Neil J. MacKenzie
Lochalsh Cemetery

Cemetery:
Lochalsh Cemetery
In Memory of
Neil J. MacKenzie
July 1st, 1945 - August 4th, 2020

Place of Death

Wingham & District Hospital

Obituary

Neil MacKenzie, beloved husband of Judy MacKenzie, of Ashfield Township passed away on Tuesday August 4, 2020 at the age of 75. He was born in Kincardine on July 1, 1945 to the late Rhoda (Cook) and Henry MacKenzie. Greatly missed by his children Brian (Annette) MacKenzie, Neil John MacKenzie and Erin (Chad) MacArthur and grandchildren Branson, Lane, Coye, Drayton, Brooke, Dallas, Jayce, Jenna and Coby. Also survived by his siblings Marion Barrett of Scarborough, Jim (Ruth) MacKenzie of Point Clark, Lynda MacKenzie of Kincardine, and Barbara Hayden of Goderich and sisters-in-law Janet (Wayne) Nixon of Ripley and Joyce (David) Thompson of Guelph. Predeceased by brothers Ross, Ray and Allan MacKenzie. It was well known how much Neil loved his farm, his family, his friends and community. He always found the good in people. Cremation has taken place and a graveside celebration of Neil’s life will be held at the Lochalsh Cemetery on Friday August 7, 2020 at 11 am. Covid-19 restrictions apply so please RSVP directly with the funeral home if you wish to attend. mackenzieandmccreath@gmail.com UPDATE - we have now reached maximum government capacity for gatherings and are unable to allow for any more attendance. The family would like to thank you for your kindness and support.

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Message from Christie Messenger-MacGregor2020-08-13 10:28:28

Dear Judy and Family,

Our condolences to you and your family.  Neil always had a smile and hello for everyone he met.  My dad enjoyed his company during harvest season and thought the world of Neil.

Sending you strength, Christie & Scott

 

Message from Janet (Farrish) Versolatto2020-08-10 21:46:33

To Judy and Family:  My sincere sympathy on Neil's passing.

Message from Annette drennan2020-08-09 11:22:28

we send our thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.  Cherish your memories. 

Annette and red drennan

Message from Diane Paar2020-08-08 13:11:07

Hi cousin... I am so sorry to hear of Neil's passing . I will certainly put him in my prayers. I hope you and your family find comfort  in the memories and special times you all had together. Hugs and Kisses

Diane

Message from Ken & Mary Phillips2020-08-07 12:01:35

Our sincere condolences to Judy and all the family at this time.  

Message from Josh McTeer2020-08-07 10:13:49

Sorry to hear this very sad news. Sending lots of love and my condolences.

Message from Barb Struthers2020-08-07 07:32:34

Judy, Brian, Neil, Erin and families: I am so sorry to hear about Neil's passing. My thoughts and hugs are with you!   Barb Struthers

Message from Gary and Jan Kaye 2020-08-06 21:32:29

Dear Judy and family,

Gary and I send our condolences to all your family. I remember Neil as one of the "big boys" at Hemlock City School. His visits outside Ashfield Church when we got home were always warm and thoughtful. He placed his community in high regard. 
He was a good person.

Gary and Jan (Simpson)

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2020-08-06 18:56:32

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this difficult time.

 

Message from Gary and Jan Kaye 2020-08-06 18:20:53

Dear Judy and family,

Gary and I send our condolences to all your family. I remember Neil as one of the "big boys" at Hemlock City School. His visits outside Ashfield Church when we got home were always warm and thoughtful. He placed his community in high regard. 
He was a good person.

Gary and Jan (Simpson)

Message from Bill & Barb MacKenzie 2020-08-06 15:14:34

We are so sorry for your loss.  Neil will be missed by all who knew him.  Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the service due to COVID numbers.  Thinking of you all  

Message from Mark and Mary Ellen Finlayson2020-08-06 13:45:32

Brian, Annette and family,

Sorry to hear of your dad and grandpa's passing.  Thinking of you all.

