Mackin, Gary John, age 64, of Watertown ,MA and Ft. Lauderdale, FL passed peacefully, surrounded by his family on August 8, 2012. Gary is survived by his adoring wife, Susan Mackin, his son Jack Mackin, his three daughters; Carolyn Watson, Colleen Hunter and Christine Nelson, his step-daughter Leslie Burrell, step-son Jeffrey Jones and eleven grandchildren.
Gary was president of F.D. Sterritt Lumber Co. of Watertown, MA. Prior to that he proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He enjoyed golf and gardening. He will be best remembered for his life’s devotion to family and many, many friends. He brought a smile and laughter to everyone that knew him.
In lieu of a wake, Gary requested that everyone celebrate his life in their own way. Donations may be made in Gary’s name to: The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172, www.toysfortots.org and/or Birthday Wishes, www.birthdaywishes.org.
Arrangements by Bedrosian Funeral Home, Watertown.