SANDOWN, N.H. — Jeffrey Arthur McLin died Thursday, Oct. 14, at his home in Sandown, N.H., from gall bladder cancer.

Jeffrey was born on April 29, 1958, in Sharon, Conn., to his parents, Ellen Sylvester McLin and Donald Joseph McLin of Amenia, N.Y. Jeff grew up in Millbrook, N.Y., where he received special therapy and support from family, friends and neighbors. Jeff and his family moved to Derry, N.H., in 1989, after the death of his father. In 1996, Jeff and his brother Scott were surprised to find out they had a half sister, Lynne Anderson Jones. They have since developed a loving relationship and Lynne has acted as one of Jeff’s guardians.

Jeff received case management services from Region 10 Community Support Services based in Atkins, N.H. He had a fantastic relationship with his case manager, Lynn Tonkin, who has worked with Jeff and his family for almost 20 years.

During the last 10 years, Jeff worked at several jobs, including Motel 6, the Fairfield Inn and Carrabbas in Bedford, N.H. He also volunteered at IMEC in Andover for several years, where he helped sort donated linens to ship to third world countries. Jeff also volunteered as the MSPCA in Methuen as a dishwasher. He enjoyed taking the clean bowls to the cat room and stocking the supplies. Jeff had an impeccable work ethic and was a valuable team member at Work Opportunities Unlimited.

Jeff and his brother, Scott moved in with home providers, Bobbi and Linda Mumbauer in November 2009 after their mother’s health began to decline. He enjoyed a beer after work in his brother’s company. He also enjoyed good music, perfect sunsets, pizza Friday and scary movies. Jeff loved concerts and museums and was always exploring new and exciting opportunities. An avid fan of cuisine, Jeff loved to cook for his family and friends. His laughter and smile filled his home with love.

Jeff is survived by his twin brother, Scott McLin of Sandown, N.H.; his mother, Ellen McLin of Derry, N.H.; his sister, Lynne A. Jones of Georgetown; his aunt and uncle, Mary and Jimmie Bakios of Derry, N.H.; his cousin, Dennis Bakios of Derry, N.H.; his cousins, Michelle, Cardi and Nathan LaBlanc of Martha’s Vineyard, Mass.; and several Sylvester relatives in Maine.