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1980

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2016

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Zachariah Mackay Obituary

ZACK MACKAY A celebration of life will be held for Zachariah William MacKay, 35 of Chico, on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Durham Community Park. Zack passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 as the result of a horseback riding accident. He was born September 25, 1980 in Chico to Bill and Teri MacKay. He graduated from Chico High School in 1998. Zack was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends. He is survived by his children, Taylor and Zane MacKay; parents, Bill and Teri MacKay; four sisters, Brenda Sohnrey, Sarah Bethard, Becky MacKay and Rachael Santos; grandmothers, Dorothy MacKay and Rosalee Runge. Condolences may be made to www.bursiefh.com

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Published by Chico Enterprise-Record on Jun. 11, 2016.

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Aunt Ellen

June 5, 2023

Zach is so proud of Zane, Taylor and Clancy. Imagine a highschool grad., a University grad and a grandson all in one year. What a wonderful legacy.

Linda Duncan

June 12, 2016

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ken and Charlotte Richards

June 12, 2016

Always in our hearts ! We will never forget your kindness and your smile ! You will me missed Zach

Amanda Dolph

June 12, 2016

Oh I am at a complete loss for words. This family is the most amazing, stand up, hard working, loving family I have ever known. Zack was one of a kind. A smile that could take your breath away. I am so sorry for your loss. I Love you all so much. Taylor and Zane your dad will always live within you. A daddy's love never dies!

Stephen C. Decker

June 11, 2016

Taylor and Zane, Always remember all the things that your father has taught you & he will always be there with you. Bill & Teri & all of the rest of the family our prayers are with you in this time of remembrance of such a Wonderful Great Person as Zach. He is now Hunting, Fishing and doing things outdoors with those who have gone before us, we will all meet up again one day to do some hunting and fishing together. There is a Greater plan that we have no control over and every thing has a reason that one day we will see. Hang in there and be with each other that is all we can do.

Phyllis sandy

June 11, 2016

What a tragedy, Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.

Robert and Janet Henman

June 11, 2016

Taylor, Zane and Mackay family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you ❤ May your treasured memories be forever in your heart! Zack was a wonderful son, dad and friend and we will miss him. We love you guys and pray the strength and peace of God will hold you through this time
Love Uncle Robert and Aunt Janet

Daniel and Katrina Boulant

June 11, 2016

Our heart goes out to you and your family!

Kasie Stewart

June 11, 2016

My cousin was a beautiful soul R.I.P we will miss you always...♡ The Stewart Family

Kasie Stewart

June 11, 2016

My cousin was a beautiful soul R.I.P we will miss you always...♡ The Stewart Family

Theresa McLendon

June 11, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts go out to all.
Love Theresa McLendon (Beach)

Ellen Joslin

June 11, 2016

Love from Bob, Aunt Ellen and Grandma

Bob Boeller

June 11, 2016

Our hearts and prayers for the MacKay families all our love the Boellers

candy roles

June 11, 2016

My family has known the Mackay family for a long time, we grew up and played with. Each other right down the street, Zach will be missed. We send our thoughts and prayers, with much love, candy,cassie,charlene,kyle, and laura

Kristina Cinquini

June 11, 2016

Dear Mackay Family, I am so very sorry for your loss... Zack had a huge heart and always knew how to make you laugh.. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Erica Dossie - Stratton

June 11, 2016

My heart goes out to the Mackay family. Zack was sweet and funny and it is such a terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

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