Henry “Hawk” McKay
1940-2021
It is with sadness that the family of Henry
“Hawk” McKay announces his death at the Dr. Everett
Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton on September 5, 2021, at the age of
80. Born in New Waterford, NS, on October 31, 1940, he was the son of
the late Henry and Minnie (Malason) McKay.
Henry leaves behind his sons, Henry (April) and Shawn McKay;
grandchildren, Jordan, Evan, and Edward McKay; brother, Jimmy McKay
(Marie Degiobbi); son-in-law, Todd Morrison (Sue); sister-in-law, Lee
McDonald (Stephen). In addition to his parents, Henry and Minnie,
Henry was predeceased by his wife, Helen (David) McKay; partner,
Madeline Peevey; sisters, Jean and Harriet .
Henry was a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces and served
with The RCR and Blackwatch during his 35 year career. He was a
skilled marksman and among his many achievements he was awarded the
Queen’s Medal for Champion Shot in 1978 and was an
inductee of the Oromocto Sports Wall of Fame.
A private family celebration will be held at a later time.
For those who wish, donations in Henry’s memory can be made
to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
www.oromoctofh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Henry Hawk McKay 19402021..
Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick