1957
2018
My name is Cathy and I had the privilege to be married to Keith for almost 42 years. I always told him that 40 years were good. Laughter was a part of who we were. His mother (Carol Poff) and I had the honor of holding his hands as he went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 17th, 2018.
He had three "favorite" children and 8 amazing grandchildren, Kendra (Bill) Crowell, Austin and Kaylee, Kyle (Nikki) Mackie, Gavin, Kyra and Karder; and Candace (Kevin) Daugherty, Bailey, Cassidy and Kendall. All of us felt he was a special man, and from the outpouring of love and support from our family, church family (Victory Hill), work family (Ralston Foods), and people he met along the way, we know we are not the only ones that felt that way.
Keith has three sisters; Chris (Mike) Varnell, Jennifer (Wayne) West and Dana (Brad) Marsh, and inherited in-laws, Cheryl (Lloyd) Locke and Dennis (Cheri) Noland.
Our family would like to thank Dr. Tencza, Dr. Olenki, Dr. Blakaj, and Dr. Ginty, for making us feel like family. To the wonderful men and women who work at the James and especially the Pickering House, may God continue to bless all of you! You have been given special gifts.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 at 11AM at the Victory Hill Church with Pastor Tim Teague officiating. Burial is to follow at Baugher Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday at the church from 1-3PM & 5-8PM. Arrangements have been made through the HALTEMAN-FETT & DYER FUNERAL HOME.
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January 25, 2018
Susie Stover
Cathy, I'm so sorry for your loss. prayers for you and your family.
January 24, 2018
kathy doss
Awwww.. Cathy ..Im so sorry.. Keith was a hoot..My Love ..Thoughts & Prayers to you all...
Kathy Probasco Doss
January 23, 2018
Betty Jo,Randy Lee
Kathy,My heart goes out to you and Family.Keith will be so missed,sounds like he personally knows the Lord and You will meet again!! Blessings and Prayers
January 23, 2018
Chad Buckalew
My heart is heavy knowing that a great guy and family man has went to be with the Lord. Keith and I always spoke every time we could in passing either through a sporting event or just through our leisure time. I always enjoyed shaking Keith's hand and having a conversation. Keith you will be truly missed. The Mackie Family are wonderful people as well, and may nothing but good memories stay with you for eternity. God Bless and stay strong for each other
January 22, 2018
Friend
Rick & Joyce
I was so blessed to work and know Keith. One thing you knew was he loved his family and new his faith was strong to the end. If only we all could be as strong as he was. We are so thankful to have been friends with him& Kathy our prayers are with you and your family. Rick & Joyce
January 22, 2018
Linda Dwyer
Cathy, Mel and I will always remember the motorcycle trip to West Virginia. We were all soaked with rain and cold. We spent that night laughing. Our prayers are with you. We love you.
January 22, 2018
To the family of Keith Mackie: Kathy I am deeply sorry for your loss. Keith was a great person and will be missed. May god be with you all in this time of need. Sincerely Tom Woodside and Family.
January 22, 2018
Connie (Hines) Craiglow
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 22, 2018
C H
To the family of Keith V. Mackie:
My condolence for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during this most difficult time.
January 22, 2018
a loved one
January 22, 2018
Debby Currence
I am sincerely sorry for your loss and will keep your family in my prayers.
January 22, 2018
Lynn Fox
Cathy and family, There are no words to express our sympathy at Keith's passing. Praying that God gives you comfort and strength during this difficult time.The Fox Family,Vaughn FoxSteve (Tammy) FoxTiffany (Daniel) BoozeAshley FoxLynn Fox
January 22, 2018
Sherry Ford
Your family has our deepest sympathies. May God surround you with His comfort, love and peace during this time.
January 22, 2018
Angi & Dave Griffith
Cathy I am so Sorry for your Loss but we know Keith is no longer in pain and we will see him again. Keith's Dad was our neighbor for many years .
January 22, 2018
Cathy & Family:
I worked with Keith "KID" at Ralston for many years. I am saddened to learn of his passing and the difficulty his health endured. He surely will be missed.
May you lean on God for grace during the days ahead and allow him to comfort and encourage you daily as you continue on!! Cherished memories will comfort you as you celebrate his life and his passing.
"Rico"
Richard & Angie Griggs
January 21, 2018
Wayne/Julie Heskett
Cathy, Wayne and I are so sorry to hear of Keith's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Wayne and Julie Heskett
January 21, 2018
Arlene and Bud Speakman
Cathy and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Even though we didn't see you often when we did it was always filled with joy and laughter. He was fun to be around and kept that joy throughout his sickness. A well loved and genuine man of God. A great example to us all. Sincere sympathy and lots of prayers for you all. Love.
