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John Thomas Mackey

1943 - 2025

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Monday

June

Visitation

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Monday, June 23, 2025

Denning's of Strathroy

32 Metcalfe Street West

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada

(519) 245-1023

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June

Celebration of Life

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Monday, June 23, 2025

Denning's of Strathroy

32 Metcalfe Street West

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada

(519) 245-1023

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Monday

June

Reception

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Monday, June 23, 2025

Denning's of Strathroy in the Caradoc Room

32 Metcalfe Street West

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada

(519) 245-1023

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Monday

June

Interment

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Monday, June 23, 2025

Strathroy Cemetery

585 Metcalfe Street West

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada

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Nellie Vander Velden posted a condolence

Monday, June 23, 2025

Judy and family We were so sorry to hear about John. We had hoped to go to Dennings today but I wasn't well. We haven't seen you much since you moved to London but we still remember all the great times we had in Europe together. So sorry to have missed you today but couldn't be helped. May you too remember the good times and not so much the sad. Thinking of you and hope to see you sometime soon. In our thoughts and prayers. John and Nellie Vander Velden

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Karl Nevin donated to Alzheimer Foundation Southwest Partners

Monday, June 23, 2025

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Robert J Small donated to Alzheimer Foundation Southwest Partners

Monday, June 23, 2025

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Michael and Adriana Cordeiro posted a condolence

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Our deepest condolences to you and your family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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Kim Vegso posted a condolence

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Judy and families. Our condolences go out to the family in the loss of John. Kim & Dave V.

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Retirement by Design donated to Alzheimer Foundation Southwest Partners

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Thinking of your family at this difficult time. Sincere condolences from Tyler Smith & the Retirement by Design team

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Joanne Hamilton posted a condolence

Friday, May 30, 2025

Mr. Mackey and I go waaay back to my public school years. Even at that age I knew that he was so active, interested and involved. He, and our school (Southdale) were setting a standard for arts and academics and it certainly made an impression on me and my peers. More recently visits to my store by Judy and John and now JJ and Liz would put me on a nostalgia trip to those very pleasant times. Im greatly sorry for your loss, and ours. Pat too.

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Darlene Kelly posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Dear Murray and family, We didn’t have the pleasure of knowing John, but from everything we've read and heard, he was a remarkable man who lived a full and meaningful life. He leaves behind a legacy of accomplishments, strength and devotion to his family and friends. Our thoughts are with you, your mom, and your entire family during this time of loss. Our deepest condolences, Carl and Darlene

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Lorna Campbell posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Our sincere sympathy. Lorna Campbell and family.

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Elaine Marentette posted a condolence

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Judy and family, we wish to extend our condolences to you and the family. John was definitely a man to remember. As many have said, he was larger than life and a presence in any room. We all saw that side of him as well as the family man side. He loved you all deeply. I remember his generosity in hosting staff parties at his place. He was very proud of his family. He was always very supportive and probably played a large role in my acquiring various teaching and leadership positions. He worked hard for both the Middlesex and Thames Valley Boards as Superintendent. He has left a legacy to be proud of and will be remembered by many. May that bring you all some comfort. From the Marentette family, Lanny, Elaine, Danielle and Nicole

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Bev Hawke posted a condolence

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Hi Judy: Was so sorry to read about John's passing in the paper. My thoughts are with you during one of the hardest times of your life. I sincerely believe that John is on a golf course with Larry right now playing the best game he has ever had. Bev

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Adam posted a condolence

Sunday, May 18, 2025

I have some very early, very fond, memories of John. I remember revelling in the warmth of his booming laugh as a kid at family gatherings, feeling like I was "on the inside" when he shot me a smile on the sly as he walked the halls of Valley View Public School as Superintendent, and putting up road signs with him throughout Strathroy for Rose Marie Ur. I am very grieved by his passing, and pray much comfort - and even laughter - as you remember his remarkable life.

