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Mac Ohana Obituary

Mac, formerly known as Maggie, Ohana graduated from Squalicum High School, attended the Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, and was active with Northwest Youth Services. His left this life too soon, losing his long term battle with depression. He will be missed by his family: mothers Heidi and Chris, brothers Andrew and Willey, sister Ren, grandmother E.K. Butler, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Mac had a large personality and made a huge impact on a great many people. His family and community will remember him for his advocacy of those who were homeless and those struggling with mental illness. He tried to navigate our flawed mental health care system and worked hard to change it. We hope his short life will be the catalyst for necessary change in the treatment of those in the margins of society. He was so very thankful for the support of Northwest Youth Services and donations would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 12, 2 p.m., at Syre Hall at Whatcom Community College. Please share your thoughts in memories online at, www.sigsfuneralservices.com

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Dec. 8, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Mac Ohana

21 Entries

Sam

July 20, 2021

We used to be friends on Facebook. Haven't contacted Mac since I have left early 2012 after I deleted that account. I am in shock that he is gone. Coming to terms that I am trans myself this especially hit me hard. I hope he is at peace. He was such a funny dude.

anonymous anonymous

November 20, 2020

i never met you, but i know you. i came upon your grave when i was in a similarly dark place and considering leaving this world too. i don’t know how long i cried for when i first saw it, or when i looked up your obituary and saw how you looked like me. i’m sorry you were in so much pain, and i hope you’re happier wherever you are now. thinking of you this trans day of remembrance. rest in peace.

Sharley Strait

June 30, 2019

Im sorry

Sharley Strait

June 30, 2019

Im sorry that I didnt know. Im sorry that we didnt keep in touch. You were my best friend at one time. I hope you are okay now

Sage Warren

December 30, 2015

Mac was always there for me as I began to trainsition. Him and I had a lot of the similar views on therapy and doctors. I miss him so much. I had plans to see him during the summer and to just hang out and be kids. He really was an inspiration to me. He was an insirpation. I love you, Mac.

Rebecca Hawk

December 12, 2015

going to miss your amazing advice and wise words my friend,
forever&always RIP

Amanda Nye

December 11, 2015

It was a pleasure to know Mac. Anytime I heard a random knock on my door I knew it was him. And boy am I gonna miss his letters! I have his last one and I'll cherish it forever. Rest easy my friend I'll miss you!

Dana Armerding

December 11, 2015

Rest in peace my friend... Thank you for being a part of my life, as well as many others you were able to impact through your friendship & kindness.

Abby Whitaker

December 11, 2015

I met Mac in middle school when we both did singing lessons. In high school we started talking and we shared war stories. I won't ever forget his vibe and how he could get me to laugh when I needed it most. Rest in peace, Mac.

benette sherman

December 11, 2015

I really didn't know Mac or Maggie well while he lived in Iowa, though I know his family who made such an positive impact on the UU Fellowship of Ames, IA. May the family be consoled by knowing friends from afar are thinking of you and hoping you'll find comfort in each other and in your communities.

Lauren Walker

December 11, 2015

Rest well sweet soul. In his short life, Mac touched many people. The ripples of his influence will continue on. We will not forget you nor will we look away from the cracks you fell through. Love you Mac Ohana.

Linda Darks

December 10, 2015

Your smile lit up the room. I'm so sorry that you had to hide so much pain with your silliness. I'll miss you and hope that your family soon remembers the happy parts more often so they can heal.

Michelle Magee

December 10, 2015

Love to Ohanas.

Ry Mueller

December 10, 2015

To Mac, I address this to wherever you are. I feel your spirit everyday. I think to myself that you're on the other side of the world, exploring, traveling & creating change. Please guide us as we use your light to see the way. I may have never met you and I'm devastated at the thought I never will. But I know you impacted everyone you met. I will carry a piece of you in my heart every day.

Brianna Schuman

December 10, 2015

I may not have known him in life, but the impact from his death is felt far and wide in the region. I vow to keep fighting for justice in his memory.
Rest In Power

Mitchell Nowakowski

December 9, 2015

I knew Mac as Maggie, from elementary school. Honestly, Maggie was one of the nicest people I knew, when there were many others who weren't, especially in the latter portion of elementary. That meant a lot to me then and it still does. I'm so sad to see her go....

Vicki Robinson

December 9, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I loved this child and don't have the right words to convey my sorrow.
Just know that I am thinking of you.

Tauchena Cline

December 8, 2015

Mac was such a wonderful person I knew him Squalicum he helped me out when I was a freshmen and kinda just stayed by my side and helped me out he was so funny everyone I saw him I felt a positive flow with him I don't know how to word it . So many things I can say but he was caring,funny,loving, a leader and more R.I.P. Mac Ohana

Kim Morgan James

December 8, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

David Langdon

December 8, 2015

I knew Mac from a support group we were both a part of....he didn't come every week but when he did, I always was so happy to see him. It just doesn't seem right to speak of him in the past tense as his memory will forever live on....I know he is somewhere resting in peace and free from the grasp of depression where he is happy and free to be his authentic self!! Mac, we will continue to fight for change in your honor!!! You will forever be missed...you left a mark on my heart.

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