Michael D. Mackoway
February 4, 1954 - May 3, 2015
MACKOWAY, Michael D., age 61 years, of Peoria passed away Sun. May 3, 2015 at Unitypoint Methodist Hospital. Michael was a graduate of Peoria Heights High School. He worked as a truck driver for several years, and more recently for Caterpillar. Michael was a member of the Bartonville American Legion, and he greatly enjoyed drag racing, fishing, and sitting around campfires and watching the stars. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Barb Mackoway and one brother Frank Mackoway. He is survived by his significant other of 24 years, Mary Kelch; son Nick (Leanne) Mackoway; two stepdaughters Dawn Marie Kelch and Stephanie (Mark) Kelch; seven grandchildren Marissa, Jimmy, Destany, Arealle, Natasha, Serena, and Gabby; and two sisters Bonnilyn Mackoway and Carol (Mike) Ditch. Celebration of Life service 3 PM Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Knights of Columbus, 7403 N. Radnor Road. The family will receive friends 1-3 PM Sun. at the Knights of Columbus. If desired, contributions can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Condolences at www.stubbsconner.com.
MACKOWAY, Michael D., age 61 years, of Peoria passed away Sun. May 3, 2015 at Unitypoint Methodist Hospital. Michael was a graduate of Peoria Heights High School. He worked as a truck driver for several years, and more recently for Caterpillar.... View Obituary & Service Information