January 21, 2018
Robin Chesser
Sorry to hear of Keith's passing. His humor will be missed. We shared a lot of good and hard times growing up. He was always such a clown and pulling some kind of prank. He was so much fun at our family reunions. He certainly has left a huge void with his passing, but hopefully we can all think of happy times with him to ease the pain. I hope you all find comfort that he is no longer suffering and in a better place. Love to all.
January 21, 2018
Pam Petty-Kovach
Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Keith was a wonderful man and a mentor to the baseball team when Cory played. God has wrapped his arms around you, your children, grandchildren, parents and friends. I love your faith.....thinking of you all. God Bless....
January 21, 2018
Pam Stepleton
Cathy and family so sorry for your loss Keith was a great man lots of fond memories in my office at 5/3 and lots of laughs prayers to you
January 21, 2018
I am very sad to hear of Keith's passing. He was a classmate of mine from 6th grade at Cedar Heights. He always had a smile and grin on his face. Such a nice guy. Prayers are being sent to your family at this time. In Gods love and mine.
Pamela (Good)Macioce
January 21, 2018
January 20, 2018
karen rondholz
prayers for your family. from freda marshall and family
January 20, 2018
karen rondholz
to nicole and the rest of the family. I am so sorry to hear about your loved ones passing. my prayers for you and the family
January 20, 2018
The Mackie family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for the loss of your husband.. father.. grandfather.. He was a very sweet man. He is now walking with the Lord..One day, you will all be re-united again.
Oscar and Lou Ann Ward
January 20, 2018
Bill Stevens
Please except my deepest sympathy for your loss! I have very fond memories of Keith as a student when I was teaching classes in electronics at Ralston. It was always a pleasure to talk with him and see him in class. As I recall, he even bought my 1988 Mercury.
May you find comfort in his memory.
Blessings!
Bill, from The Villages, Florida
January 20, 2018
Kathy Petty
A true warrior for God! Our thoughts and prayers for all of the family for continued courage, strength and faith. It has been a long hard road. Keith and Cathy have touched more lives than we will ever know. Their love and strength showing every day. RIP Keith.
January 20, 2018
Friend
Julie Fred
Mackie family, we will continue to pray for you all. Keith has ran his race and endured until his last breath. We are still "Mackie Strong "for all those with heavy hearts. I remember Marlene telling me about the Holy Spirit comforting us when we have to say goodbye to our loved one. He can give you that peace that passes understanding. Julie &Fred
January 20, 2018
Lost a dear friend and a mighty man of God. Heaven gained a awesome warrior. You will be missed
Raymond and Becky Sells
January 20, 2018
Dolores Holowell
Cathie and Family,
I want to send my condolences to Each and Everyone. May God Bless. Prayers.
Sincerely,
Dolores (Deebug) Holowell
January 20, 2018
Chris Mace
Candace and Kyle & family - So sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
January 20, 2018
Michelle Rhodes
Dear Cathy and Family,
I want to thank you for the blessed opportunity to care for Keith Mackie. I will never forget this wonderful man. I truly enjoyed my time spent with Keith, Cathy and Family. He will always be my number 1 Hospice Story with the " Magic Money." Keith, Cathy and Family you will always have a special place in my heart. Please keep in touch and prayers sent to you. Love ,Michelle STNA Pickering House.
January 19, 2018
Pat Justice
I am sending my love and prayers to Cathy, Carol, Kendra, Kyle, Candace and all of Keith's family and asking God to grant them peace and comfort to help them get thru this difficult time. Keith was such a strong and caring man to me in my time of need and I will always be grateful for that. Heaven has truly gained another Angel......you are all in my heart...lots of love and hugs.
January 19, 2018
Neil & Terri Snelling
A light at our family reunions has gone out, but Keith's spirit now shines brightly with Jesus in heaven. We always looked forward to seeing Keith and you, Cathy, along with your family. We will miss Keith. May God bless all of you with wonderful memories of a loving husband and father. -- Your Newark relatives.
January 19, 2018
Dear Cathy and family, Was so sorry to hear of Keith ' s passing oh what a happy day for him. Our loss, heavens gain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all, Robin Conley
January 19, 2018
What I will miss about Keith is his humor, the smile he always had, his compassion, love for others, his love for God. Words can't express how wonderful he was. Just not enough. I love the Mackie family they have always and will be my family/friends forever. He is sitting beside Clarence laughing and talking about old times. I love u all and my prayer for you is peace, peace, wonderful peace. Love u Keith (my friend).
Donna (Baden) Heminger
January 19, 2018
Otis Tate
Keith Mackie...Man of God, Family Man and a Friend to so many. You are missed and will remain in our hearts forever! Otis, Sarah, Caleb and Collin Tate.
January 19, 2018
Judy Lester
Keith and Kathy are two of the sweetest people I know. Keith was a great example of trusting God for his strength. Dave just said last night that he really liked him.As we all did!! We will surely miss him.. Love and prayers to Kathy and the family. Judy Lester and Dave Dean
January 19, 2018
Gary & Lisa Wolfinger
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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