Jerry Robert Mackin Sr.

Jerry Robert Mackin, Sr., 83, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. He was born in Atlanta, GA to Mabel Clair Evans and Joseph William Mackin and eventually relocated to Florida where he was hired by Montgomery Elevator Company. After additional technical training, his advanced skills led to employment with Diebold, Inc. (Vault and Security Systems) until his retirement. In 1985 he relocated to Wakulla County where he worked as a real estate agent still maintaining his membership in the Port Charlotte Elks #2153 for approximately 35 years. With his vast experience of participating in community projects, he was influential in establishing The Rotary Club of Wakulla County remaining an active member until his death. In 2004 Jerry took on the added responsibility of operating the Restore for the Wakulla County Habitat for Humanity. With his skills and inviting personality he turned the store of recyclables and second-hand furniture into a thriving business for the weekend handyman or bargain hunter. The money earned has helped to build Habitat Homes in the community. As a Charter Member of the Wakulla Round Table Knights of Columbus, he participated with other Knights in fundraisers benefiting children and families in the local community. He assisted needy individuals in dire economic straits as chairman of his church’s Resource Committee. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Resource Committee, Coastal Highway, 4609 Coastal Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32326 or Habitat for Humanity of Wakulla, 940 Shadeville Road, Crawfordville, FL 32327 (850-926-4544). A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 4, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 4609 Coastal Highway, Crawfordville, FL where he was a member. Bevis Funeral Home, Harvey-Young Chapel in Crawfordville, FL is in charge of arrangements. (850-926-3333 or bevisfh.com). He is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Mackin, of twenty-five years and his son, Bobby (Karen) Mackin, Jr.; two daughters, Sandra (Donnie) Hughes, Linda Mackie, all of Crawfordville, FL and five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

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Jerry Robert Mackin Sr.

August 2, 1928 - July 26, 2012