at the funeral promised to form a human chain against Westboro baptist church to shield the family from any more horrors than they already have to endure.
I am at peace knowing that there is an outpouring of grief and this website to unite us who all for the most part feel the same way.
My heart bleeds hearing about this. Tim, may you be in peace knowing that you having touched many lives.
I cannot even imagine what Tim’s family and friends are going through. How can you ever make sense of this but rest assured that Tim is in heaven and will always be with you. Lean on each other and get help if you need it. Tim, rest in peace. May God bless those loved ones left behind and may they too find peace.
…spread your wings and fly…
My deepest sympathy to the Family & Friends
I found out about this story after reading an article on the Worst Commercials Ever. Sounds strange, but this was mentioned in a comment that the Greyhound Buses has to remove their, “buses do not cause rage” ads.
This story struck me and pulled at my heart.
Not only was I completely disgusted, but I was so hurt at the thought of what this poor man must have endured in his final minutes on Earth.
May God bless and keep him eternal in Heaven. May God bless and place his hand on his family during their time of severe mourning.
Personally, I do not know Tim or his family, in fact I am from Dallas, Texas….However, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and everyone he touched in his life.
What a senseless murder, what a tragic ending to a young man’s life.
God Bless…Rest in peace with the Lord, Tim.
Our sincerest, most heartfelt sympathy goes out to all who loved and cherished this youngman.
Please know that all of you our in our prayers, now and always.
I am so sorry for his family and friends. When i heard the story I was SO shocked, i could NOT believe it. I’ve never met Tim McLean and not even heard of him! But I was SO touched by the story.
Why does this always happen to such good people? I’m still searching for more information everyday.. About Vince Weiguang Li, he doesn’t deserve to live. I wish we could turn back time, and bring Tim back!
Rest in peace Tim, I hope I’ll meet you one day cause you seem like an amazing person!
I too have been filled with shock and dismay at this tragic event. I’m so, so, sorry that something like this has happened. I can’t get it out of my head and just seeing a picture of the victim with his child brings tears to my eyes. Such a loss. I just want to express my sorrow and that my prayers are for the victim and his family.
This story makes me so sad when I think about it
I am on the other side of the world (New Zealand) but my heart and thoughts go out to Tim’s family, I could never imagine going through something like this. My younger brother lives in Canada (since Dec 07) and we like to think that he is safe over there, and when you hear about events like this, it really scares you. Rest in Peace Tim xxxxx
I want to express my sympathies to all of Tim’s family and friends. I do not know you nor did I know Tim, my heart aches thinking of the horrific and sudden way Tim was taken from you all. God bless and may you find comfort in each other and the kind thoughts of stangers.
I pass blessings & love to Tim’s family & friends. I am writing from Salt Spring Island where we have just lost someone precious too, Diana O’Brien.
A friend of mine who has studied a form of shamanism told me something that has helped me greatly. She said that after death, there is a period of 45 days where the spirit is still with us. Loved ones’ mourning is crucially important during this time.Our tears (literally) lubricate their way to the light. And it is during this time that we need to see their purist, highest light. As we see their light and love them, we light their way to heaven.
The circumstances of death are of the physical world and it would be most beneficial to wait to give thought to these circumstances until after this 45 day period.This is the greatest honor we can offer our loved one.
I hope these words help you as they helped me.
I was so shocked & horrified at what happened to Tim. It left such a sickening feeling in my stomach when I heard the details, how something like that could happen so out of the blue – even at all! I did not know him, but he was the same age as my son and on that level I can relate to his family for what they must be going through, my heart goes out to them. It brought tears to my eyes…and anger – I hope justice is served to the monster that killed him! I go back & forth on the eye for an eye theory & sorry, but I think when things like this happen – I’m for it. R.I.P. Tim
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Tim’s family and friends. Rest in peace Tim.
This is so sad, something none of us could ever forget. Tim, We never knew you, but you were a beautiful person one of gods gifts to this world. The world has felt your warm embrace, and seen your smiling face. Now our world has grown darker, colder, and the smiles are not here no more.
Our prayers go out to your family and friends, they were truly lucky to have you in their lives.
God always want the beautifull Angels beside him,i should know,he took my niece 23 months ago at shoothing at dawson college”ANASTASIA DE SOUSA”she was the only one”thank god” that was kill…
My sympaties goes to all the family of this beautifull person that left us way to early,may he rest in peace and may is family stay strong
My heartfelt sympathy, condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with the McLean families. I’ll hold my cat and cry from time to time during this grieving and healing process. Rest in peace, Tim.
I do not know Tim or his family but you are in my heart and in my thoughts every minute of the day. This has had such a strong affect on me and my family. We are just sick that this is what is happening in our world. I am so sorry that you are going through this terrible grief and hurt. My arms are around you and know that you are loved.
In Memory of Tim McLean:
http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20808039058&ref=mf#/group.php?gid=20808039058&ref=mf
This group is for anyone wishing to share tribute videos and/or add pictures for Tim McLean’s family and friends. Support Tim’s family and friends by keeping his memory alive. Tim touched the lives of many, even those of us who didn’t know him.
For the family and friends of Tim McLean, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I never knew Tim, but I knew that I wanted to do something for you in his memory. This is for you. This is for Tim. From my home to yours, God Bless
Watch my tribute video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9IyS9XX3fg
None of us will ever forget you, even though we didn’t all know you. I pray for your friends and family, that they will remember the way you lived, rather than how you died. You have been met by heavenly angels who have taken you to a better place. There you will spend eternity and will be joined by your loved-ones at a later time.
The world is a sadder place without your smile and laughter. But there will come a time when your loved ones will sense your presence and they will feel you there. You may not be part of this world any longer but you will not be forgotten and always loved.
Your passing has had a strong affect on all of us. My heart felt prayers go out to the McLean family and friends.
Be at peace Tim.
Our hearts go out to this boy’s friends and family. This could be anyone sleeping on that bus. It could have been any of our sons. A young man doing no harm. We have been affected greatly by what we read. We don’t know you or your Tim personally, but our life hasn’t been ‘business as usual’ since hearing of such a sad occurrence.
Liz and family (Seattle)
R.I.P Tim.. I hope your smiling down on all of us.
I want to say that it’s hard to believe, but that sounds way too insensitive. I truly believe this happened. Why will always be the question on my mind even after the man who did this to Tim has plead and convicted. There is no worse unspeakable horror than what was done to this man. I can’t imagine the motive behind doing that to someone, I can’t help but feel utter sorrow for this man and his family. The only thing that consoles me is that he is in a better place. I am deeply sorry for his family and friends, as someone said in an earlier response, I hope that Tim is remembered as how he lived, not how he died.
My deepest condolences. I don’t why it took so long to find out about so heinous a crime commited against an innocent person.
Oh my gosh…Tim, I never knew you, but what happened to you was truly horrible.
My prayers go out to your friends and family; may you rest in peace and I hope to meet you one day.
We are so sorry to the family and friends of Tim Mclean. What a tragic loss, we can not begin to imagine the pain you are in. Please know you are in our thoughts.
My heart aches for your loss..As a mother who has lost a child as well to a senseless act of random Violence, I understand what you are all going through.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all….
I am trully sorry Tim. I hope somehow your loved ones will find the strength to go on.
I didn’t know him personally but as a fellow juggalo i send my regret that i never got to know him but he was family. I’m deeply sorry for your and the entire juggalo family’s loss.
much clown love
i would just like to send my condolences to the family and friends of tim and tell you how sorry i arm to hear of what happend and he will always be in myu prayers and thoughts even though i didnt know him..
R.I.P TIM MCLEAN
I didn’t know you but my thought and prayers are with you and your family everyday…
My heart breaks when I think of all the pain your family and friends are feeling right now.
God bless you always and help your family and friends to get through such a sad and difficult time….
Rest in Peace Tim….
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to this young man’s family. I never knew Tim, but through pictures you can see such life and spirit in his eyes. May his family and all who were close to him treasure their memories of him, and may he rest in peace. Take good care of yourselves.
Deepest sympathy. What a horrible tragedy. I hope that Justice is served. I did not know Tim at all, but it seems like he was a nice guy. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.
hey man, i didn’t know you or know that you were a juggalo until just about 10 minutes ago, but i bet you were a freakin awesome person. you’re up in shangri-la now and all us juggalos know it. sip some faygo for us and we’ll see you in the future! love ya homie
I hope there will be justice for this inhuman crime, even if there is nothing we can do to repair what was done! Tim was a random target. It could have been any one of us. In this situation we don’t even know what to say, because we are unable to rationalize this…
I only hope that there is an afterlife, and that Tim went there like any other innocent victims!
To Tim and his family, I am someone who has never known you, but I cannot express how much I wish I could be with you right now. What happened to Tim was nothing less than that he fell victim to one mans insanity. I and all of Canada are praying for you, and I want you to know that Tim has made us all realize just how abrupt life can end and how terrible some people can be. However, your love of Tim has also shown us just how Good some people can be, and how important Family is. There will be justice for Tims death. The one responsible will be held by Gods judgment and he will pay.
