Barry Eugene MacKenzie
1956-2019
Barry Eugene MacKenzie - 63, of Baxter’s Harbour, Kings County, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2019 at home. Born in Wolfville, he was a son of the late Alvin and Stella (Pudsey) MacKenzie. Barry loved his career as a plumber and pipe fitter until he was forced to retire due to a health issue. He enjoyed golfing with family, boating and fishing in the bay and walking the beach in search of hidden treasures. Barry could often be found tinkering in the garage, constantly building or fixing one thing or another. He was our gentle giant who took great delight in the amazing sunsets and family bonfires at home in Baxter’s Harbour. He is survived by his wife, Anne (West); daughter, Christine MacKenzie, Wolfville; son, Alex (Alanna) MacKenzie, Bedford; three grandchildren, London, Liv and Lawson; sisters, Janet (Murray) Neil and Pat (George) Rafuse; brothers, Laurie (Sabina), David (Sylvia) and Neil (Lorenda Davison); brother-in-law, Wayne Keefe; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Shona Keefe and a brother, Earl. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2019 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Gary Manthorne officiating. Burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Donations in memory may be made to the ALS Society or VON Annapolis Valley. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.