Reginald LeRoy MacKenzie
1923-2018
After a brief period of failing health, Reginald L.
MacKenzie, loving husband of Jeanne Beaumont (Murray) MacKenzie passed
away Friday, May 5th at home. Born May 27, 1923
in Moncton, N.B. he was the eldest son of the late Mr. LeRoy MacKenzie
and Mrs. Bella (Hunter) MacKenzie.
Shortly after graduating from Moncton High School Reg joined
the Cdn. Armed Forces and served in Saint John, Fredericton and Sus
during the Second World War. Following his discharge he attended Mount
Allison and Dalhousie Universities, graduating with a B. Comm, became
a C.A. and practised in Moncton and Saint John. He moved to Toronto
Ont. To further his experience returning two years later to Saint John
where he managed the Brookville Manufacturing Co. until it was sold.
In his later career years, Reg very much enjoyed teaching accounting
at the University of N.B., Saint John campus, where he remained until
his retirement.
Always an avid fisherman, Reg was a life member of the
Chisolm Lake Fishing Club. He spent many happy hours over many years
on Dicks and Chisolm Lakes with friends and family.
He was an active member of the Church of St. Andrew &
St. David, holding various offices within the church and was an Elder
at the time of his passing. He was also involved in a number of boards
and charities throughout the years, including Family Services and the
Christmas Exchange.
Along with his wife Jeanne, he is survived and will be
greatly missed by one son, Neil (Tanya), one daughter, Carolyn
Whitenect (Roger), both of Saint John, three brothers Laurie (Betts)
of Sault Ste. Marie, Ken (Florence), Charlottetown and Gerry of
Winnipeg, grand and great grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was
predeceased by his sister Norma MacKinnon.
Resting at Brenan’s Funeral Home,
111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (634-7424), with
visitation on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 2:00-4:00 P.M. and 6:00-8:00
P.M.; the funeral service will be held from the Church of St. Andrew
& St. David, 164 Germain Street, on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at
1:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Fernhill Cemetery.
In remembrance of Reg, the family invites those who wish to
donate to a charity of their choice.
The family would like to extend sincerest thanks to the staff
of Chateau Champlain, Jones Home Support Care and Extramural Staff for
the remarkable care they have provided during this difficult
time.
www.brenansfh.com
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Reginald LeRoy MacKenzie 19232018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Saint John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
