Herman "Mac" Mckenzie

Mr. Herman “Mac” McKenzie, 87, of Swainsboro, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025, in Augusta. He was born on October 4, 1937, in Swainsboro to George Mckenzie and Mattie McBride. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Janet Elizabeth Peacock; sister: Georgia Mae Kersey; brothers; Clifford McKenzie, Frank McKinzie, Rudolph McKenzie, Henry McKenzie, Hershel McKinzie.

Mr. McKenzie was an avid fisherman, both salt and freshwater. He in fact loved fishing so much, he built five separate ponds on his property, each one named after a family member. He was a very upbeat and social person with a great sense of humor. Mr. McKenzie or “Mac” as everyone called him, had a positive attitude and was an all around great man. He worked at Woolworth Co. and retired from management after 37 years.

Mr. McKenzie is survived by his special companion, Eva Elmore of VA; daughter, Janelle Jones (Roy) of Richmond Hill; grandson, Garrett Jones (Ella Boissonnault); several nieces, nephews, many cousins and friends.

Graveside service will be Friday, February 28, 2025, 12:30 P.M. at Bithynia Cemetery with Reverend John Gladin officiating.

Pallbearers will be Kenny McKinzie, Josh Roberts, Bo McKenzie, Tyler Dawkins, Zack McKinzie, Dillon Mckinzie, Chuck Dawkins.

The family will receive friends Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M at Chapman Funeral Home

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home of Swainsboro is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Herman “Mac” McKenzie, 87, of Swainsboro.