MacKay, Owen
Owen MacKay, 47, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 2nd, after years of battling debilitating health problems. Born in West Berlin, Germany during the closing decade of the Cold War, Owen lived in Germany, Maryland, Japan, Germany again, Virginia, Ohio, Virginia again, Florida, New Mexico, and finally back to Ohio. His travels gave him a taste for adventure and new culinary experiences, and developed a remarkable talent as an amateur chef. Having demonstrated both interest and skill in technology, Owen would become one of the youngest Master-certified auto repair technicians in the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence’s history. Owen used these skills in auto repair facilities for many years, until health issues forced him to retire. Even in retirement, he would use those skills - on a less-frequent basis - to assist family and friends with auto servicing needs. An avid motorcyclist, Owen rode just about anything with wheels, but his pride and joy was a Ducati Panigale. In retirement, the Duc became the focus of his skills as he ensured that it remained in top riding condition. He could be found, in riding weather, with a group of friends as they explored northern Ohio. His love ...Read More