Born in West Chester, he was a son of the late Esther R. (Bell) and Edward J. Mackey, Sr.
He was self-employed as the owner and operator of E.J. Mackey Water Conditioning for 22 years retiring in 2002. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and the solitude of his country home.
Edward is survived by his wife of 60 years, Inge, daughters, Alynn A. Mackey of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. and Jodi M. wife of Karl A. Heebner of Boyertown, brother, Richard A. Mackey of Boyertown, a granddaughter, Kirsten L. Willumsen of Conway, SC. and extended family and friends.
Arrangements by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc. 111 North Reading Ave. Boyertown, PA. 19512.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Edward’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Pl. Memphis, TN. 38105.
Online condolences may be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com