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Joe Franklin Mackey

July 29, 1931 - November 12, 2023
Visitation
Fellowship Greenville
3161 S Highway 14
Greenville, SC 29615
864.234.7033 |
Monday 11/20, 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Service
Fellowship Greenville
3161 S Highway 14
Greenville, SC 29615
864.234.7033 |
Monday 11/20, 3:00 pm

Joe Franklin Mackey, 92, passed away Sunday, November 12th, 2023, in the arms of his son in Greenville, South Carolina.

Visitation for Joe will be held at Fellowship Greenville Church on Monday Nov. 20th from 2:15-2:45 with a Celebration of Life to follow at 3:00PM.

Joe Franklin Mackey was born on July 29, 1931 in Breckenridge, Missouri, the son of James and Helen (Ralston) Mackey.  He graduated from Mooresville High School and graduated from MU in Columbia, Missouri with a degree in Electrical Engineering.  Joe married Mary Lou Stagner on April 1st, 1951 in Chillicothe, Missouri.  Joe served his country as a member of the US Navy and was stationed at Oakland Naval Base.  He will be interred at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego next to his wife at a later date.  Joe worked as the Technical Director of Defense Operations for General Dynamics for many years.  After his retirement he moved to West Plains, Missouri and owned and operated KKDY radio station.  Joe then moved back to California and served as a hospital Chaplain.  Lastly, he moved to South Carolina to be near family and enjoyed serving at the hospital as a Chaplain. Joe loved the Lord and his family. He enjoyed using the latest technology and devices and was very adept at it. His cat, Moses, brought him many hours of enjoyment and loved being at his side.  Joe also enjoyed eating out especially at Chick Fil A and Cracker Barrel.  He was a member at Fellowship Greenville.  Joe will be dearly missed by all.

Joe is preceded in death by his wife Mary, parents, James and Helen Mackey, brother Benjamin Mackey, and grandson Matthew Truman.  He is survived by his children, David (Mary) Mackey, Cathy (Douglas) McMorrow, and James (Susan) Mackey, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fellowship Greenville Missions Fund https://www.fellowshipgreenville.org/givenow.

Family and friends who are unable to attend the service can view the livestream by clicking on the following link https://youtube.com/live/WJY0H-8E5Po?feature=share .

Friends are encouraged to share their favorite memories of Joe with the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” below.

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Visitation
Fellowship Greenville
3161 S Highway 14
Greenville, SC 29615
864.234.7033 | Map
Monday 11/20, 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Service
Fellowship Greenville
3161 S Highway 14
Greenville, SC 29615
864.234.7033 | Map
Monday 11/20, 3:00 pm

Joe Franklin Mackey, 92, passed away Sunday, November 12th, 2023, in the arms of his son in Greenville, South Carolina. Visitation for Joe will be held at Fellowship Greenville Church on Monday Nov. 20th from 2:15-2:45 with a Celebration of Life to follow at 3:00PM. Joe Franklin Mackey was born on July 29, 1931 in Breckenridge, Missouri,Continue Reading

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Guy & Vickie Hemphill left a message on November 22, 2023:
Your father/grandfather Joe is an amazing example of a follower of Christ. His testimony points others to Jesus. We are so thankful that we knew him and experienced his love, grace, humor, and intelligence. On one of our visits to him he taught us about iTunes and we have enjoyed it immensely! Jim, Jessica, Jasmine, and Josh - you all gave very loving and touching tributes to your Dad and Granddad. Your tributes helped others to understand Joe's heart for the Lord and others. He was a blessing to all who knew him. We will miss him, but we know we will see him again soon. We will all worship the Lord and enjoy laughter and fellowship together! We love you all and pray for God's comfort for you.
Sharon Mackey left a message on November 21, 2023:
In memory of Joe Franklin Mackey, Sharon Mackey lit a candle
Carl and Sheridan Krauth left a message on November 20, 2023:
With Sympathy and Enduring Love! Prayers, Carl and Sheridan Krauth
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Carl and Sheridan Krautb left a message on November 20, 2023:
We loved Joe and his love for Christ. His humor and grace. Not to mention the most stylish of all of us. We will sure miss him and are praying for all of the family that we hold dearly in our hearts.
Charlene Roberts Marx left a message on November 18, 2023:
I was a great blessing to my life when Joe came to be our part-time chaplain at Pelham Medical Center. Joe also volunteered at Pelham Medical Center. Anyone who met him or encountered him walked away with peace. His smile will be with me forever. His great sense of humor was fantastic. We sat together always at meetings and in hospital rounds. He truly, truly walked his faith. Heaven as gotten a wonderful angel with Joe. Love, hugs and blessings on his lovely family. Charlene
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Gerry Swanson left a message on November 17, 2023:
Dear Jim and family, I am very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. I worked with Joe at PMC. We worked weekend together, we had lunch together, we handled the passing of patients and their families together. He was one of the most gentle and sweet men I have known. I learned so much from him and he helped me a better person. I was lucky to have him in my life. I gave him a hard time about walking his cat on a leash. We laughed a lot. Gerry
Pat McCallion left a message on November 17, 2023:
I will miss my friend Joe. He taught me an enormous number of things in the time I knew him as Chaplain at PMC, The most important thing was how to treat and respect my fellow man. He will be missed. Our nation needs more men like Joe.
Richard Mackey left a message on November 17, 2023:
My condolences to you all. Love you and love you grandad. Gonna miss you.
Jamie Gregg left a message on November 17, 2023:
Jim and family I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a beacon of light to so many people. I had the honor of working with Joe at Pelham Medical Center. He always had a smile and encouraging word. Wonderful sense of humor and a fun to be around. Everyone here at Pelham loved Joe and were so sorry to hear of his passing. Heaven is a richer place today. Prayers for your comfort in the coming days as you celebrate Joe's life and legacy.
Kim and Julian Thomas left a message on November 16, 2023:
We are so saddened to hear of Joes passing. We have known him for 10+ years and it was always special to visit with him and hearing his current events. Blessings to his wonderful family he was so proud of. May God wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you during this difficult time. He was such a wonderful man and we will miss him.
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