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for John Mackey
lovette Mcgill
June 13, 2023
I miss u
lovette Mcgill
June 14, 2021
A real union man I miss our long talks
Mary Hamilton
February 18, 2015
Greetings, my brother Timothy: Sorry to hear about your Dad. From reading the comments and knowing you while studying at Tuskegee it appears he has left a powerful impact and lasting legacy for his family and everyone that came in contact with him. May the precious memories and love that you guys share keep you until you meet him again on the other side. Your sister in Christ and Zeta - Mary Paulette Hamilton
PerryL.R Bruin
June 25, 2014
Sis Phyllis you and your family have my deepest sympathy over the loss of your Father. Remember God is in control as you walk the last miles with your love one. Praise his Holy Name.
Patricia J. Williams
June 24, 2014
To Timothy S. Mackey and Family. My condolences to you and your family on the pasing of your father. May God guide you and comfort you throughout the days to come.
PerryL.R
June 23, 2014
Our deepest sympathy during the loss of your Father . MAY GOD BLESS YOU as you walk the last miles with your love one .
Chris&Willetta Williams
June 20, 2014
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
We Were lucky enough to share with Mr. Mackey his 92nd, Birthday! We will truly miss Mr. Mackey he was a wonderful patient and friend. We surprised hi
June 20, 2014
Bro. Frank & Tonya Morgan
June 20, 2014
To Timmy Mackey and the Mackey family,please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are not only with you now, but as the days, weeks,and years pass,that God gives you the strength to continue on.
Ravanell Lang, HQDA DCS G-1
Ravanell Lang, Jr.
June 18, 2014
Timmy:
Please accept our sincerest and deepest condolences during your time of grief and sorrow at the passing of your father Mr. John Mackey. May God envelop your entire family in His All Encompassing Mercy and Love! Give our very best regards to your mother and sisters.
Respectfully always your friend,
Ravanell A. Lang, Jr. (Little-man) & Family
P.S. Listed below are two of the many accolades of your father:
Presidential Appointment of John H. Mackey as a Member of the National Council on Vocational Education, 9 Sep 85
http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/ws/?pid=39080
Members Profile: The Mackeys of Savannah, ILA's News Report, Spring 2003, page 12 -13
http://www.ilaunion.org/pdf/Spring2003.pdf
Allen Davis
June 18, 2014
You were like a father to me in the International Longshoremen's Association Allen "Blind" Davis Thanks for the memories
ILA Local 1416, Miami, FL
Gwendolyn Pittman and Family
June 18, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Wilbur and Pamela James/ Local 1416
June 18, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Allen Davis
June 18, 2014
You were like a father to me in my journey in the International Longshoremen's Association. May the family find peace in a time of despair. Sincerely in His Service
Allen "Blind" Davis
ILA Local 1416, Miami, FL
SGT. M. LUCAS
June 17, 2014
TO THE MACKEY FAMILY: MAY YOUR HEARTS SOON BE FILLED WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF JOYFUL TIMES TOGETHER AS YOU CELEBRATE A LIFE WELL LIVED. SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.
My friend
Lovette McGill
June 15, 2014
Mr. Mackey you were always a source of wisdom and truth for me you always encouraged me in my leadership role one of a kind that was you I will forever keep thoughts of you in my heart my Longshorman Dad your Longshoreman daughter Queen of the South
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