The horrific crime committed against this young man just beginning his life journey leaves one at a loss for words. How can anyone explain or assimilate what happened that night on that Greyhound bus? All I can say is – my thoughts and ongoing prayers are with the family of Tim McLean – Tim is in a much better place now and nothing will ever harm him again, he is free of all suffering. He leaves behind a wonderful legacy of a young man who loved his friends and was kind to all. The picture of him above holding his friend’s baby daughter says it all. He looks like a young fellow who really loved children. Had he gone on to live his allotted life as he should have done, he would have been a father himself eventually. Now that will never happen.
You seem like you were a really cool person. I’m sorry this happened to you. I hope your family can find comfort knowing that your life has touched so many people. I also hope they find comfort knowing that you lived the years you were on earth true to yourself. That’s an inspiration to the rest of us to get out there and be ourselves and be kind to others in the process. Thanks for the lesson, Tim.
I never met Tim or his family but when I heard this story it brought tears to my eyes.I read his myspace and wish I could have had a person like Tim in my life.He seemed like an awesome guy.My heart goes out to everyone that knew him.Justice will be served.I cant even explain how DISGUSTED I am with that creature who did this.
God Bless Tims family and friends.
Heaven took back an angel<3
So sorry for your loss, nobody should have to die like that.
For the unexplainable I try my best to seek any possible answer. From what little I know about the circumstances and tragic events it is possible that Li may have been sleepwalking while he committed the unthinkable.
This has happened previously:
http://www.citynews.ca/news/news_4792.aspx
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/4362081.stm
My deepest condolences. I hope this possibility will alleviate, in any small way, some of the confusion and emotion of your loss.
Dear friends of the McLean family:
My thoughts and the thoughts of all the people I know, who are aware of this tragedy, are with you. The horrible and premature departure of Tim befell on all of us as people and I am truly ashamed of what you are having to endure. There are no words that I can use to extend my sympathy for your family, except that you are in my prayers. I hope you find solace knowing that Tim has brought many people together to wish you well. His short lived life shall serve us all to value and treasure the lives of others and our own. Please accept my sympathy in the name of many who think of you everyday. Love and blessings,
Angelica
I am deeply sorry for the heartache you have endured. This is such an atrocious act. I can’t even begin to express my sympathy for you.
My deepest condolences to the McLean family. May his soul rest in peace.
May God give you the strength to cope with this horrific loss .
We feel your pain and heartache and please dear God that Tim is an angel .He rests in peace.
All of our thopughts and prayers are with you.
May God bless you and help you .
To the family and friends of Tim,
My deepest condolences to each of you. I hope that in keeping his memory alive, you will find peace.
I didn’t know you, but I think of you often and hope that you have found peace and serenity in your new spiritual life.
I am so sorry to the Tim McLean family and I wish you all healing and love. Just remember that Tim is still with you and one day you will be together again face to face and the pain will disappear and the love will be all that you feel.
I was so sad when I heard about this. I never met Tim (I live far away here in Ireland), but I shed a lot of tears over it. I’m the same age and also a regular bus traveller, so this really made it that extra bit shocking for me. I couldn’t eat or sleep for days after it. I can only hope that he’s up in heaven now with God and that I may get to meet him someday and that the man that committed this heinous crime be brought to justice both in this life and the next. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and anyone else that knew Tim. He will have the last laugh. Rest in peace…
i didn’t know you but we live in such close proximity that there could’ve been a time where we’ve made eye contact or bumped into each other…i only wish now that i could’ve shaken your hand…i can only hope that you’ve finally found that small measure of peace in which we all seek…may you rest in peace… my condolences to the Mclean family please stay strong in this ordeal…we can only hope that justice will be served…
Tim seemed like such an awesome guy; I’m so very sorry for your loss.
I never met Tim ,I was so sad when I heard about this.
God Bless Tims family and friends.
When I heard about this (trough the internet) I was shocked.
I don’t know anything to say to the family and friends of the guy, but man, that’s not how anyone is supposed to die.
I truly hope your pain will lose some of it’s sharp edges and that you all will be able to be fully happy again, and that the good memories of him will remain.
I know this might sound lame, but this is how I feel about things: Death is painful for those who lose a loved one, but in a way, it’s just going home.
Even though I did not know Tim…I don’t think I will ever forget him. Not only because of the way he died, but they way he lived…
To all family members of Tim,
You all have my deepest condolences over this horrible loss of whom I’m sure was a great man. The picture of him on the site with the child makes the death even more sad. It was such an unnecessary way to die and I am a regular bus user myself, as with Dee below. (and I also live here in Ireland) Once again, I am really sorry for all the family of Tim and also for Tim himself. I hope he leads a good, eternal life up above and will be joined by his family again whenever they do leave this earth!
RIP Tim,
Briain
To Tims Family and Friends,
My prayers go out to you in this time of tragedy. I read about Tim on a friends blog, its sad that such a beautiful person has been taken in such a horrific way. I know I didn’t know him but to those who did I’m sure your lives were blessed to be a part of his life. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten…. he will live on in the hearts and memmories of many people…. RIP TIM
I don`t know what to say…
R.I.P Tim!
Just want the McLean family to know that people from all over the world are wishing you all of the very best for what must be an extremely difficult time. In my case, from Sydney, Australia.
If there is a heaven I am certain that Tim is in it right now.
Be strong. Again, the world is with you.
God bless,
Dean
To the McLean family, since I heard this dreadful news end of July I have thought about this almost everyday and sent several messages of condolences because I cannot believe this has happened to such a special person and someone we all wish we’d meet as a friend in our lifetime. You must be very proud to have had him as your son.
I am a parent myself and counldnt imagine what you are going through at this time but time is a healer and Tim is in the best place now.
All my love and my thoughts are always with you
Louise
My thoughts and wishes go out to the family and friends of Tim, Just unbelieveable. RIP TIM
I want to state what has already been stated before. The crime that was commited to Tim Mclean, has hurt many people. No longer restricted to the Mclean family. It has shocked a nation. This so an unnecesary murder, a life of a young man which ended so tragically and so unexpected, by that sick individual, of whom I find that they should lock up somewhere in a dark hole and throw away they key. This animal shocked an entire nation. I hope he will be put to justice. And that in time Tim’s relatives and friends can find the peace they are looking for. Although nothing will ever replace Tim in there lives, I sincearly hope that the murderer will be put to justice. Nothing allows someone to take a mans life like this. Not even if the prologue of this incident was something to do with an arguement. Any conflict of any kind can be solved without violence. Our hearts go out to relatives and friends of Tim. May you find peace in heaven. Rest in piece Tim.
Netherlands.
To the ones Tim loved and had in his life – This event hasn’t left the minds of anyone. We all hope you find peace, and my condolences are beyond anything I could write to you.
We’ve all been able to get to know a little of Tim through articles and any parent would be proud to call him their son. All the best thoughts are with you.
Such a terrible tragedy, please accept our condolences. What a waste, and the man who did it must surely be very ill to do such a thing.
Mental illness is so awful, and murder so terrible.
Your son looks like a fine fellow, may he rest in peace and his spirit be with always.
Truly, there are many of us keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. I, for one, am eager to have the evil monster that did this brought to justice in the quickest manner possible.
To Tim’s family and friends,
What a horrible tragedy. I did not know Tim, but I pray that you feel the love and support of those around you – even from strangers like me. Many people pray for you and hope that justice is served.
RIP Tim,
Melissa
May GOD rest his soul & grant his family & friends all peace.
My prayer for his family, friends as well the people who witnessed this terrible scene.
I heard about this story the day after it happened and think about it all the time. I didnt know Tim but my heart feels so much pain for him and his family. Such a sad thing to happen to someone who seemed like such a wonderful person. I only hope that he felt no pain. I know it must be so hard for his family. I pray that u find peace and justice one day.
I still think of this tradedy on a daily basis..the life that was lost is so unexplainable..all we can think of now to move forward is to know that he may have suffered moments for an eternity of peace with the lord..
Sincerely,
JJ
Praying for Tim’s family…to give them strength to face yet another day. And to let you know that you are not forgotten, just as Tim will not be forgotten.
Although I did not know Tim, I was hurt by the lose of his life. I was happy to see a tribute to his life and the people who loved him. Please rely on what the bible says at Romans 12:12 – Perserve in prayer…I wanted to let you know that my family and I are praying for your family. Another scripture that I hope brings comfort to you is Psalms 23…it is poignant and gives us all hope.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Oh my god what a awful deadt.
My prayer goes for his family and friends
Roemaisa
To the family and friends of Tim McLean,
I did not know Tim but I think of him often.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you comfort and peace.
