Anthony Macklyn

In Loving Memory of Anthony “Tony” Macklyn

March 4, 1937 - November 1, 2026

Tony, age 89, passed away on November 1, 2026.

He was born in Seattle, Washington, and spent his early years moving patients throughout Arizona, beginning a long medical career. He later became an orderly at Shriners Hospital, where he met Mary, his wife of almost 50 years. He studied to be an X-ray technician and was known for his ability to connect with patients at South Davis Hospital. After that, he designed and set up the entire X-Ray department at the new Lakeview Hospital before becoming an integral part of the University of Utah Radiation Safety Department. After 20 years, he retired and then was recruited back and spent another 17 years working part time.

Tony enjoyed looking at cars and, much to Mary's chagrin, bought over 120 during his lifetime. He loved sharing jokes and celebrating his birthday all month long in March. You could count on him to be well prepared with history trivia and a box of Tic Tacs. He will be remembered fondly with memories of Dee’s Diner, rides in the ‘vette, games of pick-up sticks, and ending each phone call with a few jokes. A man of unwavering faith, Tony was a longtime parishioner of St. Olaf’s. He regularly supported many charities.

Tony leaves behind his two sons, Steve and Sean; his ‘favorite’ daughter-in-law, Teri; and his grandchildren Mark, Ryan, Anna, and Sam, and his great-grandchildren Lola and Jack.

A special thanks to Annalee and Shane Walton for all their help during this time.

His funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, November 18th at 11 am at St. Olaf’s Church. Afterward, there will be a short prayer service at Mount Calvary Cemetery, where his ashes will be laid to rest in the Mausoleum.

St. Olaf’s - https://stolafut.org/
Mount Calvary Cemetery - 275 U St, Salt Lake City, UT 84103