McMACKIN, EMORY - Emory W. McMackin, 76, of Petitcodiac, passed away at the Moncton Hospital on March 27, 2013. Born in Fawcett Hill, he was a son of the late William and Nellie (nee O’Blenis) McMackin. Emory was an avid fan of local hockey, and had an appreciation for antique cars. He liked photography and wood-working, and had a great knowledge of the local history. He will always be fondly remembered for having a joke at the ready. Emory is survived by his loving wife, Joan McMackin (nee Mills); his daughters: Maureen Hawker (Hazen) of Fredericton, Jeannine Taylor (Stephen), and Doreen Crandall (Stephen); his sons: Dale McMackin (Lois), and Brent McMackin (Wanda), all of Petitcodiac; his daughter-in-law, Gail McMackin of Anagance; his sister, Carolyn Mason (Wayne) of Winnipeg; his brothers: Chester McMackin of Hampton, and Gary McMackin (Jocelyn) of Turtle Creek; 17 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren; as well as by many extended family members and friends. Besides his parents, Emory was predeceased by his sons: Larry McMackin and Danny McMackin; his sister, Marjorie Mann; and his brothers: Fleming McMackin and Burton McMackin.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013 from 6 to 8 pm at Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Russell St., Petitcodiac; the funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 11:00 am with Pastor David Woodworth presiding, at the Petitcodiac Baptist Church. Interment will be held in the Maplewood Cemetery at a later date. Donations to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital or the Petitcodiac/Salisbury Minor Hockey Club would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences are available at: www.armstrongsfh.com