Sincerely,
Deborah
wow. All I can say is wow, I stubbled across this sight at work and all I can say is thank you to everyone for there thoughts and prayers. I was very close with Tim. and it means so much so read what all of you have written. Thank you again. and God bless all of you
Hi,
I’m not related to anyone from Tims family, nor did i know Tim. But i read the feedback from people all over regarding his death. I heard about the incident a few weeks ago from my mom, who was in canada at the time saw it on the news.
It wasnt meant to be. alot of things in the world we live in arent meant to be. But they still happen. I’m sorry for the loss of Tims life, I hope it was a good one. I’m sorry for the loss of a brother, a son and a freind to those who cared about Tim. I hope Li is punished for his crime, by us or by thegod you believe in. I hope others like him are caught before another life is taken.
To Tims Family, I hope you find happiness in days to come, remembering Tim for all the good times.
Regards,
Faraz Khan.
Tim,
I know you are safe in the arms of love. My prayers to you family. God Rest Your Soul.
i’m so sorry this had to happen. it’s an isolated event, but a terrible one. nobody should have that happen to them or anyone they love ever.
rest in the most peace
My heart breaks for the family and friends of Tim. I am from Ohio and was horrified to hear this news. My prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. From one mother to another I feel for you. May God hold you in his loving arms.
“Oh, and there we were all in one place,
A generation lost in space
With no time left to start again.
So come on: jack be nimble, jack be quick!
Jack flash sat on a candlestick
Cause fire is the devil’s only friend….
And in the streets: the children screamed,
The lovers cried, and the poets dreamed.
But not a word was spoken;
The church bells all were broken.
And the three men I admire most:
The father, son, and the holy ghost,
They caught the last train for the coast
The day the music died.”
-Don McLean
I want to wish the family all the best as they continue to pray and remember their son.
I am from Ohio, and when I heard of this tragedy, it made me realize how much life means to each and everyone of us. My prayers and thoughts go to everyone who was a part of Tim’s life.
God has a great heart for the family, and remember to trust in him!
I just heard about this incident…To Tim’s family and friends…Tim. I’m sorry this happened to you. I truly am. My heart breaks for you. For all of you. And for this world, which has become a place where things like this happen on a daily basis…
I’m sorry. I wish I could fix it.
To the friends and family of Tim McLean,
My prayers and thoughts are with you on the loss of your loved one. From the outpouring of support and kind words on this site, Tim sounds like he was a fantastic person. It is true what they say: God does take the best ones first.
Tim, may you rest in peace.
I can’t believe what happened to Tim. He was such a cutie.i wish we could bring back the death penalty just for Vince Li. i can’t even imagine the pain his loved ones are going through. No family should experience this. Tim will live on in the memories of his family and friends. peace Tim rip
My heartfelt prayers go out to Tim’s family. Rest in the knowledge that Tim will be in a safer place than this world we live in. Evil happens every day and Tim was yet another victim.
Rest in peace, Tim.
Carl, Leeds, England
Tim,
I never did know you in life. I am so hurt for what happened to you.
You home with god, feeling his gravity, I know you will resurrected again.
Jayson
My condolences to the family of this young man.
One day our life rocking, without l’ something was asked.
The loss of a parent is an unbearable thing with living, I have do the expenses and you too.
I cannot share your sorrow (would be pretentious), but I understand it.
Think at him, at the good moments that you have divide with him.
My thoughts with Tim MCLean.
Excuse me for my English. I post this message in french (my native language), for those which will understand.
Toutes mes condoléances à la famille de ce jeune homme
Un jour notre vie bascule, sans que l’on ai demandé quelque chose.
La perte d’un être qui nous est cher est une chose insupportable à vivre, j’en ai fait les frais et vous aussi.
Je ne peux partager votre peine (ce serait prétentieux) , mais je la comprend.
Pensez à lui, à l’homme qu’il était, au bon moments que vous avez partagez avec lui.
Mes pensées à Tim MCLean.
Excusez moi pour mon anglais. Je poste ce message en français (ma langue maternelle), pour ceux qui comprendrons.
My thoughts and condolences go out to the the family and friends of Tim McClean. I can not fathom losing such a fine young man so early in his life….This is something that I will never forget and should have never happened…I know that our Lord and Saviour is with him now and Tim is an Angel watching out for those that he loves so dearly….I never had the opportunity to know Tim or anyone in his family bur all of you have touched me and I have prayed for all of you…I have not lost a child I only have 1 but his daddy died when he was 8 and that was hard for me IO was too young to be a widow…Rim is your Angel as my husband is our Angel God Bless You All!!!! I wish I had the words to give you comfort….
I think of you everyday with a very heavy heart, never knew you, but felt I have with all the nice things I have read and pictures I have seen. Rest in peace sweet angel. colleen
Not a day goes by since this horrific and unspeakable tragedy that I don’t think of you the family and friends, people I have never met but fellow Canadians. I wish you love, and the strength to carry on. You are in my heart.
Ever since reading about the tragic event which cost Tim McLean his life, I have had difficulty forgetting about the incident, even though I didn’t know Tim at all.
Yesterday, I was moved to write a poem inspired by that horrific event. Here it is:
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BAD NEWS, GOOD NEWS
© Mark Pettigrew
Headless man on a Greyhound bus.
He could’ve been any one of us.
All it takes is a big, sharp knife
to quickly deprive a man of life.
Life’s not easy in a world gone mad.
I’ve got news, and the news is bad.
Here’s what you must understand:
You can’t trust in the ways of man.
Human nature is warped and sick.
Sin is a habit we just can’t kick.
That’s why Jesus had to die.
You need Him badly. So do I!
If you’re tired of sin and crime,
seek salvation while there’s time.
Then you’ll find true peace within,
even in this sad world of sin.
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I pray that the friends and family of Tim McLean will know the comfort of God’s love in this time of great distress and grief, and I pray that my poem will help to play a small but important part insofar as their need for healing is concerned.
I am so very sorry and truely saddened by such a terrible loss and the extreme pain you must be feeling. Please accept my condolences for having suffered such senseless tragedy. I will keep you in my prayers.
R.I.P Tim
Je souhaite mes plus grande sympathies à la famille et aux proches de Tim MCLean. C’est un événement tragique pour le Canada et le Québec ne reste pas indifférent à un tel acte de cruauté.
Toute mes pensées vont à vous, familles et proches, soyez fort et proches.
My sympathy goes out to the friends and family of Tim. Such senseless tragedy should never happen to anyone.
My heartfelt sympathy and condolences go out to the family of this fine young gentleman. I can’t imagine the shock of this tragedy, and hope that this universal outpouring of support is of some comfort.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you affected by this devestating crime.
I was just reading more about this incident today and as I learned more I was completely horrified. I can’t imagine how something like this could ever happen. I don’t think anybody could.
I hope this memorial tribute for Tim McLean is providing at least some comfort to the afflicted. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
I just wanted to send my deepest sympathies to Tims family and friends, i came across the news of Tims death on the internet and found it utterly shocking. It has really struck a cord with me and i feel overwhelmed to write to on this website.
May Tim rest in peace and once again my most deepest of sympathies to his family and friends.
I am deeply sadden and shocked by this incident , i do hope that the family finds some comfort in the following words
All Is Well
Death is nothing at all,
I have only slipped into the next room
I am I and you are you
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.
Call me by my old familiar name,
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used
Put no difference in your tone,
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household world that it always was,
Let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It it the same as it ever was, there is unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near,
Just around the corner.
All is well.
Henry Scott Holland
1847-1918
Canon of St Paul ‘s Cathedral
My deepest sympathy goes out to the friends and family .
May his soul eternally rest in peace.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. From personal experience I know how the death of a loved one is especially painful during the holiday season.I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Tim. You are in a better place now.
Rest in peace Tim. I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Tim, please.
I stumbled across this tragic story while researching something else on the internet. I don’t know how this escaped me when it happened! My thoughts and prayers go out to the McLean family. I have lost family but I won’t insult you by pretending to know what you must be going through after such a horrific event. My heart goes out to you and I hope and pray that not vengence but justice will be served.
I am truly sorry of what happened. I am so sorry for your loss of Tim McLean. I wish the family the best in life and keep your heads up high. I give you my sympathy and my love. May Tim rest in peace
My heartfelt sympathy, condolences and thoughts are with the McLean families. Rest in peace Tim.
I just read about this, my sympathies go out to the family and friends Tim Mclean. There is no way I could understand what you are going through but I will keep you all in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are going out to your entire family. I can’t imagine what you are going through, as I myself start to cry every time I hear the story. I am completely, truly sorry Tim was taken from you so young and so brutally. I hope you all find comfort knowing he is in a better place, watching over the ones he loves, and you will all be together again someday.
I am so sorry for your loss. May he RIP.
I honestly don’t know what to say but feel compelled to write something…! what a tragic story.
I’m sure they are taking great care of him and he is happily watching over his beloved family where ever he is
This is the first time I have seen a photo of him and i’d say he had the most amazing smile.
may he rest in peace.
In my opinion, it is hard to track and stop this acts of extreme violence. Who want to do it, will do it regardless of any security measures in place. Unfortunately these criminals are always one step ahead.
