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JOHN MACKINNON Obituary

MACKINNON, John "Jack" Harold Of Hingham and Osterville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 27, 2023. Jack was reunited in Heaven with the love of his life, his wife of 54 years, Rosemary Thomas MacKinnon. He will be greatly missed by his six children, John MacKinnon and his wife, Karen of Duxbury, Kevin MacKinnon and his wife, Maria Del Carmen of Marshfield, Maryellen McBride and her husband, Timothy of Hingham, Michael MacKinnon and his wife, Kenna of Oak Park, Illinois, Julie Houle and her husband, Aaron of Hingham and Thomas MacKinnon and his wife, Danielle of Duxbury. He is also survived by his 21 beloved grandchildren, to whom he was affectionately known as "Jack", Kailin, Sean and Mara MacKinnon, Marina, Ryan and Amanda MacKinnon, Jack, Liam, Kate, Kenna and Caroline McBride, Owen, Colin, Ian and Fiona MacKinnon, Kevin and Helena Houle and Neil, Madeline, Emma and Olivia MacKinnon. Jack is also survived by his sister, Kathy Nicholson; his brother, Paul MacKinnon and his wife, Gerri; his sister-in-law, Nancy MacKinnon; many adored nieces and nephews, foster grandchildren and too many friends to count. He was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Catherine MacKinnon; his brother, Kevin MacKinnon; and nephew, Ryan MacKinnon.  Jack was born and raised in Dorchester and was a proud graduate of Boston College High School and Boston College. He could often be found entertaining friends and family at BC football tailgates every fall. All were welcome as Jack never met a stranger. He enjoyed 37 years working as a CPA at Price Waterhouse, where his legendary career is still talked about today. A consummate giver, he was always quick to donate his time, expertise and money to those less fortunate. He has served on the boards of BC High, Catholic Charities, Emmanuel College, Laboure College, Nativity Preparatory School, Notre Dame Academy and Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary. He was also an active member of the Order of Malta and served as President of the Boston College Alumni Association. In 2012, he received the Saint Ignatius of Loyola Medal from BC High for his lifelong service to others. Jack lived life to the fullest, a lesson that will continue to be shared by all that love him.  Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Visiting Hours on Thursday, August 31, from 3 to 7 PM, at the Church of the Resurrection, 1057 Main Street, Hingham. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Resurrection on Friday, September 1, at 11 AM. Burial in St. Paul's Cemetery, Hingham. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Jack's memory to the MacKinnon Family Scholarship, Boston College High School, 150 Morrissey Blvd., Dorchester, MA 02125 or www.bchigh.edu/give

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2023.

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Keith L Douglass, KM

November 10, 2023

Although I never knew Mr. MacKinnon, his life story is exemplary in serving many organizations and lived his faith.

Linda

September 5, 2023

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of you brother, Jack. He is now safely in Our Lord´s arms. Peace, Linda

Joan (Osenton) Milford

September 1, 2023

Kathy, I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother, Jack. May your wonderful memories help sustain you through these very difficult times.

Christine Malagoli

August 31, 2023

So Very sorry for your loss .

Bill Lovett

August 30, 2023

I´ll always remember Jack for being a significant role model. We worked at Elm Farm Foods while we were students in high school and college. Jack welcomed me into his wonderful group of Elm Farm friends, who socialized together and supported each other for life. Due to his encouragement, I went to Boston College and became a CPA. He was a role model for me and others, because he was kind, enthusiastic, gifted and humorous. He led us in doing the right things in responsible ways, so we had no regrets.

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Ahsen O'Neil

August 30, 2023

Dear Kathy,
I am very sorry for your loss, may your brother Rest in Peace. My condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,

Eleanor B. Siegel

August 30, 2023

I have fond memories of Jack and Rosemary. May their memories be a blessing for all of your families. Jack was my late husband, Art Siegel's, partner. I am so grateful to have known both Jack and Rosemary.

Mike Thomas

August 30, 2023

Jack was married to my cousin, Rosemary Thomas MacKinnon, originally of Arlington. As a kid, I remember going to visit Rosemary's parents (my uncle and aunt) and siblings (Patty and Paula) where Jack would be found. Besides being well-educated and a total professional, he was great with teasing and playing with me on my visits. He was a first-class individual that never forgot the Thomas side of the family. He recently (past 2 years) attended my oldest brother's funeral and made a point to re-introduce himself to me after 55_+ years. I will always be grateful for his acknowledgement of my brother, Leo's, passing. Sincerely, Mike Thomas, New Braunfels, Texas

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