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for Thomas Mackenzie
Melinda scurry Porteous
September 4, 2020
I finally found you. Part of my life for 10 years. Will always hold the memories I love you Thom. I named my first son after you. I’m so glad you found Kathy.
Teri Lohmeyer
May 5, 2020
In loving memory
dorothy lafrance
July 13, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. dr. Mackenzie had been my doctor for 10 yrs. I will miss him dearly.I was so sadden to hear of his passing.
He is in God's care now.
JESSICA TREADWAY
June 5, 2006
KATHY AND FAMILY MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR AND FRIEND TO ALL OF US. I KNOW YOUR PAIN. MY HUSBAND PASSED ON ALMOST 5 YRS AGO AND WHAT KEEPS US GOING IS ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES. IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING JUST ASK OR JUST TO TALK JUST CALL
Joseph/Dolores Szorc
May 31, 2006
Dear Kathy and family,
Together with Tom's other East Coast relatives, we are saddened and in shock with his passing from this life, too soon for someone who cared for so many. All the tributes here to Tom saw the same beautiful attributes that made him Special. Our happy memories, growing up as cousins,and being friends, we pray will give us comfort as we share your grief. We will always remember his "smile" and the good times shared with our children, who were fortunate to grow up around Tom and his family, living on the same block. You are in our thoughts and prayers, accept our deepest sympathy.
Tom Weber
May 29, 2006
I just found out, via a letter from Harriman Jones of your loss. I am in shock. Dr. Mackenzie has been my primary physician since he started in Long Beach, at the Cherry facility. For the last 25 years, I have been seeing him annually for my physicals. It didn't matter that I moved to Laguna Niguel, he was still my main guy. I loved him, for all the right reasons. Being in real estate, I showed him many homes in Seal Beach where he purchased and lived his life. I can't tell you how sad I am and the sadness I feel for you. We have all lost one of life's most genuine, caring and compassionate people!
kelly sattavara
May 25, 2006
I wanted to add one more entry as I read about Toms cousin remembering his smiling face as a little boy. I noticed a section where photos could be submitted. It would be wonderful if a few friends and family could post some photos.
Jim Beck
May 24, 2006
I would like to join Debbie Chase in expressing the shock and sorrow of Tom's east coast relatives of his all too early departure from this earth. I am a cousin who is 5 years old than Tom , and although I hadn't seen him in many years , the memories of his smiling face at family birthday parties during his grammar school days will forever remain with me. Our condolences to Kathy ,family and Tom's many friends.
Kelly Sattavara
May 23, 2006
Dear, Kathy. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Tom was so very special to all of us that were lucky enough to live near him in Seal Beach.He was such a kind and caring man. His wondeful sense of humor and intelligence were truely a beautiful combination that made him so special. His view from his balcony above Seal Way always provided great entertainment! He got a kick out of the shenanigans on the beach but was always there to lend support when needed. I was A kid in college, worried about my classes and new career as a respiratory therapist. He was right there pointing out the things that were important to know in medicine and those that were counterproductive worries on my part. He was an excellent teacher to so
many of us. I feel blessed to have known him. If there is anything that I can do in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me.Take care, Kathy.
Love, Kelly
Debbie Szorc-Chace
May 23, 2006
Dear Kathy & Family,
My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you & your family. Although we have never met, It sure feels like we have through all the Christmas card corresponding over the years. Hearing about my cousin Tom's passing really hit home! I am one of the few cousins that had the privledge of growing up with him on the same street in Woodhaven, N.Y.! He was a cousin we always looked up to. My brother & I remember going into Aunt Julia's(Toms Mom)home and watching JEOPARDY w/Tommy as he always knew all the correct answers. He was a great & wonderful cousin to be around with. Even though he moved miles away from family he was always in our thoughts & prayers each year, as I am sure we were with him. I remember visiting him in Seal Beach with my College roomates over 25 years ago and he welcoming us with open arms & heart of gold like the Tom I always knew from growing-up. My husband & I would like to send our deepest sympathy to you all. May God Bless you all.
Kathleen Aneson
May 23, 2006
To the Mackenzie family:
I just heard the news about Tom, and I am heartbroken. We first met when he was an intern at St. Mary Medical Center and were close friends until I married and moved away. I will always remember his sharp mind and sense of humor. He was a loyal and caring friend and one of the most intelligent and caring doctors I've ever known. I am so sorry.
