Leonard "Mike" Mackey
February 28, 2014
Leonard “Mike” Mackey passed away peacefully at his home Friday, February 28, 2014 surrounded by his loved ones.
Mike was born on July 24, 1944 to Clifford and Eva Mackey. He graduated from Des Moines Abraham Lincoln High School in 1963. He served in the US Marine Corp as a Lance Corporal from 1967 – 1969, where he earned three purple hearts. He was a retiree from the railroad after 36 years of service.
Mike loved camping, cooking, golfing, morning coffee, and the simple things in life. More than anything, Mike loved his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of over 45 years, Linda; his children: Kris, Mike (Missy), Penny (Troy), and Pat; grandchildren: Lindsey, Becky, Robert, Kelsy, Sheena, Blade, Dakota, and Makayla; seven great-grandchildren, with one on the way; as well as many other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Eva; his brothers, Tom, Chuck, and Bobby; great-grandchild, Jamie Lee; and his beloved dog, “Puppy”.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 3, also at the funeral home, with burial at Glendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mike.
The family would like to thank Dr. Quinn and Nurse Cassandra, but most of all for the exceptional care by his granddaughter, Sheena, for taking care of her “Lenny” and making his final days comfortable and happier than anyone could have.
Condolences may be expressed at www.hamilonsfuneralhome.com.
Allan Hunt
03/03/2014
I'm very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I always enjoyed working with him at IAIS. He was one of my favorite conductors, and always had a smile and laugh!
greg hernandez
03/03/2014
sorry for the loss of Mike, I will never forget all the things about Mike and me working on the iowa interstate rr. I will truly miss him and his laugh...rest in peace, Mike.
Sheila Haus
03/02/2014
Mike, Penny, & Pat,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We will pray for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Sheila Haus
Shannon Haus
Linda M Shea "Little Linda"
03/02/2014
Uncle Mike, I love you and will miss you so much! You will be forever in our hearts!
Jill Andreano
03/01/2014
I remember the first day I walked into the Mackey Home 19 years ago...there sat a Man with a huge voice...he said who are you and what do you want...wow was I ever scared...later to find out under all the hard layer was nothing but a loving man who adored his wife and entire family it has been a honor to know Mike and thank you sir for giving me the most best friend Pat that I could ever ask for.....RIP....you will be missed but never ever forgotten...
mary mitchell
02/28/2014
linda and famliy im sorry for ur lossmike will be missed loved living next door to u for 13 years or so my thoughts and prayers are with u luv ya