Tim was just in the wrong place at wrong time.
My deepest thoughts and paryers goes to him, his family and friends.
Rest in peace Tim.
WHAT A SICK WORLD WE LIVE IN.RIP
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I read about the events today & I can’t believe some one would do something like that. My thoughts are with you. May he rest in peace. God bless.
Its been a while since i read about this poor guy but i still cry when i think about it, he was a great guy and will be missed god bless and love
R.I.P. Tim. You are loved.
Someone should have stopped this.
The people that were on that bus should be ashamed of themselves.
I am so sorry — there is nothing to say. One of the most tragic things I’ve ever heard.
A new year has begun…still thinking of you each and every day, even thoug, I never knew you in person. Hope you are doing fine, wherever you are!
No words will ever heal the hurt and despair the family must be feeling. I was so shocked when I read this and I can not believe that no one on the bus was able to stop this madman. From the very first moment of the very first scream, should have prompted someone to do something. May Tim rest in God’s loving arms….
To Tim family and friends,
I read AOL’s news about what happen to Tim. Wow, I felt very bad. He look so sweet and innocent. He remind me of my nephew. It’s terrible tragic. I don’t understand why that happen to him? It’s make NO sense!
My prayer goes to him and his family and his friends. My heart hurt. I’m so sorry.
i didn’t know Tim but i remember hearing about what happened to him on the news here in australia i couldn’t believe someone could do something like that to someone i know no words can ever bring Tim back but i wanted to say that i’m so sorry for loss i’m sure Tim is up there somewhere in Heaven watching over you all
There are no words to downplay the sheer horror of this barbaric and unwarranted tragedy.
I’m so sorry to everyone who knew Tim. So, so sorry for your loss. I’m also sorry for humanity, for every living being on this planet.. that violence of this caliber, or of any caliber, exists at all. It is horrendous. Unthinkable. Unspeakable.
I am so deeply appalled, as we all are.
Rest in peace Tim. You are so very loved.
Peace to all.
I am so saddened by this. There aren’t really any words to express how terrible this is. God has a plan.
I am still haunted and deeply saddened by the events that took place on that bus last summer. It makes me sick to know that that sadistic monster may one day walk free. With the trial starting tomorrow I wish Carole and the rest of the family lots of love and support. Keep fighting for Tim’s Law- we need to do more to bring justice to the victims of senseless crime
I’m so sorry about Tim’s horrible death. I didn’t know Tim, but he going by what I’ve read and the pictures I’ve seen of him, he seemed like a heck of a nice guy. I can only hope that justice is done and his family and friends get some degree of peace from this.
I remember hearing about this story in the News and I remember feel a very powerful feeling of fright and sadness come over me and I since then always remind myself that people are animals and this is a mean, mean, unfair world. RIP Tim.
Nigel (Trinidad)
A horrific event! The news, the images, the words, the feelings. They hurt me to the core. Tim, I wish it were all a dream – that you could now wake up and live your life. Your family, friends and passengers on their way unhurt, unaffected, and going on with their day.
I am deeply saddened by this still. I know if I had been on the bus I would have tried to do something, that is just my nature. I am sorry no one tried to help you dear son. My prayers are with all of you who have suffered this great loss. Tim, Rest In Peace.
This is so tragic and for me this brutality reminded me so much of Matthew Shepard and like Matthew’s story, Tim’s story just breaks my heart all over again. My prayers and thoughts are with Tim’s family but most of all R.I.P.
What happened to this poor guy was totally unimaginable. It’s my hope that his friends and family can find the courage to move forward and honor his memory in the best ways they know how. Best wishes.
I was horrified by this senseless tragedy. No amount of facts, discussion, or soul searching ever brings me even close to understanding why such things happen. My sincerest condolences go out to Tim’s family and friends. May some measure of comfort and positivity eventually come out of all of this sadness and pain.
Evil people should be punished, I’m disgusted by Canada’s ruling that this man is not criminally responsible.
http://bunkerhollow.com/blogs/matt/archive/2009/03/05/canada-s-weak-decision-sickens-and-saddens-me.aspx
RIP Tim.
How come such a young and innocent person got murdered! I am so sorry for your loss. I’m disgusted by Canada’s ruling that the murderer is not a criminal. I think he should be punished no matter what. Look at what he did! What God does this murderer believe in?
To the Mother, family and loved ones of Tim,
My deepest condolences to you. I know there are no words that can take your pain and anguish away. And the injustice with which all this seems to have ended makes it all the more upsetting and unbelievable. We all feel this anger with you and completely support you in your determination to fight the system that allows such a man to go free. I cannot imagine living in a country that allows such things. How can any of us feel safe and allow our children out of our sight? Where are our values? Where do we draw the line on what is right and wrong? Where do we take responsibility for our actions even if we are considered insane? I believe even in deep insanity, people have and do make a choice…and they do have to answer for it, if not in the justice system but ultimately…
Unfortunately, nothing can bring your child and loved one back to you, but he does live on in your hearts and memories…and with faith one day you will all be together…in eternity…Only faith gives strength and the love of God gives comfort at times like this; only He can bring a greater good even in the most horrible of tragedies. I apologize for my feeble attempts at trying to comfort you…
Very well put Ruth. I couldn't agree more.
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. As a parent I feel for you. I feel very sad at the out come of the trial. If you need someone to stand and fight for a better justice system I am here to help you out as much as I can. How these Dr's can say this man is not accountable is a joke. This man knew from the minute he boarded that bus. I stand behind you in your fight for justice. I say appeal the courts now. Bring them back and fight this to the bitter end. I am sure your son would stand behind you on this. Again my heart and soul go out to your entire family.
The killing of an innocent Man in a Bus, the way police handle the matter during the brutal killing, the beheading follow, the time waste and passive arresting of this bloody worthless murderer, the gracious treatment the beast given in jail and above all the unjustified ruling of releasing him because of forged psychological troubles sounds, smells and looks like a play in a movie or show full of ritual killing on behalf of some one! And Tim was in the wrong place and the wrong time as this killing supposes to happen in all cases!
Tim’s horrible destiny put him in unnecessary contact with this beast and made him the great Scarifies for a ritual!!
I have very strong believed after all this show that the beast is not alone! Ask Charles Manson!!! However Manson job is over and this beast job just started, he is expected to commit the same cycle again (killing, beheading, quiet arrest, kind detention treatment, fake psychological problems, baloney judgment, get released and so on) the question remain who wants this to happen?
To Tim's parents': I too am a parent and offer my condolences- I can only imagine the pain that you live with everyday. I have worked with people diagnosed with schizophrenia for most of my adult life. I beleive that there needs to be accountability. I appreciate and support your work to ensure that Tim's death will lead to improved laws related to criminal activity occurring under psychosis. People diagnosed with psychotic disorders have a responsibility to follow treatment and to be actively engaged in symptom management. More funds/energy need to be directed towards this debilitting and progressive organic illness. It is imparative to understand and deal with this disease more effectively to keep individuals with the illness as well as society safe. I pray for you and for your son- he did not die in vain.
Want to ensure family is aware of pp122-124 in Gavin de Becker's "Fear Less." If not, must read! May be able to pick it up at a local library.I was deeply shocked as a parent for your loss. Now, let's make sure his life counts for something. Love to you guys from Calgary.
When i first heard about the story it was like a nightmare i didnt believe it was true, so i looked it up,and i now just wanna cry in sympathy.Sometimes i just wonder why god(jesus) the one who says hell never leave nor forsake his children would allow something so evil and wicked to happen to them.He says Honor thy mother and thy father and your days shall be long,now i may not know how tim respected his parents but if an innocent person is being harmed especially one of Gods children ther should be justice in some kinda way.All i can say is if he is home with the father i think tim would go thruogh it agian to be where he is now in pardise.
Bravo!
To Tim's family and friends. I knew Tim only for a very short time when he worked for our company in 2007. He always paid his dues and when we did not see eye to eye, he made certain that we did not become enemies, instead he suggested we let bygones be bygones. I was very impressed with his maturity. He is very much missed by two members of my extended family Gryffen and Josh. My thoughts are with all those that were close to him and my support goes out to those that are putting forth a sincere effort to change the law so that this will not happen EVER again to anyone else.
I just heard Tim's mother on NZ radio and it was the first time I had heard of this tragedy. It has deeply affected me and I am not sure what to say. I suppose I just wanted to let you know that my heart goes out to you and I wish there was something I could do regarding your cause (Timslaw) and the Canadian law from here in NZ! It is ludicrous that a victims family should endure the annual review you mentioned! Not to mention everything else. I hope you receive the justice anyone in your situation so rightly deserves.
R.I.P Tim.
My sympathy to Tim Mclean's Family and Friends.
We will never meet but I hope your pain is eased knowing a stranger shares a very tiny bit of your pain.
