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Maxine Mackey Obituary
Maxine Mackey, 83, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on March 22, 2012. Maxine was born on May 21, 1928 in Okemah, Oklahoma where she spent her childhood days. She married Oak Mackey in 1949 in Anchorage, Alaska. Being a dedicated airline pilot's wife, she lived in numerous states including Alaska, Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota while raising their six children. She was an active member of the Republic Airline Pilot's Wives group for over thirty years. In 1992 she moved to Mesa, Arizona and has been an active member of the community. She was the Chairman of Conventions and Director of Correspondence for the Second Air Division Association-Eighth Air Force; an active member of the Assistance League of East Valley serving as Chairman of the 2011 & 2012 Annual Fashion Show Fundraiser ; regularly attended her Red Hat luncheons and served in various ministries at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Maxine is survived by her husband Oak of 62 years, their children, Randall, Susan, Doug, Robert, James & Anne; five sons and daughters in-law, seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:00am on Thursday March 29 at St. Bridget Catholic Church, Lindsay & McDowell in Mesa; Reception immediately following in the church hall. Arrangements were made by Meldrum Mortuary. Memorial donations can be made to Assistance League of East Valley, Attn: J Parnell, 1950 N. Arizona Ave, Ste 3, Chandler AZ 85225 in lieu of flowers.
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for Maxine Mackey
March 29, 2012
Oak; the news of Maxine's passing has saddened both Pauline and I. We send you our sympathy and prayers at this difficult time.
Frank & Pauline Bales; Georgia
Libby Morgan
March 29, 2012
Sending our warmest wishes to Oak and all Maxine's family at this sad time. From your friends "Across the Pond" at the 2nd Air Division Memorial Library.
Matthew Martin
March 29, 2012
We here in the UK have every reason to be profoundly grateful to Maxine for her suport of the 2nd Air Division Association in the States and through it the Memorial Library of the 2nd Air Division USAAF here in Norwich UK. She was a delight to know.
Bill & Edna Studer
March 28, 2012
Dear Oak and family, we are still in shock. You and Maxine have always been very dear friends, she will be so missed by so many. Our love and prayers are with you all. We will always miss our Oklahoma Girl!
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Brian Mahoney
March 28, 2012
With Oak, Maxine was serving as an effective, articulate liaison between the veteran organization Oak was in and has led (the Second Air Division Association), and the 'second generation' affiliated organization that I have been involved in for several years... and we all feel the keen loss of a great friend, an energetic advocate, and a warm presence. For all in the "Heritage League of the Second Air Division," I would like to express to Oak and family our condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jo Barr
March 28, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with you
Don McIntire
March 27, 2012
Condolences to Mrs. Mackey's family. She obviously contributed much to her family and other people's lives. I know she will be missed by many people.
Lynn Knuth DC
March 27, 2012
Condolences to Maxine's family. She was such a vibrant, intelligent, interesting woman that she will always hold a place in the hearts of anyone who knew her.
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