THOMASVILLE-Mr. Luke Aaron McLean, 32, of Thomasville, NC passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 18, 2021. The son of Mark Richard McLean and Debbie Smith, Luke had a brilliant mind and a passion for ancient history. He fervently read classical history and enjoyed reading the Lord of the Rings volumes. It was said that he aspired to be an archeologist. Luke was an exceptional craftsman, and built high-end furniture alongside his father for several years. Luke was proud of his Scottish McLean heritage, and embraced the Celtic culture. Luke attended the Thomasville Church of God and loved his family dearly. Luke's nieces and nephews meant everything to him. He was his Dad's "right hand man" and loved his fishing excursions with his Dad and nephew Brayden, of whom he was passionate about being a special uncle. Left to cherish Luke's memories are his father Mark Richard McLean (Tammy) of Thomasville, mother Debbie Smith of Wilkes County, brother Matthew McLean (Jordan) of Thomasville, sisters Aimee Young (Chad) of Lexington and Johnnie McLean of High Point, Heather McLean of Raleigh, step-brother Justin Leonard of Thomasville, and numerous nieces and nephews, whom he adored.