(I heard about Tim on BBC World Service's Outlook Programme today, April 1 2009)
Woohoo! Go Canada. See, lookie here, all I thought the Canadians were good for was snow and maple syrup, and the occasional laugh at hockey. They actually did something noteworthy this time. They let a verdict go the correct way. Fly the flag boys, fly it proud.
I cant imagine the depth of your pain and grief and can only offer my prayers that God would wrap you in his loving arms and hold you there. Tim's death has touched the entire world, and I pray that it will change the entire world.
When I read this story – felt sick and outraged by the death of your son and am so sorry for the pain and agony you and your family have suffered. Thank you for having this site and for moving forward in advocation for your son and for the rest of society who is put at great risk by a milquetoast judicial system that cares more for the perpetrator than for the victim.
I understand Schizophrenia and the majority of those with it are NOT homocidal. Nonetheless, whether crimnially insane or not…a person who takes the life of another in such a circumstance should NEVER walk the streets again.
I truly believe Andrea Yates (mother who killed her children) …….was a very sick individual and I truly believe she was not in her right mind when she killed her children. But I see DISTINCT differences with these two cases. Putting aside that they were her own children as horrible as it is; at the level of her illness which rendered her psychotic – Li's act was beyond psychotic and it appears to me to have been more premeditated than impressions give.. The level of violence and debased acts Li committed indicates the degree of EVIL inherant in a person who knows a complete PLEASURE at HARMING AN INNOCENT PERSON. Li derived cannibalistic pleasure from violently causing pain to his victim and then taunted onlookers with his spoils. I believe Li knew full well his actions. I believe he was prepared to kill more people had they gotten close enought to him. When he had no choice but to surrender he knew he'd eventually be handled and processed as "insane".
Which leads me back to the LEVEL of malevolence or distinctions when you apply "criminally insane" as a defense. Studies have been done on the LEVEL and psychotic structuring of a person who has committed a certain kind of murder. The study looked at degrees of premeditation, impulse, psychological and hormonal influences etc and included well known cases such as Ted Bundy. It was by no means exhaustive however the findings (also a TV documentary) indicated that there are levels of evil that exist in collusion of the persons ability to carry out a certain kind of crime.
I'd like to think that if I were on that bus I would have done all I could to help poor Tim. I would like to think that the people around me would have come together to at least try to stop the viciousness of the attack. That we would have all automatically wanted to save Tim and could have taken down Li somehow. It upsets me to think that people (anymore) are so fearful that they can't even think about helping those who can't help themselves. I am a mother and know if it had been my son I would have been angry that nobody came to his aid. I understand why nobody could help Tim. I understand that I too probably would have ran away and thought it was too late to help this young man…but MY GOD, how fearful and hopeless and courage-less a society we've become. We know that we too could be walking into a death trap and that's what stops us from helping the victim. But I wonder… when we will go back to our primitive selves and be the warriors and champions for our fellow man? For ourselves and one another. I wonder, in the end, if 5 men on the bus could have made a difference.__The court system obviously doesn't intend to make a difference. This is the nightmare in which we all live.
Hi I'm Tim's Mom. I 'm not quite sure what to make of your comment. I sincerely hope your being sarcastic.
This is truely one of the worst stories I have ever heard. I can't even imagine the people being there not even doing anything to help. That completely boggles me. I don't know you personally, I just listened to you on the Alex Jones show and I just wanted to let you know how truely sorry I am and I hope you are doing well.
I know a lot of people are outraged that this happened. And shouldn't have happened to a guy as wonderful as Tim. I never knew Tim. I only heard of the story after it happened.
I'm incredibly sad for what happend. My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family that was close to him, to the people that knew it most and how much his passing and the loss of a wonderfun man must hurt.
I'm also very sad for those of us who didn't meet Tim, didn't get to know Tim. He's such a wonderful man, based on all the outpouring of support. And the tremendous well wishing I see here. Everyone that knew him loved him and can't ever imagine something like this could happen. I can't imagine that this could ever happen to anyone. And I hope I never have to experience such a loss like this.
I have so many thoughts and emotions about this. I often wonder like so many how this could have happened. And why it happened to such a great guy like Tim. Part of me wishes like so many that we had been there and responded immediately. We all wish we could be there for Tim at that point in time and all protected Tim from this. We all wish we could have saved Tim.
I also hope his friends and family understand he's in a better place than all of us are. His life here was short and certainly not long enough for all of us to have had the opportunity to meet him. And for those who did know him, their lives will never be the same now with him gone. I know I certainly wish I had known him after reading so much support out there from the people who knew him best.
I look forward to the day when we all get to meet Tim on the other side and show him how much we all care. From the ones who did know him best, all the way to those of us who didn't get to know him at all, he will know how much he was loved and missed. While his life was short here on earth, just think about how much more time he gets in the best place in the world. He's smiling down on all of us, here's a smile to you up there Tim!
Carol, first and foremost my thought are always with you. I felt the same reaction as you did reading this guys comment , glad to see your response…Like so many around the world, I too have followed Tim's story and am shocked and deeply saddened about the whole situation. Un-fortunatly leaving me somewhat angry with the absolute madness in the world! I am baffled that every one on that bus didn't jump on Tim's attacker; would have instinctively been my first response, how upon the arrival of the CRMP, they were able to maintain the restraint they did while negotiating the situation at hand that dark July night. For that they should be applauded. From either side, passengers or CRMP, I personally could not have witnessed such an act and not responded in some physical response! I don't know how it would have ended for me, but I would know that I had done everything in my power to help your! I could not have been able to witness the aftermath, had I arrived upon such a scene, Li's outcome would have been somewhat different. I guess we have to leave that to the court system. I hope this man NEVER walks free or is able to maintain human interaction in society…I, for one, would never want to be caught on a bus with this man. If ever I can help you with your cause, you have my support! May you always find peace knowing that Tim brought joy and light to everyone he touched…and continues to do so through his spirit. What a beautiful soul. My wish is that I would have also had the opportunity to know your son. I hope that when I reach the pearly gates….I too will have that honor.
I agree with the fellow from Dallas….too many innocent men get put in jail instead of the rightful perpetrators of the crime. It's so sad how biased and racist the denizens of Canada are. You automatically assume that Mr. Li did something wrong, how do you know Tim didn't attack him or provoke him in some way? Maybe his make-up set off some psychological trigger that pushed him over the edge. Maybe he was just asking for it.
It was an unprovoked attack.. and Tim wasn't wearing any make up. There were 30 plus eyewitnesses to this murder, there is NO question that Li did it. Tim was minding his own busines, sleeping,listening to his I-Pod. What is disturbing is that you seem to think that there is ANY acceptable reason for one human being to attack another, cut off his head and eat his eyes and his heart and we don't even know what else. And for the record Mr Li's race is of no consequence to me being aboriginal ourselves we've experienced racism ourselves. I'm talking about human beings, not a White man or a Black man or an Asian man. This man was evil or disturbed so don't try to put the blame on the victim here who's only mistake was smiling an acknowledement to this individual (according to one of the 35 witnesses) Timothy doesn't have a voice anymore it was taken very violently. So I'm his voice now I'm his Mother
Did you even bother to read the facts of this case or are you commenting blindly? To blame the victim is just disgusting UNPROVOKED was well documented. Timothy was not ever a violent person perhaps you should do some reading before putting you opinion out there. If I don't like the way somebody looks does that give me the right to do what Vince Li did to my son??
How was someone sleeping on the greyhound, asking to be violently, and disturbingly murdered?
I am sickened to see another human being that thinks that someone, killed in such a violent, hateful way 'deserved it'.
I met Tim on a greyhound, and he was nothing but awesome, when the bus stopped, we got off to have a smoke, and he gave me his coat in the pouring rain, because mine was in my main luggage. The conversations we shared on the greyhound were nothing but interesting, polite, and genuine, and they most definitely did not come from someone who deserved to get killed in any way, let alone the way he did.
You didn't know Tim (obviously) so next time you go shooting your mouth, I suggest you get your facts right.
Li should be in jail for life, better yet, tortured to death. I feel nothing but hatred for the man that took away a potentially amazing friend.
All of that aside, were you there, did you see Tim wearing make up. No, but 35 other people were, who all say he was not wearing make up.
We don't assume Li did something wrong, we KNOW he did. 35 witnesses, plus however many police officers were there saw him, so how is that an assumption. I highly, highly doubt that many people are lying.
I am from New Zealand and had never heard of this case before. I came along an article regarding this when I was researching stuff on Canada as I will be moving there next year for a working holiday. I honestly don't remember the last time I have cried so much over something or ever been so touched. From what I have read, Tim seems to have been an amazing person! Do know that people are thinking of him and really care worldwide. I myself will never forget about this and I hope that all the hard work you are putting in towards Tim's law pays off. If by any chance, the law hasn't changed by the time I make it to Canada, I would be more than happy to help in any way I can. My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Tim Mclean. You are all such strong and amazing people.
