Mack was born on February 18, 1954 in Raleigh to the late, Joseph Alexander Tilley and his mother, Sue E. Tilley, who survives him. He grew up in Raleigh and graduated from Broughton High School. During his working life, he worked for Coca Cola Bottling Co., and Ford Produce in Raleigh.
He was an avid UNC Tar Heel Fan throughout his life. During his stay at PruittHealth he was a constant supportive presence to other patients and families.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, William Tilley and a sister, Louise T. Grainger.
He is survived by his mother, Sue Tilley; his two sisters, Barbara T. Hobson (Tim Allen) of Raleigh, and Cynthia T. Johnson (Danny Johnson) of Raleigh; two nieces, Ann and Chris; and one nephew, Billy.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 6th at 1:00 pm at Historic Oakwood Cemetery.
Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 St. Mary's Street Raleigh, NC.