Donald N. Mackenzie

Donald N. MacKenzie, 68, Superior, Monday, June 14, 2010 in St. Mary’s Medical Center, Hospice Unit. He was born on June 3, 1942 in Superior to Donald N. and Phyllis F. (Udler) MacKenzie.

He is survived by his wife and longtime companion of over thirty-five years, Alene M. (DeFoe) MacKenzie.

In his earlier years, Don sailed on the Great Lakes, worked at Diamond Tool and currently he had been a self-employed mechanic.
Don was a member of the NRA and he was an avid Packer fan.

In addition to his wife Alene, Don is survived by three daughters, Amy (Brandon) Sipola, South Range, Peggy Rivord, Superior and Laurie (Jon) King, Washington State; one son, Mike (Barb) DeFoe, Superior; one step-son, Scott (Jan) Larson; seven grandchildren; one sister, Donna Mae (Ron) Finstad, Solon Springs, WI; one brother Mickey (Julie) MacKenzie, Superior; nephews Cody and Trevor; niece Jessica; and his dearest friends, Rick Horvatich, Ron Berg, Skip Kolawski and Linda Constance.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved dog, Lilly.

Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM, Thursday, June 17, 2010 and continue from 10:00 AM, until the 11:00 AM funeral service Friday, June 18, 2010 in the Downs-LeSage Funeral Home, 1304 Hammond Avenue, Superior with Pastor Patrick Ziems officiating.

Pallbearers for the service will be Rick Horvatich, Ron Berg, Skip Kolawski, Craig Rudd, Brandon Sipola and Jon King.

The Downs-LeSage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.