I am sorry, but your comment here is extremely callous. First, this is a tribute page, not an op-ed, and you need to have some respect for the family of the boy. Second, you need to get the facts straight and then comment (passengers' testimony is that Tim was sleeping and otherwise acted like a normal person on a bus ride). Third, (not that this was an issue in this case) there are so many people "asking for it" in subtle ways, however this is not an excuse to go on a rampage. Fourth, Canadians are neither more, nor less biased than anyone else in the world.
Finally, I apologize to Tim's family for my verbal attack on this person on your tribute page. This should not be a place for this sort of conversation. I would like to let you know that my heart goes out to you. I never knew Tim, but I am sure, deep in my heart, that he was a wonderful person. Heaven got one more angel out there. He's now your guardian angel…
I agree with you 99% but wonder if you have really looked at the whole picture. DOn’t mean to be critical just food for thought.
Did Li switch seats to sit next to Tim? He knew what he was doing, this murderer should get death. Rip Tim Sorry for his family.
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Just looking for attention aren't you.
What are you, sick?? If you do not know about the incident you should not comment on it
There were a busload of passengers plus police officers. witnesses who all affirmed that Tim was sleeping at the back of the bus and Mr. Li (and i use that tern losely) purposely moved from him seat in the front to sit beside him on the last leg of the journey. they were nbt sitting together during the trip and only saw each other at a smoke break, also witnessed by several passenger.
For Gods sake man, show a little humanity. I am losing more and more respect for Americans everytime I see such thoughless comments. Do You not think that Tims parents read this
it's a shame… he was very handsome and he would have made one woman very proud… i am so sorry for his loss…
To Tim's family and Friends,
I live in US and read about this news from a local News Paper. I still remember the sad and sorry feeling I had, especially when I read that the killer is a Chinese person like my self, even though I don't know neither of them in person. I simply do not understand how a human being could carry out such a horrible act, even in the absence of his rightful mind. What a trgic and senseless event! God please help us all. May you rest in peace Tim even though your life on earth ended in such an awful way. I pray that God comfort you with his loving hands and give your a perfect new body in heaven.
thank you ross for your support for our family. It does most definately hurt when people comment before knowing the facts. Fortunately most posts are very uplifting for me to read and help me when Iam feeling down.
Thanks Paulette (Tims aunt)
Bravo, bravo, bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thank you for you r kind words it really is very helpful knowing there are people all over the world who feel how we feel.
Thanks Paulette (one of tims' many aunts)
The love and support is sooooo very much appreciated
thanks to people like you
You are a raving lunatic. I feel so terribly sorry for Mrs. Delley, she has been forced to go through a terrible ordeal, and she needs peace and closure. You arriving on a site intended to HONOR her son's memory and state that he caused his own death when he CLEARLY didn't is so unbelievably insulting i can't even find the words to describe it. It is blatantly obvious you know NOTHING of this case and that you clearly live somewhere that doesn't fly the Canadian flag. Having lived in Canada for 16 years, and having spent 10 days in the United States, i have seen more racism from my 10 days in the US than in all my 16 years in Canada. Don't be a hypocrite, you don't get the right to call us racist until whatever country you live in becomes an officially multicultural country with TWO (count them, English and French) official languages, and an immigration program that puts the United States to shame.
Back on my original point, i would like to extend my condolences to Mrs. Delley, even though this is a bit belated, and hope that she can someday find closure from this terrible tragedy that has swept your family.
i fully agree with you but am new at computers and don't know how to get my name on the list to show that we need better protection from mentally ill who don't get follow up from the people who aren't keeping up with keeping people safe from someone who isn't taking their meds or not being followed up. i am so sorry for the parents and relatives of TIM.
I am so sad for Tim's family and friends. i wish that whole night NEVER HAPPENED.
I feel extremely sorry for Tim's family and friends, a cruel and sick crime ended the life of a person full of life who was yet to enjoy it. I know words will not fill up the hole there is present in your hearts. Even its nearly been a year I imagine the pain you are feeling. My sister was murdered last year. So i am extremely sorry but i hope you will live life without Tim as you did with him.
R.I.P. Tim
I hope that Vince chink will be tortured to death. Such gruesome acts… Prison for life is not enough.
Rest In Peace Tim McLean. I never knew you, but I am shocked anyway.
I truly do sympathize with you. I can just imagine the great honor you feel right now, having such great attention, your son being a glorious piece of art as is. I especially love the missing eye.
I condole for your loss
I just heard of this case today… and I cried…
I am incredibly livid about the ruling, and I hope that the man who committed this unthinkable and unforgiving crime against another human being gets his rightful punishment!
May Tim McLean have his justice!
—Carmen
People keep defending Tim when he gets criticized, saying people don't know about Tim enough to do so. You people don't know enough about Li and is incredibly biased about the situation do judge him properly. Kudos to Canada for being objective about the case and not letting the drama affect the outcome.
Maybe, if you are fortunate enough, you will get to sit next to someone JUST like Li the next time you take a bus.
Excuse me, have you ever read the details in regards to this case? There were many eyewitnesses (recorded and available for u to see on YouTube). Tim was not in his makeup, he was sleeping in his seat. If you really want to make a comment on a topic perhaps I might suggest to you that you know your facts, first. This will stop you from making a fool of yourself and hurting the family with your wicked tongue.
Well, we certainly know Li committed the crimes, there were not just dozens of witnesses (including police) but the man told police at the scene that he did it and wanted them to kill him. Is that not enough evidence for you?
This literally is the worst crime story we have ever heard about. I am married to a police officer with 20 years experience and he was stunned when he heard this story. I will not get into details nor debate this part, but we wanted to say our opinion as we are entitled to it: We do not believe the other passengers nor the police handled this situation appropriately. Not at all.
Our prayers go out to the family of Tim and we are praying for you, for your recovery and healing process. We full well understand the facts of this situation and the man who did this to Tim is a CRIMINAL and should be held accountable for what he did. This is yet another part to this horrific story that you the family will need all the strength you can muster to get through.
Please know that as you have to endure yet more pain every year as this man's "mental condition" is reviewed, we will be watching and reading and praying for your family.
Prayers, hope, healing and recovery to your entire family.
Your friends in America.
God Bless you all
we d;ont assume Le did something wrong,we know it.there was alot of people on the bus who saw him do it.what about when Li was alone in the bus all the passengers were out side with the police,while Le was inside cutting poor Tim Mclean's head off.what is your problem,why are you defending this sicko.even IF tim was asking for it (wich i dought) he did not deserve to die in such a barbaric way.Li is one sick puppy and should be put to sleep.DEATH PENALTY FOR LI..
yes you are so right,i agrre 100%.
OMG i cannot beleive how people can be so cruel,when i read this story i cried for tim and for his family,people who defend LI are crazy.this man is a very sick person and should never be put back into society.i know how your family feel,i have lost a son and the pain is for life.to everyone….if you c'ant write something good to tim's family then keep your sick opinions to yourselves.there is no way that Le is inocent,may he rot in hell.
2 words for you……you suck
I remember the day I read it on the news. I was horrified. I felt so sad for his family. I cried for his mom and dad. I have a 3 year old son and I couldn't imagine losing him in such a way. I want the family to know that even as far away as the southwest united staes, his story has touched people. I hugged my son a little tighter that day. I never knew him, but there are times where I am reminded of his story and I believe that's how he still exists. I lost a best friend 5 years ago and I still visit his parents. The pain that is felt by a child's loss is so painful even for someone like me who is a onlooker. It's very sad that the monster that did this to Tim will not be punished correctly in this life. But god will be the ultimate judge. I want the family to know that you have thousands of people who support you and still think of your story from time to time. I am truly sorry this happened to you and Tim.
You have got to be kidding me. You come onto an online Memorial Tribute to taunt the family? To further torture them with the injustice they already face at the hands of a government who pitys the MURDERER? You Clivecussler67, should be shot and pissed on. MR. Li? Assume he did something wrong. No we KNOW he did something wrong. and NCR….bull. Tims family must relive this incident year after year each time their sons killer comes before a review panel.
And its people like you, who have obviously never lived through such a tragedy in your family, whose hearts bleed for the wrong person. Who forget the victim, who forget the families and who attack them for fighting against a shit justice system. You make me sick. You must not be a parent. After this story, I held my daughter tight. Thankful that I have another day with her, and heavy hearted that Tims family must suffer and never have that one more day with Tim.
Uh yeah we defend Tim. He is the VICTIM. He shouldnt be critizied. He did nothing wrong. Nothing to provoke. NOTHING.
What we do know~public record~ is Li unprovoked, attacked, beheaded, and mutilated Tim. Because he heard "voices". Sick murders are getting off on the lame excuse of hearing voices.
i hear voices. voices of disbelief and rage in my head when i read comments such as yours further vicimizing the family. So does that give me the right to come and murder and defile you and be safe from justice and critisim because no one knows me enough?
Dont bother posting if you cant be a decent human being and be respectful of Tims family and how they try to honor him and grieve his loss.
