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Gerald McElhaney Obituary

McElhaney, Gerald 'Mack' C. 84 Aug. 10, 1930 Jan. 10, 2015 Gerald "Mack" C. McElhaney, 84, passed away Jan.10, 2015, in Eugene, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Aug. 10, 1930, to Eileen and Clarence McElhaney in Watertown, S.D. In his teens, his family moved to Portland where Mack attended Lincoln High School. It was there he met his beloved and cherished wife with whom he shared 64 wonderful years. Mack spent his entire career working for the City of Portland. Mack and Leah have four children, Daniel (Debra), Nancy (Dana), Tricia (Greg) and Gerry Jr. (deceased); beloved grandchildren, John (Jacque), Nicholas (Ann), Nathan, Hannah (Tim), Leah and Lucas; and great-grand- children, Faith, Kylee, Jayde and Therran. Mack enjoyed camping and fishing, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family who will miss him beyond words. A celebration of life will take place at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Vancouver.

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Published by The Oregonian from Feb. 13 to Feb. 15, 2015.

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Don Hicks

February 7, 2023

God's blessings to the McElhaney family and the memory of Mack! The Franklin High area was a great place to live in the 60's, and Mack played a huge role in the lives of kids like me. Much love to Danny, Nancy, and Tricia and their families!
Don Hicks
Spring, Texas
Franklin High '67

February 21, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Mike and Dawn Owen

February 21, 2015

Mack was like a second father to me when I was growing up! Danny and I were the best of friends and Mack & Leah took me under their wing. I wish I could be there to honor this wonderful man. He was my friend, my coach, and he taught me so many great life lessons! God's blessings to the entire McElhaney family!

Much Love, Don Hicks
Spring, Texas

February 20, 2015

I grew up with the McElhaney family in the old neighborhood. Nancy & I were in the same class at Franklin High School & my brother Don & Danny with the best of friends. Rest in peace Mack. Russ Hicks

February 16, 2015

Our prayers for you Dan and Nancy, and your entire family. sincerely Janice Giunta Vermeer and Don Lowry(Don played ball with Mac) small world

Colin Weber

February 15, 2015

Sending prayers to the McElhaney family. Mac was an awesome man. He will be missed for sure!

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