Gerald T. Mackey, 69, of Wolcott, passed away at 3:55 AM, Sunday June 4, 2017 at IU Health Hospital of Lafayette.

He was born April 21, 1948 in Lafayette to the late Harry and Catherine (Linder) Mackey. He was a graduate of Southwestern High School in Lafayette.

His marriage was to Marsha Dismore on June 15, 1968 in Lafayette. She survives.

Gerald and Marsha resided in Rowlett, TX from 1976-1995 before moving back to Wolcott. He worked at Texas Instruments for 20 years in Dallas, TX then later owned and operated Jerry’s Hardware & Saddle in Wolcott from 1996-2010.

Gerald enjoyed owning horses while he resided in Texas, he also enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Surviving along with his wife are sons, Tim (Stacy) Mackey of Irving, TX, and Pat (Michele) Mackey of Celeste, TX. He is also survived by a brother, Harry Mackey of Chattanooga, TN; grandchildren, Ashley Mackey, Clayton Mackey, Catherine Mackey, and Benjamin Mackey.

Preceding him in death along with his parents is a brother, Michael Mackey.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (EST) Friday, June 9, 2017 at Foster-Clapper Funeral Home of Wolcott. Funeral Service 10 AM (EST) Saturday, June 10, 2017 also at Foster-Clapper Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Meadow Lake Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Gerald’s name to the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.