A year and a day since Tim was so callausly stolen. I never met tim but I keep him close in my heart at all times. God bless Tim's family, friends and those left behind. You are all in my prayers
I would just like to say that this event shook me to my very core, I have cried for Tim repeatedly, and even now, when a year has passed I am reminded of the brutality he endured at the hands of that maniac. I do not know Tim, nor have I ever met him, but I think this case has resonated with decent human being everywhere. God is with him and he is at peace in paradise.
I also think its absolutely ridiculous that his attacker would have a "review" year after year, he should have been executed in the same manner as far as I'm concerned. Canada is a pretty brutal country as far as executing justice; murderers, rapists and pedophiles get measly sentences and are put back on the street within a few years, its absolutely ludicrous.
Rest in peace Tim, and my God keep you always.
The NCR sentence must end – and Tim's Law prevail – have a blog with some relevant event photos and coverage to view for those who may be interested.
You people who are not on here to support Tim's family or to leave kind words, should not even be on here. how dare you come on here and talk the way you are, and trying to defend Li. Tim DID NOT deserve this, he was an INNOCENT person, who was sleeping. Li had no right to take his life from him. Li is a very SICK man!
If you can't come on here and show support for Tim and his family, then we don't want to hear from you! Tim captured the hearts of all who knew him and so many who didn't know him. Timothy McLean is a sweet angel watching over us!
To the friends and family of Tim McLean, My sincerest condolences. There is nothing in the world that makes the loss of a child (no matter what age)bearable. To have this sort of death happen is not only unjust but it is unthinkable. To deem the perpetrator not crimanally responsible by our laws in THIS country is where the real tragedy lies. Our leaders are so busy protecting criminals and being "politically correct" that they forget all about the victims… Tim, his family, friends and of course the future generations this family would have incurred through this young man. May God be with you as you walk through this dark, sad, lonely time.
I was brought up short recently when I was reminded that a year has passed since Mr. McLean's horrible death. It still feels like yesterday, reading the news and being horrified. I did not know Tim, but I think of him often. I am the mother of a young 20-something who is out exploring our country and beginning her adult life and it breaks my heart thinking of Tim's family.
No words can express the depth of feelings welling up. I'm thinking of you.
~ManitobaMom
Here we are a little over a year later and the lose of this young man's life is still fresh for most of us…for me. I never thought that someone that I've never met or probably would have ever met could have such a spiritual impact in my life. To Tim's family I still pray that his soul has made it to a safe and loving place. I have a prayer list and his name is still on it. Be Well and Be Blessed…Tracy from Spring, Tx.
Are you kidding?!?! Because the victim (might have been) wearing makeup from his job, which might have triggered the attacker… that means he deserved to be killed? Who cares if the murderer has mental illness… mental patients need to be taught right from wrong everyday over the course of their entire life, and he deserves to rot in prison and receive just punishment like everyone else. There is never an excuse for murder, mental or not. EVER!
To the family of Tim Maclean,
Though I am not a parent myself, only going into highschool this year, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I'm sure Tim was an excellent man, though I have never met him. Even if Li was diagnoised with a mental illness, I think more should've been done. I can only really wish you best of luck in the future, and I'm sure Tim is looking down on you as an angel.
God, please give comfort and healing to Tim's family. Continue to help them in every way to have peace that their precious Tim is in your hands. I pray that people will be kind to the McLean's and remember to pray for and help them in any way they need. Amen.
I think that Li should be in prison – whether he's sane or insane. He did a crime – one worse than any other I've heard of – and he deserves to do the time for this. Insanity is not a free ticket out of consequences for our actions. In fact, Insanity is all the more reason to imprison people like Li to protect society and innocent people like Tim. People should not focus on Li, but on Tim and his family. I don't even want to hear excuses for Li's behavior. There are none!
To the family and friends just wonted to say our prayers are with you. Tim is with our Lord Jesus! God Bless each and everyone of you.
Clivecussler67–You're an embarassment to all Americans who stand for justice. How dare you defend this animal Li. I don't care if it's the Edenfields, the father and son taking turns sodomizing then murdering 6-year-old Christopher Barrios Jr. in Georgia back in 2007, nobody deserves to die the way 'innocent' Tim McLean died. We're talking about a young man, with his whole life ahead of him, trying to get home to be with his family after working a job elsewhere, only to be savagely murdered by a lunatic like Li who, in my opinion, should be locked away forever… NCR or not. And to think you would come to the memorial page of the victim and make such an insensitive, asinine, illogical almost irredeemable comment like this, defending this savage animal from the Cretaceous period. I wonder if you would be preaching the same crap if it was one of your family members that fell victim to Li the beast. Why is it so hard for some people to put themselves in the shoes of others? If most people did, there might be less tragedies like this. My condolences to the family and friends who loves Tim McLean.
Race has ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with it. ASSUME he did something wrong???Your ignorance shows that u did not have to wake up to the news footage of the horror that Mr Li was in the middle of creating….his living victims have given their statements and Tim McLean DID NOT in ANY way PROVOKE Mr. Li…Tim had his head phones on enjoying music if i am not mistaken!!..Mr Li is mentally ILL and knew that psychotic episodes were inevitable when he CHOSE to not take his medications. Only ignorant individuals who are uneducated about mental illness could make the comments you have made. I am one of Mr Li's living victims too as I had to witness the horrors unfold on the early morning news……I AM educated in mental illness…..when an individual CHOOSES to no take their meds knowing the possible consequences, they SHOULD be held criminally responsible!!
Terribly sorry. I’m still haunted by the pain that was inflicted on this young man starting his life. I woke up last night thinking about it. Every effort should be made to diagnose these people as early as possible to prevent such a terrible occurence from happening to innocent people and their families.
maybe Tim did do something to make this guy mad, but i don't think killing this poor individual is a way of putting up with it. obviously this guy had something mentally wrong with him. you don't just go kill someone because they looked at you the wrong way or some lame excuse like that.
A-B-S-O-L-U-T-E-L-Y…..and you know who you are – all of you.
So this man Li got to this point in his life up unitl now without committing a crime, was able to go buy a knife, buy a ticket, hop on a bus, and taunt people I am sorry I dont believe he is mentally incapacitated, if everyone said we heard a voices saying to committ a horrific crime, where would we be? Charles Manson is psycho he went to jail, this is ridiculous, and honestly I am embarrassed to be Canadian as my relatives didnt fight for this kind of justice and for their families to live in this crap. I am still heartbroken about this story and hope and pray that somehow people will write tonnes of letters to get this decision reviewed, overturned, something..
an american talking about racism and bigotry..how ironic.
this site is for condolences for the family..have some respect for these poor people.
They dont need rude people like you making ignorant comments about an incident that you were not witness too.
The eye witnesses have given their accounts of the incident..so if you can read..do so and learn the facts first. then apologize for your comments
Much Love and positivness to Tim's family and friends. You will never get over what has happen. But I know you will also never forget or stop loving Tim. We are all here together on this earth, and we must never forget our loved ones and never forget the positive memories. Our love and memories, that energy is eternal. Again much Love and sunshine for your memories.
Just watched the documentry on tv. . . and:
I believe that Li is possessed. I believe that a demon tempted this man-Li to do what he did. honestly, this is the only explanation.
First off, GOD WOULD NOT tell him to kill another person! Thats is in contradiction with who GOD IS. Like are you kidding me?? WHAT kind of GOD would say that! Its black or white, good or bad, there are NO GREY areas. Its either Jesus or Satan. Satan is the prince of this world. . .Since sin entered this world Satan corrupted this world. We are earthly vessels on this planet called earth…so satan is looking for someone in which he can possess. DOES this event not show you how real demons are? I know its a bit harsh to hear…but its the truth.
IM SO SPIRITUALLY ANGRY right now lol. In a good way. Like……..I hate evil!!! It sucks that this world is so evil.
PS. I'm so sorry to Tim Mcleans family. My heart goes out to you! truely! All i know is that Jesus is the judge…and hes sees Li's heart and he will be punished for what he did. Justice will be served, (maybe not on our earthly grounds) but he will eternally pay.
There are 2 things that shock me from this story
(1) How someone reading this story could possibly sit back and criticize what other people did in the situation. Who knows how we would react in such horrifying circumstances.
(2) the complete failure of the RCMP to do nothing while the horrors happened. They deserve to be sued. Mainly because the family has no recognizeable remains to say goodbye to.
Vincent Li should have been shot on site. It would have saved taxpayers a lot of money..
To the parents and family of Tim McLean, please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son.
I watched the CBC program The Fifth Estate, and after watching this program I was completely shocked as to the details involved in this horrendous crime.
May it comfort you a little to know that people are thinking of you and perhaps saying a small prayer. I was taken at what a lovely man your son was in the video footage shown at the beginnign of the program. I think it was important for us to see just a snippet of what your son's spirit was about. My deepest sympathies on your loss.
