Robert N. McCue, "Bob"

Robert N. McCue (Bob) 75, of Avondale, PA, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 surrounded by his family.

He was the youngest son of Benjamin Earl McCue, II, and Dorothy Hughes (McCue) Todd.

Having grown up in Pocopson, he was a lifelong resident of Chester County, a descendant of Quaker Heritage.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Susan Pennington McCue; his children, a son, Michael (Samantha) McCue of Chadds Ford, PA and a daughter, Meredith (David) Nussbaumer of East Fallowfield, PA; and his four grandchildren, William, Edward, Alexandria and Heidi. He is also survived by his older brother, Benjamin Earl McCue, III (Mickey) and his niece, Jennifer McCue, both of West Chester, PA.

Bob graduated from Unionville High School in 1969. He went on to become a Master of all trades: Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Building and Craftsman.

Bob worked for the Tri-M Corporation of Kennett Square, PA as an Electrical Foreman for 25 years. He then went on to work for Winterthur Museum and Gardens in 2003 as Assistant Director of Facilities Services

Bob received the 2003 "ABC Award" for National Excellence in Construction and recognition for outstanding and innovative construction projects, and museum rewiring and relighting projects. In 2019, Bob, semi-retired, but continued to do consultant work for Winterthur Museum.

Bob lived his life full of hobbies and activities; surfing, bowling, playing guitar, and he got his pilot's license in 1976. He enjoyed boating, water skiing and camping. He particularly liked deep sea fishing and vacationing in the Outer Banks, NC. He also spent a great deal of time in his basement workshop.

In 1979, Bob and Susan purchased a home in Avondale, PA that was built in 1881. He along with Susan, spent the next 47 years renovating, upgrading and enhancing this property in every way imaginable. Today this home stands as a testimony to Bob's extraordinary ingenuity, creativity and skills.

Bob's knowledge and abilities became widely known and sought after. Bob served as President of the Avondale Borough Council for 15 years, making major contributions and changes to the borough. Bob always enjoyed working in his vegetable garden and was known for his tomatoes. Finally, Bob was a handsome, quiet, and thoughtful man, inviting his mother-in-law to live with he and Susan until her final years. He was a father of good example and support to his children and constant source of humor. He will be deeply missed.

A visitation will be held on Friday September 4th at the Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Road Wilmington, DE 19808 from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. with formal services beginning at 11 A.M. Burial will follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions Avondale Fire Company, 23 Firehouse Way Avondale, PA 19311.