Patricia Kunst
May 21, 2006
I just heard the news of Dr. Mac's passing. What a wonderful Doctor and human being. Both of my daughters and myself were his patients, he helped us so much. We all loved this kind and compassionate man. His family should be very proud of what a great person he was. So sorry for your loss he will be greatly missed. No one can ever take his place.
Robert Moreland
May 20, 2006
To the Mackenzie Family
I had been referred to Dr. Mackenzie by my sister, a long time patient. I the few times I was in for a visit I found Dr. Mackenzie to be warm, compassionate and knowledgeable. His knowledge and skills surely demonstrated in the care provided my sister. Our family shares in the loss of this most trusted physician and compassionate person.
Pat McKinley
May 16, 2006
To The MacKenzie Family,
Dr. MacKenzie was my doctor for
over 9 years, he was a very kind, and very easy to talk too, and he always took the time to listen to his patients, that what made him a very special Doctor, and will miss him terribly, Dr. MacKenzie he was one of the best, May your memories of your Love one Bring you warmth and confort.
God Bless.
Pat McKinley
Janis Bigelow
May 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I came to work at Harriman Jones on Cherry at about the same time as Dr. Mackenzie. I have fond memories of going to happy hour at Bobby McGee's with Dr. Tom and others and I feel like I've lost a friend as well as a wonderful, caring doctor. I can still picture his bouncy walk!
Sincerely, Janis
Shannon Mollus
May 12, 2006
Dr. Mackenzie was my physician for 10 years. He was very caring and always easy to talk to. He will be greatly missed by many. My sympathies to his family.
Barbara Buchanan
May 12, 2006
We miss you Tom, you were our family doctor for more than 20 years. Good bye, old friend.
Ralph and Barbara Buchanan
Grants Pass, Oregon
Robin Buchanan
May 12, 2006
To the Mackenzie Family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. He was a wonderful Dr and human being. I worked at HJ on his first day at the Cheery office. I remember him walking in and smiling. He went upstairs to his corner office and began a long and wonderful career at HJ. I became one of his earliest patients and stayed with him until he left for due to his illness. My Husband Ralph and daughter Lindsey and my grandparents and inlaws and my parents were all his patients. I always could count on his knowledge and wisdom to help me through some of my worst times in life. I will miss him so soo much. I feel lost and like I just lost a best friend. He would have done anything for me and so appreciated him. I want you to know as I am sure you do what an amazing man he was to many people in our family. We will really miss him, God Bless.
Robin Buchanan
Maria V. Gallegos, RN
May 12, 2006
Dear Kathy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked at Harriman Jones for 15 years and in all the phases(scheduling,time off requests and all communications) of my dealings with physicians, Dr. Mackenzie was the best. What and inspirational human being.
May your memories bring you warmth and comfort.
Jeanette Ross
May 12, 2006
To Kathy and Family,
Dr. Mackenzie had been my doctor since his first day on Cherry Ave. He was the best doctor I ever had. I am still in shock as I'm sure you must be. He was loved by many people. My sympathy to you and your family. Jeanette Mollus Ross
Peggy Miller
May 12, 2006
Dr. Mackenzie was my Mom and Dad's doctor for over 20 years. My Dad, Gilbert Carlson, loved Dr. Mackenzie. He was always very kind and caring. He was always positive and always listened to what my Dad had to say matter how long it took. My sister and I would take our dad to his doctor visits and we loved Dr. Mackenzie dearly.
We will miss him terribly. Our deepest sympathies to the Mackenzie family.
lissa Lebel
May 12, 2006
Kathy,
I far away in London at the moment and I just spoke with my parents this morning and heard the news.
I'm so very sorry to hear about Tom.
He will be very missed.
On a personal note I appreciated that he extended himself for me.
Many thanks.
Love,
Lissa
Sally Young
May 11, 2006
Dear Kathy and Family,
May God watch over you in your sorrow to give you comfort and courage. With love,
Rose & Doug Crawford
May 11, 2006
Dr. Mackenzie was our family doctor. He was always very kind and caring. He always knew the right thing to do and say when we we came to see him. We will miss him terribly. Our deepest sympathies to the Mackenzie family.
patricia doremus
May 11, 2006
dr. mackenzie will be missed alot.
one of the best drs. here. kathy and family sorry for your loss.
Shari Vigil
May 11, 2006
Kathy I am very sorry for your loss. Tom will be missed he was a very special caring person.
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