Max Mackay

MACKAY - After a long, full life with his family by his side, at Woodstock Private Hospital on Thursday, July 17, 2008. Maxwell Laurence MacKay, formerly of Embro, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Arlene MacKay (nee Boyse). Dear father of Gord MacKay (Jo) of Embro, Brenda McRae (Doug) of Port Dover, Carol Killing (Doug) of Embro, Sandra Buchner (Chris) of Brownsville, Janet McIntosh (Alex) and Steven MacKay (Teresa) all of Embro and father-in-law of Anne MacKay-Gagnon (Phil). Loved grandfather of twenty grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Dear brother of J. Willard MacKay (Mary) and Dwight MacKay (late Jean - 2007) and brother-in-law of Audrey Pullen (late Mac). Predeceased by his son Ron MacKay (1991) and sister-in-law Iris Abbey (Ralph). Max was past Reeve and County Councillor for East Zorra Township, was active in many farming, community, and church organizations, and was also recipient of the Oxford County Landsaver Award. He also enjoyed life as a "winter Texan" for 17 years. Friends may call at the Longworth Funeral Home, 845 Devonshire Ave., Woodstock, (519-539-0004), on Monday, July 21, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 am at Knox United Church, Embro, with Rev. Judy Campbell officiating. Interment in North Embro Cemetery. Contributions to Knox United Church Embro or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.longworthfuneralhome.com

Service Details

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008 11:00am, Knox United Church - Embro

Interment Details

North Embro Cemetery