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Malcolm MacGregor Obituary

Malcolm B. MacGregor Charleston - Malcolm Bert MacGregor, 89, husband of Margaret Gorman MacGregor passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Malcolm was born in New York City on August 14, 1928, a son of the late Malcolm A. and Mildred Welling MacGregor. Malcolm grew up in New York City. He joined the Navy in 1946, was stationed in Charleston, SC where he met and married his wife on August 9, 1947. He later worked for the U.S. Coast Guard Base in Charleston, and rose to the position of General Forman. He retired after 40 years in January of 1988 and at his retirement ceremony, he was honored by having the new Industrial Building named the Malcolm B. MacGregor Industrial Facility. He enjoyed baseball, golf, and especially loved music - playing the guitar and singing. Malcolm is survived by his wife of 70 years, Margaret; daughters, Susan Lavender (Scott) of Marietta, GA, Kathleen Chobot (Keith), Folly Beach, SC, Colleen MacGregor, Charleston, SC; grandson, Sean Crocker, Smyrna, GA.All services will be private. Donations may be made to St. Vincent De Paul Society, 5 Saint Teresa Dr., Charleston SC 29407, care of Blessed Sacrament Church, in lieu of flowers. Online condolences may be made at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. Arrangements by JAMES A. McALISTER Funerals & Cremation, 1620 Savannah Highway. 843-766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 6 to Sep. 7, 2017.

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John Kolb

September 11, 2017

Mac hired me in 1977,he was a great boss .Sorry to hear of his passing.Sympathy to you and your family.

John Kolb

September 11, 2017

Mac. Hired me in 77. He was in charge of all of the shops.. He had a lot on his plate. He did a great job dealing with so many problems. Thanks for doing a great job. Thanks for all you did for us. R.I.P. John Kolb

Kathleen Chobot

September 10, 2017

I do not to use this space for personal information, but I was trying to respond to the e-mail from Patti O'Brien. If you see this, you can personally e-mail me at [email protected]. I could not write back using the Legacy.com Website.
Kathleen

James Ingham

September 9, 2017

"Mac" MacGregor will be greatly missed by family, his fellow Coast Guardsmen, and his many friends. For 40 years he displayed the finest example of leadership and dedication to duty at Coast Guard Base Charleston. His many achievements at the Base are well known but his tremendous impact reached throughout the coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia. In his early years he traveled by helicopter or small boat to USCG units to make repairs in all kinds of weather. In later years he led teams to complete projects at most of these local units. Throughout his service, he always displayed courage, skill and a determination to do the right thing. He was without question one of the very finest Coast Guardsmen I served with or observed in my Coast Guard career. I loved "Mac" and I will miss him. Captain Jim Ingham, USCG, Ret., former Commander of Group and Base Charleston

Susan Lavender

September 9, 2017

My Dad was a great man and a wonderful father. He adored his family and would do anything for us. We talked every day and he always had a joke to tell me. I will miss him terribly!

Kathleen Chobot

September 8, 2017

I just wanted to thank all who have offered their condolences during this difficult time of losing my father. He was indeed a great person and I will cherish the memories the rest of my days.

Also, Patti O'Brien, you were my childhood friend in 1966 at Stiles Point Elementary School. If you use any social media, i.e. Facebook, I would love to add you as my friend. Or you can e-mail me. Only if you would like.

Kathleen Chobot (MacGregor)

Jimmy Yarborough

September 7, 2017

For my dear friend and shipmate of 54 years. I will surely miss you. Words cannot express my feelin's. I am so sad and I will keep you in memories forever. Margaret, girls and families Please accept my deepest sympathy. Jim Y

Tim and Paige Turner

September 7, 2017

We are so sorry for your family's loss of Mr. MacGregor. We send our love and thoughts to your family.

Darrell Knapp

September 7, 2017

I worked with Mac at the Coast Guard Base. He was a good man and always had a good joke. So sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for you all! Darrell Knapp

Ralph Doolin

September 7, 2017

A great guy, Boss, and Friend. I will miss him.

Patti O'Brien

September 6, 2017

Sorry to hear of this loss. I remember the MacGregors fondly. May you find peace in the Lord's comfort.

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