I am so sorry for Tim, his family and his friends. Nobody deserves a situation like this, or to live through it… I hope justice is still possible as it has not been served as of yet. I wish the family some kind of peace, if it is at all possible..
I am very sorry for your family's loss and very sorry that Tim's memorial is being used inappropriately for discussions other than Tim's celebratory life. RIP
Its sad that all the blame is pointed elsewhere for his death.
His own mother does not even feel this way as she has said so herself in her interviews. Dont be so quick to judge…..
i am so so sorry.
my heart is broken over what you had to go through.
I will be praying for you.
with love. Andrea
So would YOU have stopped this?! Or at least tried to?? I'll bet if YOU yourself were also on the bus you would've been the first to run off screaming, and even pushing babies and elderly out of your way while you were at it.
That's easy for you to say from the comfort of your couch or computer desk; but I'll betcha that if YOU yourself were on that bus, you'd not only the first to run screaming, but also you'd be the one pusing babies and elderly outta your way while you're at it
I'm sorry for your loss. Nobody deserves such a horrible fate. I hope the attacker spends the rest of his life in mental institutions.
This is a tragedy, and at the same time, an outrage. Vincent deserves all the pain and suffering not only he caused tim, but also the family. there isnt a torture known to mankind that would justify his actions. insane or not, he should be skinned and burnt alive
I was on that bus. I saw him threaten Mr Li, who had asked him to turn down his crappy music. Fuck him. I hope he burns in hell.
For you Timmy:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHYH47LQlHg
I thought as much as soon as I saw the story. Father Chad Ripperger, an FSSP priest and part time exorcist, says that schizophrenia is oftentimes simply the symptom of diabolic influence such as posession. This story is truly haunting. May Tim rest in peace.
Vince Li is an intelligent murder. He knew what he was doing. According to news he refused to speak about his horrendous actions, and wait to speak about his rights to a lawyer. With no regard for Tim's family, Tim as a person, or life it's self. I am disgusted with this "mentally ill" shield. No doubt what he did (Vince Li) was deeply disturbing, but to grant him a loop hole that would allow him to continue on with his life is more than equally disturbing. It's disgusting. Karla Homolka if I spelt that right… is another prime example… How Many More?! That is my question. How many more murders do we as Canadian's have to endure before this is stopped. I am truly sorry for your loss..And I will sign your petition… 5 years and he is out.. 12 years and she got a university education and now lives in an exotic country.. If we keep this up, what is next??!! Awarding them money… Geriatric Giants they say.. well David had a way of dealing with that.. and they still talk about him today..
Hi… did any Canadian sports teams or athletes honor Tim McLean? I am from Canonsburg, Pa. and I offer my condolences to his family, and I want to know how some famous Canadians (entertainers, politicians, athletes) honored Mr. McLean. I'd love to see if Canada's finest honored this young man.
Certainly one way to avoid getting ahead in life.
jerk
absolutely nobody nor any teams
Hey sef , this is actually a response to VioletGay,: O.k you sick diluted, sad excuse for a human being , he lipped "mr" Lee off after being asked to turn his crappy music down????!!!!!????!!!!! therefore deserved to be decapitaded and you hope he burns in hell!!???!!! (you know this after supposedly being on that bus) it looks like this comment isnt here anylonger however it is on my email (to the page) obviously because the editors of this tribute are as disgusted as i am with your pathetic self , you need to take a long hard look at yourself son, ask yourself if god will forgive you for being so insensitive and evil, we all know Mr Mclean was sleeping you ignorant ass!! he was awoken to being stabbed in the throat! How could you say somthing like that? You are no better then Lee in fact you need to be in the cell beside him , may you never procreate and may that horrible comment you made come back strong in Karma, You sir are the type we teach our children to avoid , how can you even look at yourself in the mirror,SHAME on YOU!! and Tim Rest in peace my man you're always in my heart.
To Tim's family – I am very sorry for your loss. It is a terrible tragedy. I am also outraged at our Justice System for not convicting the perpetrator. It is my feeling that anyone with a mental illness who has been prescribed meds and refuses to take them should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. People with a mental illness do have a choice on whether or not to take their meds. If they don't they should suffer the consequences the same as the rest of us. Just today Mr. Li's doctor wants to give him some freedom. How long will it be before he is released to do this dastardly crime again?
i was shocked to hear the news when it happend cuz I used to take greyhound from vancouver to calgary two yrs ago and my sister continues to take it everyday from vancouver to her home in squamish. to his family, i'm extremely sorry for your loss. i always think to myself what would i have done if i were in that situation..i like to think if i were there, i would've done something to save him. im not blaming anyone on the bus because i wasnt there and cant say what was really going on, but everyday i see on the news how bystanders let criminals beat up, rape, or kill innocent people without intervening and i think this should stop. i guess there are always going to be psychatic people out there so as human beings, we should start taking responsibility toward the safety and security of other human beings.
R.I.P Tim- God bless the family in such a difficult time.
It's been nearly two years and I remember it like yesterday. I never knew Tim but he reminds me very much of a certain someone I care deeply about, someone who I feel a strong desire to protect. So it hits home. Knowing what kind of person Tim was during his brief time here, I can say that everyone who knew him was truly blessed. I never got to meet him but he has touched me deep in my soul. It disgusts me to know that such a sweet, gentle person was killed in such horrific fashion.
There but for the grace of God go all of us. I used to ride the Greyhound buses all the time… but never again after this.
I do believe that Tim is with God and has been watching over his family and friends. I wish them as much comfort and healing as possible… until they finally reunite with Tim in Heaven.
Thank you, and God bless you, to all of you who created this forum.
good night sweet prince
you are a very sick individual get some help
My heart is so full of sadness and rage , i cannot believe someone could ever commit a crime like this, to hurt a man, a man who was someone's child , it kills me, that we live in a world where these people are festering and waiting to hurt good people who are just trying to live and make their way in the world, no one should ever have to be brutalized like this nor should any parent ever have to have this heinous act happen to their child. I am very sorry to the Mclean family and i wish this never happened and i wish Tim was with you in body not just spirit, i am so very sorry for your loss, my heart is with you all. God Rest Tim's Soul
are you serious, please take this down this is a horrible comment, how dare you say that? his family could read this, his poor mother and father whose lives are irrevocably broken and shattered because some man with Schizophrenia, who was diagnosed as such ,avoided taking his meds? like are you serious? Tim could have been the biggest asshole in the world and that would never justify killing him, he was by all accounts a good young man who worked hard and loved life, no one should have taken that from him he is not only a victim of circumstance he is a victim of the hands of Vincent Li, and that sir is the bottom line, do nto ever place blame on a dead young man who cannot defend himself, nor should he have to, he is a victim and didn't deserve to die in the manner he did, we all should be able to die freely with dignity and not die frightened and scared without anyone to help us, and the people on the bus did all they could do, what could they have done, all jump on Vincent Li and risk being stabbed themselves? No one could ever know what they would do when the situation presents themselves , it is human nature to run, i would run and get help , it isn't right to place blame on Tim, blame the perpetrator , blame the asshole who couldn't take his meds! God love you Tim, your in my memory
I was horrified at this senseless murder of this unfortunate young man…..I believe Tim never knew what hit him as I'm sure he immediately went into shock .With my utmost sympathy to Tim's family and loved ones and although almost 2 years have passed, it doesn't mean that is any less painful…..may GOD continue to give you all much needed strength, day by day and believe that Tim is fine in our Glorious Heaven……
With my most heartfelt sympathy for this young man's loss of life and it is unbelievable what others can get away with. May God give Tim's family and loved one strength to go on….and with hopes that justice will definitely be served to his murderer….
First off, If you think the god of the bible wouldn't command people to be murdered then you really need to go back and read the Old Testament. Second, what is your evidence for saying that it was a demon and not just some severely fucked up asian dude?
Tim,
I am sorry that the world failed to get to him before he did this to you.
why would they? Many ppl die every year do u expect them to honor every1 who dies? Is it that way in the USA?? No disrespect intended to Tim's family…it was just an odd question…
are u nuts clive, tim didnt ask for it, noone asks to be killed that way , do u not realize that his family reads these messages, stop writing this kind of garbage, this was a young man sleeping on a bus doing nothing to this man and from what i heard went to him took him by surprise and killed him and the things that happened after were disgusting , also i have read on this site why didnt people stop it, excuse me if they had more people would have been killed and murdered, of course people wanted to help, but there was nothing they could do,
hey jen what nerve do u get saying that people on the bus should be ashamed of themselves, u should be, what they hell do u expect them to do, they were watching a man kill someone and were scared for their own lives, lets see this tragedy happen to u and see what u do, maybe all of u negative people should again go through videos and witness interviews online and listen to what acutally happen and that someone did want to help but couldnt
i dont know who u are but thats crap there were many people on that bus that gave interviews and not one person said that except u, he didnt do anything, whatever happened does not give the right for someone o do the disgusting things that li did, u were probsbly the 1st person off the bus so keep ur mouth closed,