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Andrew MacKay Obituary

Andrew K. MacKay 7/1/1931-4/24/2011 Barbara J. MacKay 2/5/1934-5/29/2007 Andy passed away peacefully early Easter morning. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Barbara. Andy was born and raised in Boston, MA. He served in the US Air Force for 21 years, and then went on to work for the State of Washington, retiring at the age of 78. Andy was a true family man! He is survived by his loving children Karen Barry, Scott MacKay, Laurie MacKay-Shull (Robert), and Andrea Bohnett (Dan), as well as his precious grandchildren Andrew, Rachelle and Aubree Barry, Jamie, Kellie and Annie MacKay, Ashley, Nicki and Allie Bohnett, and one great grandchild due in May. Sports were a big part of Dad's life. He played softball til age 72. He was also able to see his home town team, the Boston Red Sox, finally win a World Series. Our memories of Dad and "Papa" will be cherished forever! We love you Dad! Graveside services will be held at New Tacoma Cemetery, 9212 Chambers Creek Rd. West, University Place, WA Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 1:00 pm.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 27, 2011.

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April 27, 2011

I love you Papa so much. You are so strong and lived an amazing life. You were the best grandpa ever. Love, Aubree

April 27, 2011

your chipmunk will always love you Papa!!

April 27, 2011

Please accept my condolences. Andy and I worked together at the State of Washington, Securities Division. When Barbara passed away, John Maxwell and I went to the funeral and talked with Andy (we were both retired). Andy and I were lucky enough to take in a Mariner's game when the Boston Red Sox came to town (I wish we had done more of that). I went over to Andy's house a couple of times and we drank scotch together (I believe that scotch and water was Andy's favorite drink). I will miss Andy a lot.
I will not be able to attend the funeral because we will not be returning to Washington until the end of May.

Sincerely,Gary Smith

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