MacKenzie, Martin Seymore – With profound sadness, the family of Martin Seymore MacKenzie announce his peaceful passing in hospital on September 6, 2025, at the age of 69 as a result of complications with his heart.
Marty is survived by his partner, Betty Graham; daughters, Krystie MacKenzie and Sandra Hutton; sister, Kelly (MacKenzie) Crowe; brothers, Foster MacKenzie and Randy MacKenzie.
He was predeceased by his parents, Nina Lee and Foster Eaton MacKenzie; sisters, Deanna Fancy, Anne Langille; brothers, Glendon MacKenzie and Gregory MacKenzie.
Marty was born in Truro but left home at an early age to hitchhike to Ontario where he worked repairing cars. This inspired him to attend vocational school where he obtained his Red Seal in Auto Body Repairs. Following his return to Nova Scotia, the majority of his work years were spent and Nissan and Pye’s, from where he retired due to a failing heart condition; however, he continued to work out of his own garage at home for some years following.
Marty loved his time at Brule Beach with Betty where he spent his summers while sharing memories, and playing cards and pool for entertainment with friends. During his life, he made many friends and acquaintances who thought highly of his company while they enjoyed many laughs together. Everyone enjoyed his big smile – one of those ear-to-ear ones - he often wore.
Marty was a “fixer”, more than willing and able to work on anything mechanical in helping his friends and family to keep vehicles and other machines operating effectively. He also enjoyed his guitar which he had played for many years, following in his dad’s footsteps. One of his weekly highlights was his time spent at The Truro Horsemen’s Club or “The Wing”.
The family wants to extend a heart-felt thank you to staff on the ICU and Palliative Care wings of Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, all of whom treated him with the greatest of respect, care and dignity during his stay there.
As per Marty’s wishes, there will be no funeral or interment. He has been cremated and the disposition of his remains will be determined by the family at a later date.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in 102 Wing Royal Canadian Air Force.
Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or 102 Wing Royal Canadian Air Force Association, 22 Cottage Street, Truro, NS B2N 4P3.
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