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Ralph Mackie Obituary
WILLIAMSFIELD - Ralph E. Mackie, 87, of rural Williamsfield died at 5:52 a.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at his home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 18, at the Williamsfield United Methodist Church. The Rev. Jennifer Seder will officiate. Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 17, at the church, where Masonic rites will be accorded at 5:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Williamsfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be directed to the Shriners Hospital or to the Williamsfield United Methodist Church.
Rux Funeral Home in Williamsfield is in charge of arrangements.
He was born Jan. 29, 1928, in rural Williamsfield, the son of Earl Edwin and Clora Catherine (Robinson) Mackie. He married Louise Spencer on Jan. 1, 1947, in Williamsfield.
She survives, as do their children, Donna (Greg) Kneer of Galesburg, Greg (Theresa) Mackie of Columbus, Ohio, Rod (Cheryl) Mackie of Laura and Curt (Susan) Mackie of Williamsfield; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four stepgreat-grandchildren; and a brother, Donald (Helen) Mackie of Williamsfield.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ralph graduated from Williamsfield High School in 1945.
He had farmed, worked construction and had worked 18 years for the former Peabody and Midland Coal Companies. He also did custom combine work in the area from 1980 till 2002.
He was a member of the Williamsfield United Methodist Church and a 60-plus year member of the Victoria and Altona Masonic Lodges, serving as master for several years. He also belonged to the Valley of Peoria Scottish Rite and Shriners Mohammed.
He enjoyed flying, boating and horses. He was also a loyal Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.
This obituary may be viewed and private condolences left at www.ruxfuneralhome.com.
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Ginny & Ray Seaholm
May 22, 2015
Our Blessings to Curt, Susan, Shelby and Kayla plus all the rest of the family, those I do not personally know. I met him once at the lake a long time ago. I recall a sweet and loving guy.
May 19, 2015
our deepest sympathies and prayers ...God bless Gloria Pacione(Sherrys Mother) Sherry and Dan Mackie and family
Shelby Kaiser
May 19, 2015
A piece of me went with you when God took your hand and walked you into Heaven.
Even though we won't see each other again, share a smile or a hug, or watch my kids play at the farm, I promise to keep you forever in my heart and continue to make you as proud as I can.
I love you Grandpa.
Jerald and Karen Benjamin
May 17, 2015
Our most heartfelt condolences
Kristen Adams
May 16, 2015
Dear Curt, Susan and family,
We are so sorry about your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Kristen and Mike Adams and family
May 15, 2015
Curt, Susan, and family......sorry to hear about your dad, Curt. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dr. Donald and Mary Bortz
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