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Sean McKay Obituary

SEAN PATRICK McKAY Jan 31, 1972 - Feb 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Sean Patrick McKay on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre with his family by his side. Born in Thunder Bay, Sean remained a resident of Thunder Bay all his life. He attended St. Edward, St. Elizabeth and FWCI schools, Lakehead University and McMaster University for his Bachelor of Science and Business Administration degrees. Sean worked for Monson Trucking as a Transport Driver, and after was a Trainer for transport driving at Northwestern Driving School. Sean worked for the City of Thunder Bay as a Transit Driver and later as Fleet Trainer for the city. In his youth he loved to play the violin and go fishing with family. He also enjoyed hockey, baseball and chess, of which he was Thunder Bay Chess Champion. He loved football and was on the FWCI team, then the Thunder Bay Giants and later the Storm football teams. He loved to play pool and spent many happy evenings with his pool team. He was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Sean is survived by his partner Tammy Latta, daughter Alexis Vance, stepdaughter Shayla Latta, parents Mervin McKay and Barbara McKay, sister Elizabeth McKay, nephew Ethan McKay-Spence and niece Alex McKay-Spence. He is also survived by uncles and aunts Leonard McKay, Edmonton; Richard (Josephine) Bartlinski, Selkirk; Marion McKay, Winnipeg; William McKay, Calgary; Merna (Don) Ditcham, Winnipeg; Leona (Alvin) Wiebe, Altona; Bertin (Jeff) McKay, Ottawa; Barry (Janice) McKay, Winnipeg; Bonnie (Sean) MacLeod, Winnipeg and Diane McKay of Winnipeg. Numerous cousins and extended family also survive. Sean was predeceased by grandparents Gertrude and Clifford McKay (nee Montroy); Amelia and Charles Bartlinski (nee Kosobucki); uncle Alvin McKay and aunt Monica McKay. Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Feb. 12, 2025.

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Gord M

June 15, 2025

High school homeroom classmate. We had lockers side by side and had many conversations over the years. I'm sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.

Karen Winslow

March 6, 2025

I met Sean when I worked for Kasper Transportation, he was the best and taught me so much in 3 hrs than I got in a whole day of driver trainers elsewhere! I will miss seeing him and having him to train me in future. My sincere condolences to Mer, Barb and family.

Caleb Gideon Strong

March 5, 2025

Sean your passing was unexpected. I enjoyed your friendship as a Transit operator, then later a one of my Transit bosses. You stood out, you will be missed, never forgotten! Peace Be With You...

Ron Fournier

February 21, 2025

My deepest condolences to Merv, Barb and Liz . Sean was my friend for over forty years. He was a man of honour and integrity and highly intelligent. Sean was always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed his help. I will never forget the countless chess and cribbage games we played. We played on his baseball team and pool league , together. I will never forget you , my friend!

Cory Ludwigsen

February 19, 2025

My heartfelt condolences to all Sean's family and friends. He was a great teammate and person.

Peter Domjancic

February 13, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Dave Paddington

February 13, 2025

So sorry to hear this news. Condolences from the Paddington Family.

Keri latta

February 12, 2025

We are sure going to miss you! You were a wonderful person. Hope you and Jay are having good time up there. Xoxo

Bob Veltri

February 12, 2025

RIP Sean, one of the good guys.

Alma Watts

February 12, 2025

Dear Barb, Mervin and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Alma Watts

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