Keith Alan Mack
The Western News | UPDATED 1 week, 6 days AGO
Keith Alan Mack, born Nov. 6, 1962 in Big Timber, Montana, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, adventure and deep love for his family.
Keith married Betty on April 4, 1994. Together they built a life rooted in family, the outdoors and the Montana lifestyle he loved so much.
Keith was a lifelong outdoorsman and avid hunter. Elk hunting was his greatest passion, and he spent countless days in the mountains where he felt most at home. One of his proudest outdoor adventures was taking a close friend mountain lion hunting with his hounds after what would become Montana state's largest mountain lion ever killed and recorded by the Boone and Crockett Club. Moments like those reflected Keith’s love for adventure, wildlife and sharing the outdoors with the people he cared about.
Before starting his own company, Mack Excavating, Keith worked as a sawyer for Rocky Mountain Helicopters. His strong work ethic and determination helped him build a respected excavation business and provide for his family.
In his younger years, Keith was also an exceptional athlete. He was an all-star baseball player in the Libby leagues and was even recruited by the Phillies farm minor league team. He turned it down and told them “ if I can’t play professional then I don’t want to play at all!”
Keith was a proud father and grandfather. He is survived by his children: Scott Mack of Eagle River, Alaska; Mar’Kee Blair of Lolo, Montana; Alysha Mack of Libby, Montana; Andrea Mack of Spring Creek, Nevada; and Hunter Mack of Troy, Montana.
He also leaves behind many grandchildren: Kaiden, Jarett, Tar’ysa , Caleb, Jordis, Kenley, Kimber, Ryland, Turner, Lakelee and Graelynn.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Margaret Mack and Virnie Mack, as well as his siblings Larry Mack and Linda Mack.
Keith will be remembered for his strength, independence, sense of adventure and the many stories shared around campfires, hunting trips and family gatherings. His love for the mountains and the outdoors will live on forevermore in the family and friends who shared those experiences with him.