Michael Jennings McKenzie

Mr. Michael Jenning McKenzie, 66, of Mullins, passed away at his home after a brief illness.

Michael was born on January 28, 1957, in Mullins, South Carolina, a son of the late Theodore Jennings McKenzie and the late Annie Virginia Hooks McKenzie. Mike was a graduate of Mullins High School, where he excelled as a baseball player for the Mullins Auctioneers. Michael was voted Most Valuable Player for his senior year with the Auctioneers. He continued his education at Francis Marion University. Mike’s love of baseball continued with him over the years, especially through his fandom and love for the Atlanta Braves. Michael was also a gearhead, loving cars of all sorts, but his heart belonged to the Corvettes. No matter the year, make, or model, the Vette always held the top spot for Mike. Michael had worked in the Textile Industry and had worked with Anvil Knitwear for several years during its time in Mullins. Mike was of the Christian faith.

Surviving Michael is his son, Tyler Jennings McKenzie and his wife, Lindsey, of West Columbia; his two sisters, Betty Lou McKenzie Jones of Baltimore, MD, and Patty Sue McKenzie Coleman of Marion; his two brothers, Dupree McKenzie, and his wife Jeanne, of Irmo, SC, and Jack A. McKenzie of Clemson; five nieces, and four nephews.

Michael was predeceased by his brother, Jimmy Wayne McKenzie.

A memorial service for Mike will be held Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Riverside Cemetery in Nichols, S.C., with Rev. Adam Work officiating. 

A guestbook for Mike is available on our website or one may post to our Facebook page to share kind words and memories of Mr. McKenzie for the family.