New London, Connecticut
Jun 8, 1925 – Nov 3, 2021 (Age 96)
New London - Dr. Barbara June Macklin, 96, passed away Nov. 3, 2021, in New London. She was born June 8, 1925, in Jay County, Ind., to Paul Revere Macklin and Juanita (Whiteman) Macklin. Dr. Macklin was Rosemary Park Professor Emerita of Anthropology at Connecticut College, 1957 to 1997. Known for her boundless energy, enthusiasm and quick wit, curiosity and dedication, she is fondly remembered by her students, colleagues, and anyone lucky enough to cross her path.
"June" received her bachelor's degree in English and History from Purdue University in 1944, then taught High School English, History and Geography in her home town of Bryant, Ind. She completed her master's degree in Anthropology from the University of Chicago, her PhD in Anthropology at the University of Pennsylvania and further study at the University of Manchester in England.
Dr. Macklin was a respected Anthropologist, author, educator and lecturer, known for her research and writings on Latin American cultures both past and present, with a focus on Mexico. During her storied tenure at Connecticut College she was instrumental in the formation and shaping of the Anthropology Department. A prolific reader, June also loved international travel, riding her horses, sporty cars, and could always be recognized in one of her signature hats.
She was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Marjorie Sweeney of Indiana, and Jerry Macklin of Colorado. She is survived by four nephews, Larry Macklin and Tim Macklin of Colorado, Michael Sweeney of Wisconsin, Steven Sweeney of California, and their families..
A Celebration of her life will be held from 11 a.m. until noon Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington St., New London.
I met June in 1976, as a freshman at Conn. I was immediately inspired by her enthusiasm and seemingly boundless energy! She always made time to meet with me, and was tremendously supportive. My deepest condolences to June´s family. She was an amazing person.
Chris Snyder
November 22, 2021 | School
Ms.Macklin was one of my favorite professors. I remember gatherings at her home and her delicious cooking, and amazing collection of books. She will be missed.
AnnaSullivan
November 10, 2021 | School
Prof. Macklin was my advisor at Conn. She was an inspiration and an amazing mentor. I remember the annual Anthropology majors dinner at her home off campus, with South American specialties. My condolences to her family.
Elizabeth Blood (Conn '89)
November 07, 2021 | School
My deepest condolences to June's family. June was such a dynamic, knowledgeable and charming person, so much energy and enthusiasm for everything; What an amazing person to have in your family! "Too much sanity may be madness - and maddest of all: to see life as it is, and not as it should be!" June saw what life should and could be, always reaching for chances to make life an adventure, and so she lived most well.
Leslie Brown
November 06, 2021 | Work
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Sarah Schoellkopf CC 1997
November 05, 2021
June's enthusiasm was boundless and her energy contagious. I am blessed that she was part of my life.
paige bacon
November 05, 2021
My sympathies to June Macklin´s family. I remember June as am optimistic, cheerful and encouraging faculty colleague, always glad to stop to chat in Winthrop or in the campus post office. I enjoyed hearing her colorful stories about life at Connecticut College for Women in the 1950s and 1960s.
David Patton
November 05, 2021
As a child I use to help take care of Dr. Macklins horse at Conn College riding stable and will always remember how she would keep her small adorable dog with her in a big purse. So sorry for your loss she was a very fun lady in my life.
Lois Kosiba
November 05, 2021 | Other
My sincere condolences to Professor Macklin's family. She was an amazing teacher. I loved every minute of her Intro to Anthro class at Conn. Because of her, I have encourage my daughter in this field of study.
John & Elizabeth Leamon
November 05, 2021
