Melda Mackay passed away on August 24, 2023 at her home with her husband by her side. Melda was born on January 2, 1941 to Albert and Rachel Stickney. Melda graduated from Payson High School then moved to Salt Lake City. She eventually started working at Hercules and met her future husband, Jim Mackay. They were married and have spent over 60 wonderful years together. Melda and Jim have two loving boys, Terry and Rod. She adored her grandchildren Madison and James.
Melda worked for Northwest Pipeline (Williams Company) for 22 years. She has had a happy retirement pursuing her hobbies: painting, traveling, spending time with her family and watching Utah Jazz games.
She will be greatly missed by everyone.
Survived by husband James, sons: Terry Mackay (Bobbi), Rod Mackay (Leanna), Grandchildren: Madison Mackay and James Mackay, Sisters: Ilona Warner (Edward), Kayleen Day. Preceded in death by parents, sisters: Beth Saldivar, Verla Stickney Cole, and brother Jay Stickney, brother-in-law Roy Mackay and sister-in-law Judy Coomes.
A visitation will take place on Friday, September 1, 2023 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm, with a short funeral service to follow at 1:30pm. Interment to follow. All services are at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South), Sandy, UT.
Special thanks to Dignity Home Health – Hospice for their kindness and care.
I will miss seeing Melda each month. She was one of the favorite pieces of my day! Every six weeks I had the pleasure of spending a couple hours talking, learning and laughing with her. She loved her family so much. She is definitely some one i’ll try to emulate. I know she will be missed by you all, but I look forward to a reunion with her one day! Sending you all my love and prayers for your comfort and peace. Love, Jen Reeves
Cousin Jim, we are so sorry for the loss of your sweet and beautiful wife Melda.