 

Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack and Sam 

Message from Delores vanOsch2020-08-06 13:27:29

Judy and family

    My sincere sympathy to you and family

         May he rest in Peace

                          Sincerely

                                Delores vanOsch

Message from Peter & Lisa Van Dyke2020-08-06 10:51:30

To Judy & Family.                                                                                           

So very sorry for your loss! We will all miss Neil! Couldn't ask for a better neighbour! 

From All the Van Dyke's

Message from Gary and Jan Kaye 2020-08-06 10:37:28

Dear Judy,

Gary and I were saddened to hear of Neil's death. From the days at Hemlock City School to his work at Ashfield Church, I remember him as a good person. He certainly put effort into the care and life of the community. God's peace be with you.

Jan (Simpson) Kaye

Message from Danielle Selby2020-08-06 08:48:14

Thinking of you all during this sad time my deepest condolences to the family.

Message from Blake and Patty Devitt2020-08-05 22:09:16

Sorry to hear of Neils passing, I always looked forward to our field chats waiting for the combine to fill the wagons. He was like a walking history book, I enjoyed hearing his knowledge of the farms and people in the area. Please accept our condolences from the Devitt family.

Message from Shelley Worsell2020-08-05 21:05:45

Judy, Brian, Neil John, Erin and families,

My sincere condolences to all of you on the loss of Neil. 

Shelley 

 

Message from john joyce thompson2020-08-05 20:59:55

our deepest sympathy to all of Mckenzie family Neilwas awell respected gentleman and will be missed enjoyed our hour gab sessions to catch up on things happening in our community     JOHN AND JOYCE THOMPSON

Message from telsche wehrmann2020-08-05 16:45:46

Judy and family,

please accept our deepest condolences to all of you. 

Louis and Telsche and families and Elke.

 

Message from Beau Riegling2020-08-05 15:57:10

Judy and family. Our condolences on Neil's passing. Alway enjoyed visiting with him. 

Message from Bill and Suzanne Andrew2020-08-05 15:46:17

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Neil. Our sincere condolences are sent on to Judy and family. He is a big loss to you as well as the surrounding community, and he will be sadly missed.

Message from Ron and Mary Jane Rock2020-08-05 13:47:15

To all the family

Our sympathy is extended to you all during this difficult time.

 

Ron and Mary Jane Rock

Message from Betty and Barry McDonagh 2020-08-05 13:12:10

So sorry for you all. Our sincere condolences prayers and hugs. We would have come too the graveside, but COVID said there was enough attending. So until we can, all our love too everyone. 

Message from Bob & June Gilchrist2020-08-05 12:56:21

Sending our condolences to all Neil's family in the loss of a really great guy. Cherish the memories and may he rest in peace.

Bob & June

Message from Paul & Darlene McTeer2020-08-05 10:46:10

Aunt Judy, Brian, Neil John, Erin and families,

Our sincere condolences.  We are thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time.

Message from Curtis and Sheila Dawson2020-08-05 10:00:00

Judy and family,

 We were saddened to hear of Neil's passing. Memories take me back to ball games between Lochalsh school and Neil's school, the name of which escapes me right now. Neil was always a nice, friendly boy, and that continued to manhood. Cherish the memories of Neil as you work your way throught the grief of losing him. Thinking of you.

Curt and Sheila Dawson

Message from George & Donna Adams2020-08-05 09:04:44

Our deepest sympathy to all of Neil's family in this loss.  A life well-lived is a lasting inspiration, and may you hold dear in your hearts all your treasured memories.  Sincerely, George & Donna Adams

Message from Judi snd Dave MacKenzie2020-08-05 08:17:39

Dear Judy and family:

We are sad to hear of Neil's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  Cherish all of your wonderful memories with Neil. He will always be with you. We will miss his welcoming smile at the MacKenzie reunions. We will not be able to attend on Friday, but will be thinking of you. Take care. Big Hugs to all of you. Love Judi and Dave. 

Message from Ian and Elaine Courtney 2020-08-05 07:41:28

We wish to send our sincere condolences to the MacKenzie family. Neil was very kind and we always enjoyed his chats! He will be missed! Sending hugs!