Joseph Brian Mackey

Fair Haven, Vermont – Joseph Brian Mackey, 50, of Fair Haven, Vermont, passed away in his home on Sunday, March 7, 2021, after coping with years of prolonged illness.

Joe was born to Ellen and Toyvia Mackey, of West Pawlet, Vermont, on July 7, 1970, and attended Granville High School.

He enjoyed time with family and friends, especially around the local race track where he assisted as a crew chief for Miller Racing. He also served on the Hampton, New York, fire department for many years. He was a very family-oriented man, always wanting to be around them, especially his grandchildren whom he loved very much.

He is survived by his children Corey Mackey of Granville, New York, Victoria Mackey and Lilly Mullen of Rutland, Vermont, Adam Mackey of Salisbury, Vermont, Shelby Seagren, Harlie and Ty Mackey of Fair Haven, Vermont, and his beloved grandchildren Neveah, Brayden, Bennett, Harper, Carter and Hayden. They were the joy of his life! A special thanks to Michelle Chambers for taking such great care of him during his illness and for being a longtime friend of his.

Joe also leaves behind his three brothers Dan Mackey and his wife Deb of Poultney, Vermont, Tim Mackey and his wife Sue of Rupert, Vermont, Scott Mackey and Donna of Granville, as well as many nieces, nephews, his ex-wife Tiffany Bowen as well as good friends. He was predeceased by his parents and maternal grandparents Wayne and Barbara Harrington, formerly of West Pawlet.

Calling hours for family and friends will be held at Robert M. King Funeral Home, 23 Church Street, Granville, New York, on Saturday, March 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. A graveside service will be announced at a later date.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the American Heart Association at https://www.heart.org/

Online condolences may be made at www.robertmkingfuneralhome.com.