MacKAY, ARTHUR N. - The passing of Arthur Nathaniel MacKay of Nashwaak Bridge, NB occurred Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. He was 85. Born March 16, 1927 in South Portage, NB, he was a son of the late Lawrence and Viola (MacLean) MacKay. Arthur was a Tree Surgeon by trade and worked for Bartlett’s Tree Service in New York State, USA for many years. He was a dedicated and active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Nashwaak Bridge Branch No. 80. Arthur is survived by a brother, Douglas MacKay (Corliss) of Nashwaak Bridge; a number of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and cousins. Arthur is also survived by a very special friend Debbie of New York State. Aside from his parents, Arthur was predeceased by brothers Darrell, Merton, Frederick, Stanley, Marven and Olin and sisters Mavis MacKay and Joyce Langille.
The family will receive condolences at Bishop’s Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton on Saturday, September 1, 2012 from 12 Noon until 1:00 PM. The funeral service will be held from Bishop’s Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 PM with Rev. Pat McAloon officiating followed by interment in the Nashwaak Bridge Cemetery. There will be a graveside Legion Tribute Service. The family has suggested memorial contributions be sent to the Royal Canadian Legion, Nashwaak Bridge Branch No. 80, the Nashwaak Bridge Cemetery or to the Kidney Foundation. Online condolences and the sharing of memories may be expressed through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com