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Ross Spettigue posted a condolence

Saturday, May 17, 2025

John and I sat on the Student Parliament at the London Teachers’ College, Class of 1964. As is the case so often, John and I did not cross paths after graduating. I do remember John as a quietly effective member of our team and contributed exacting assessments of the plans which we had discussed. I’m pleased to learn that John had an extremely fine career in education and am in no way surprised. To John’s family, please accept my sincere condolences on John’s passing. As will you, I shall retain warm memories of time shared with John. Ross Spettigue, Windsor, ON

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Jane Gibson posted a condolence

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Sending my condolences to Judy and the whole family. I was saddened to know of John's decline in the last few years and of his passing. The Gibsons and the Mackeys go back to the days of Murray Sr and my dad growing up together and creating havoc in Strathroy dare I say more than 90 or so years ago. I have cherished memories of our families celebrating the joys and trials of life and so many "everydays" in between. Whenever John was around we knew that his larger than life presence would make for lively discussion and fun times. So many laughs. Never a dull moment when John and Judy came over. You truly captured his legacy in your words here. I am thinking of you all. Sincerely Jane Gibson

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Mark Hornyak lit a candle

Friday, May 16, 2025

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My sincerest condolences to Judy, Murray, John, Mona and your extended family on John's passing. I am so sorry for your loss.

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Jim Patterson posted a condolence

Friday, May 16, 2025

Dear Judy and Family, Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of John. I recall with sincere gratitude the support John and you gave my family and me when Janet passed. Know that you and your family are being thought of in the kindest way at this very sad time in your lives. Sincerely, Jim

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Mary Wade posted a condolence

Friday, May 16, 2025

My deepest condolences to Judy and the Mackey family on the loss of John. I know he will be missed by many. RIP John.

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Steve Pelkman posted a condolence

Friday, May 16, 2025

My time spent with John on the Police Services Board was marked by serious work but we had a lot of fun and laughter along the way. He had an incredible depth of knowledge on many issues. As a kid you feared him coming into the school because he looked so serious and yet the man I got to know as an adult was a man of understanding, compassion and empathy. He was able to see things from a different perspective than his own even if in the course of 'business' he wasn't able to show it. As a neighbour he was quick to wave and easy to have a chat over the fence. I was sad when left our little neighbourhood and now sadder that he has left us but I am richer for the experience of having worked with and known him. Definitely my thoughts and condolences go out to Judy, John, Murray, and Mona.

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Karen Kramer posted a condolence

Friday, May 16, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the family. The Butler kids (Robert, David, Kathy and Karen)

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Terry Gentleman posted a condolence

Thursday, May 15, 2025

To Judy and family we send our condolences on John's passing. May you find peace in remembering a life well lived. Terry and Joan Gentleman

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Doug & Sharon posted a condolence

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Thinking of you Judy! And sending sympathy to you and to all of your family. Sincerely, Doug and Sharon Statham

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Mary Armstrong posted a condolence

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Dear Judy and family Thinking of you all, at this time. Mary Armstrong

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Gerry Adlington posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a giant of a man both in his public and private life. He ran his schools with firmness and fairness. He was deeply devoted to both his family and his job as an educator. He loved golf and the Masonic order. Rest in peace and hit them long and straight John. You now have joined the great former golfers. Gerry Adlington

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Frances Bender posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

My condolences to Judy and family at this difficult time.

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Bud and Stella posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

condolences from the Jacksons Bud and Stella and boys

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Kathy Kersey posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Dear Judy and family, please accept my sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time. Thinking of you all. Kathy Kersey

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Martina Thornton posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Judy, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you, Mona, Murray and John. Such a lovely tribute. Martina and John Thornton

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Sandy/ Rick Heinbuck posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Judy and family, our sincere condolences, John was a wonderful person, he will be missed by many. Rick and Sandy Heinbuck

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Shirley Mann /Ron Campbell posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

John was a wonderful man ,and a great teacher,teaching both my children or as their Principal. He will be remembered by many . RIP John and hope your golf games are still fun bouncing off the clouds . Our thoughts and Prayers are with all the family Shirley Mann /Ron Campbell

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Doris Charron-Vankoughnett lit a candle

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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So sorry to hear! Sending my deepest condolences to Mona and all the Mackey family

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Pam Van Bavel posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Condolences to all of you. Your write up was so John. I have so many memories of John and Jim, and Judy and mom when they were included. Especially after a golf game on a Friday night. RIP John

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Brenda Meulendyks posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Condolences to all of the Mackey family. A truly wonderful capture of memories and detail in your write up. Brenda Meulendyks

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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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