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Bobbie Mackay Obituary

Bobbie Ruth (Kelley) Mackay of Quincy, formerly of Marshfield and Fort Myers, Fla., died January 7, 2021. The beloved wife of 55 years to the late Alexander "Jim" Mackay, they were married on June 10, 1944, in the County of Tarrant, Texas. Loving mother of James Mackay and his wife Gayle of Quincy and the late Thomas Frederick Mackay and Charles Henry Mackay. Mother-in-law of Lynne Mackay of Halifax and Beverly Mackay of Fort Myers, Fla. Bobbie was the 11th of 13 children and is survived by her sister, Catherine Davis. Cherished grandmother of Jason Mackay, Susan Rheault, Charles Mackay, Jeanne Shaughnessy, Thomas, Sean and Scott Mackay and Danielle Rossi. Bobbie is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Bobbie loved to play games and her favorite was dominoes. She was a talented artist and was so proud to have one of her oil paintings in an art show at the State House. She loved to read and John Grisham novels were among her favorites. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. For those who cannot access the web site, and would like to leave a condolence for the family please call 1-800-KEOHANE to have your message added.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Jan. 9, 2021.

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Sandra Tedeschi

January 12, 2021

Bobbie was a very special lady to me and a friend to my Mom Rita O’Connor. I wish I had spent more time with her in my later years but am happy that I visited her last year and had a beautiful and blessed time with her. She was as lovely and funny as I remembered her from my younger days. She will live on in my heart. May God bless her and her family.
Warmly, Sandi O’Connor Tedeschi

The Hansbury’s

January 9, 2021

Jim, Gayle, Sue and fam. I am so sorry for your loss!! Sending warm hugs your way. ❤

Valerie Johnson

January 9, 2021

Aunt Bobbie had a laugh that would fill a room with happiness, I remember so many wonderful times at your home, swimming down the neck and so many barbecues and holidays....Rest In heavenly peace Aunt Bobbie, you’ve earned your rest. Sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Jimmy, Gayle and the entire MacKay family Love, Valerie

Mickey Carroll Golden

January 9, 2021

Remembering the good old Rockland Street days; may she Rest In Peace.

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