MacKenzie; A. Michael, 82, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Friday, February 26, 2021.
Born in Summit, New Jersey, Michael was a son of the late James and Oril (Grube) MacWhinney.
Michael spent most of his working life at sea serving as captain on various vessels. He enjoyed writing and doing woodworking.
Michael is survived by his wife of 42 years, Denise (Arcand); his daughter Allison (Bob) Annett of Australia; his son James (Karen) MacWhinney of England, three grandchildren. His sister Barbara Schneiderwin of Atlanta, GA.
Besides his parents, Michael was predeceased by his brother James MacWhinney.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Bridgewater. No flowers by request, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Joan and Larry Tiffany
Oh Denise, we are heartbroken to hear this. Mike was a wonderful man and will certainly be missed. Wish that we could give you a real hug. Love and prayers coming your way.
Morag and Dale Frelick
Dear Sweet Denise, our hearts are broken for you and your family. We so enjoyed getting to know you and Mike over the past few years. He was a gentleman and a sweet soul. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Rhodenizer
Dear Denise; You are in my thoughts and prayers, at this sad time in your life. Losing a loved one is always an experience that none of us want to go through. Mike was a most gentlemanly, kind, and faithful soul. He is in God’s hands now. We will all miss his presence in our lives.
Carol Robinson
Dear sweet Denise, we just heard of Mike’s passing, and so saddened to hear this. You were just so very kind to us when we served in the temple and lived there for three years. Our visit to your home was one of the highlights we treasure so much. Please know of our love for you, and we send you our most sincere sympathy. Our knowledge of the Plan of Salvation helps to carry us through these difficult times. We pray for your comfort. Thank you for your friendship. Doug and Carol Ann
Herbert and Eleanor Seymour
Denise,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Mike’s family at this difficult time. Our knowledge of the Plan of Salvation buoys us up during the difficult times in life. We pray for comfort and peace at this time. Herbert and Eleanor Seymour
Pauline Wessell
Dear Denise,
I was so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing…..I think of you every time that I drive by your former house in Newcombville & when I go pass the apartment building on Victoria Road …..that seems like a lifetime ago. I lost George 4 months ago (Nov.3rd), My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pauline Wessell
your former Avon Lady
Jean Saulnier-Blades
Dear Denise. I wish to offer my most sincere condolences to you and your family at this time of great loss. I am sorry for your loss my friend, Sending love and prayers, Jean
The Jewers
Denise, Pat and I are so sorry for your loss. We so loved Bro MacKenzie and his sweet spirit Will really miss our conversations
Lee and Debbie Frelick
So sorry for your loss Denise. Mike was a kind and gentle man who will be missed by many friends.
Sonia and Brian Williamson
We will miss this lovely man and his sweet spirit. We are so grateful for the eternal truths that he knew to be true and that we also know to be true. Thank goodness for that great blessing at moments like this. Denise, we love you too and are so grateful for your wonderful example. All our love, Sonia and Brian.
Connie Hirtle (Connie Hicks)
I’m so sad to hear this. I’m sorry for your loss Denise. Brother MacKenzie was my home teacher while I was at Acadia. He and Brother Ross always took such good care of me. I loved our little chats every time we saw each other. He was always so kind and interested in what was going on in my life. I’ll miss seeing his smile.
Jonathan Spinney
Denise, so very sorry to hear about Mike. He was a great man and gentle soul who we loved and admired so much! We had such respect for him. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. Love Jon, Andrea, Seth, Sam, Silas & Sorren Spinney
Ardith Spinney
I just heard of Mike’s passing today. I am so sorry to hear this. I’ll never forget his and your kindness during Peters illness. Mike had the most wonderful manner and big smile! He had such a quiet but powerful way of speaking . His talks at church always were thought provoking.
My heart and love go out to you, dear Denise.
Greg and Sandra Ross
Dear Denise,
We were so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing and wish to express our sincere condolences. We pray that you may feel the love of others and the healing hand of your Father in Heaven and that peace may fill your heart.
Susan Cowie
We just heard about Mike’s passing today . We’re so sorry to hear this. The first thing I thought when I heard this was he’s having a grand reunion with his Lord and Saviour as well as his good friends who have gone before (like dad -Wayne Morgan, Peter Spinney, Albert Schoffield and some others). He’s still very close to you . We’ll keep you in our prayers