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Ed MacKinnon Obituary
Well known Photographer; 62
CHELMSFORD -- Ed MacKinnon, of Chelmsford, MA, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at the age of 62, after a long fought battle with serious health issues.
He was a loving husband and a devoted father.
Edward was born in Norwood, MA, son of the late Malcolm and Patricia (Fallon) MacKinnon. He graduated from Xaverian Brothers High School in 1972 and went on to study at Northeastern University, graduating with a BS in Journalism.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Christine MacKinnon (Lundberg), and his sons, Stephen of Somerville, MA, and Peter of Providence, RI.
He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Michael MacKinnon and his wife, Dr. Laura MacKinnon of San Diego, CA, Dianne Harrison and her husband, Kenneth of Kingston, MA, Patricia Clair of Holden, MA, and Robert MacKinnon and his wife, Jacqueline of Temecula, CA. Ed is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins; and his uncle, Lewis Fallon of Winter Park, FL.
Ed started his career as a photojournalist for the Milford Daily News, where he had the opportunity to capture his favorite Boston teams in action. He continued his passion for photography by starting his own local business, which he ran for 30 years. Towards the end of his career, his work was focused on family and school portraits in Chelmsford and the surrounding towns. Ed was a very talented photographer with a gift for capturing the uniqueness of each client. He touched so many lives in the community and will be remembered for his humor and kindheartedness.
MacKINNON -- Ed's wake will be held on Friday, March 10, 2017 from 4 until 8 PM in the BLAKE CHELMSFORD FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen Street, CHELMSFORD. His funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 11th in St. Mary Parish, 25 North Road, Chelmsford at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. Interment will follow in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Chelmsford. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.
Funeral Director, Paul A. Hardy, Jr. For directions or condolences, please visit CHELMSFORDFUNERALHOME.COM and Find us on Facebook.
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Mark Palange
March 18, 2022
Ed and my brother Paul were lifelong, best friends. And they were both the best of men. Kind, generous, warm and loving. I miss them both, but take some solace in knowing that they are together again.
Brian MacWilliams
March 2, 2021
There are people that we meet, over and over, but never quite get to a deep relationship with but eventually wish you had. Ed was that type of guy in my life. As a photographer Ed came into the Color lab I worked at and immediately, every time we would trade barbs and both of us were laughing. Then he would leave until the next week or the week after. When he came back you had a feeling that he listened to you, and you listened back. Ed had all the social graces bar none. I am not surprised he was involved with photography because he was so people orientated. Everyone I worked with knew and loved seeing him and Ed knew every name and every husbands name or children's names of those he spoke with. All around, Ed was special. My parents are in heaven and it's comforting that Ed and my Dad have had the same laughs that we did. Miss you, ED !!
Paul Palange
March 2, 2019
I think of my dear friend each day and about how much I miss him. He brought so much joy and laughter into my life and the lives of so many others even when he was coping with his health issues. I could go on and on about his generosity, his incredible talent and so many other wonderful traits his skills. Love you brother!
Jim Gallagher
April 20, 2017
I just heard about Eds' Passing and it broke my heart! I knew Ed because I was the Travel Co-ordinator for Chelmsford Youth Soccer and my kids played Sports at CHS. Ed was one of the Finest People I have ever met and I hope my son grows up to be as Great a Guy as Ed was! My prayers go to the Family-RIP ED!
Sandy Hamilton - Cwiok
March 10, 2017
My deepest sympathy to my friend Chris and her family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul Noble
March 10, 2017
Amid the teenage angst and pecking order trivia of high school, Ed stood out as one of the nicest guys at XBHS. I've no doubt his personality served him well in later life. My condolences to his family and friends.
Rocky Morse
March 10, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Chris and the entire McKinnon family. Simply put, Ed was a great guy! He will truly be missed! Your friendship will always be treasured! Rest in peace Brother!
Rocky Morse X73
Mark Palange
March 10, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Chris and all of the MacKinnon family. He was always so positive and upbeat, with a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
March 10, 2017
Rest in Peace brother Ed. May the good Lord comfort your family at this time.
Tim Fahey, Franklin...."X73
March 10, 2017
May you rest in peace brother ED. May the good Lord comfort your family at this time.
Tim Fahey, Franklin..........X"73
Sue Booth-Forbes
March 10, 2017
To Ed's family: I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of working with Ed in the '90s. He is fine, fine man.
David Powers
March 9, 2017
My prayers are with you during this time of loss. I will remember him in my Mass today. Peace.
March 9, 2017
Dearest Chris, Stephen and Peter: Ed was a very dear brother-in-law and will be missed greatly. I will always remember his smile and funny jokes whenever there was a family gathering. He will be thought of as a great man who had the gift of laughter with which he shared with many others. Life must go on, but it will be a little less happier without Ed. May he rest in peace in with his Mom and Dad and other loved ones gone before him. Till we meet again, Ed, you will never be forgotten.
Forever loved,
Kathy Stefaniak
March 9, 2017
Cathy, Stephen & Pete & MacKinnon family:
Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of Ed aka Mr. Limptette. He was always so positive and caring of all around him. He had a natural knack for making you feel special with his quick wit and genuine respect for everyone. He was a tremendous athlete too.
Memories last forever as will his tremendous spirit. I learned never to dare him to do anything as he was very determined. My bet he couldn't eat a dozen raw eggs was an example. He did it with ease and jovially reminded us of it with his wide smile for the next 7 days of our trip through South Florida.
During his first bout with cancer his fundraiser was supported by over 191 Xaverian class brothers not even including friends and family which is amazing. Certainly there would have been many more had the word got out better.
He found the lighter side of every situation and made us all better by his example. Now he is no longer in pain. I am confident he has already got a couple runs in by now and can even taste his beer again in Heaven. RIP until we meet again!
Nancy & Jay"Lumpette McDonald & family XB'73
Janice Falzone
March 9, 2017
To my cousin Chris and family, my heart breaks for you all. My hope is that he has found peace and that you all find comfort in the memories you all had together.
Love always, Janice
March 9, 2017
Thank you for being my friend and classmate of 1973 X.B.H.S.. I always looked up to you for your kindness, humility, and all that you did for my family with your photography business- taking pictures of our friends at my wedding, and my parents reunion- all of which we still treasure today. When we held a fund raiser for you when you first got sick THE x.b.h.s. family supported your cause with 105 attendees and that was a testament of the wonderful person you are. Lastly, on the sports field, you were my receiver on the school championship flag football team our senior year, a great dedicated runner on the state championship 73' track team, and a our left fielder on the J.F. McDonald Championship softball team- REST IN PEACE- My Prayers are with your family today and your wife and children. Again, thank you for being our friend. Love- Peter and Gail Weiss
brian macwilliams
March 9, 2017
I will always remember his smile and laugh. He had a way of making you feel at ease and the only one in the room. My thoughts are with his wife and family. God Bless.
Jodie Noyes
March 9, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to Chris, Stephen, and Pete. I have many fond memories. Ed was such a kind and gentle man. A wonderful family-man with a wonderful family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paul Palange
March 8, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Chris and all of the MacKinnon family. We loved Ed, and we are so grateful that we were such close friends. We will miss his kind and gentle soul, his generosity and his wonderful sense of humor. Paul and Andria
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