Virginia H MacKinnon

About Ginny

Virginia “Ginny” H. MacKinnon was born April 29, 1932, in Riverton, NJ, to Russell and Marion (McKeon) Hylton.

Sadly, Mom had just recently been diagnosed with advanced cancer, and died October 13, 2023, at her home in Bemidji, MN.

She married Ray MacKinnon in 1959, and together they raised five children. As the wife of a career military officer, Mom traveled and lived around the world. She was the consummate mom. She excelled in her chosen roles of caregiver, chef, consoler of bruised knees and enthusiastic supporter of her children’s endeavors.

A lifelong Christian, she took great joy in the aiding of others. Through donation of her time and talents with Cub Scouts, Hospice, Churches United, Meals On Wheels, Foster Grandparenting in the elementary schools and so many other organizations, Mom made a point of always giving back to the communities in which she lived.

Mom is survived by her daughter, Christine Zukeran, her son Don (Mandy) MacKinnon, brother Peter Harker and grandchildren Melody, Cherie, Steven, Daniel, Brittany, Erika, Jonathon, 4 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

In addition to her parents and stepfather Elroy Harker, she was preceded in death by her husband, daughters Theresa, Beverly and Vicky, sister Mary Tillman and son-in-law Buddy Zukeran.

memorial service

Informal Remembrance

October 21, 2023

Greenwood Cemetery Bemidji, MN 56601, USA

Per Mom’s wishes, there will be an informal graveside remembrance.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Cease Family Funeral Home