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John Raymond MACKENZIE

John MACKENZIE Obituary

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Friday, December 26, 2025. Loved and devoted husband of Beverley. Adored father and father-in-law of Monique and Elliott, and Simone and Marcus, and cherished brother to Marita. A talented Civil Structural Engineer and Director of Elmac Consulting Ltd. John was an active member of his Church, Rotary, the National Railway Museum Group, and the British Model Railway Group. He will be remembered as a passionate motorbike rider.

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Published by The Press on Jan. 16, 2026.

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John O'Donnell

January 19, 2026

John
Thank you for your expertise and practical engineering advice over many years.
In particular your risk based mitigation that positioned the electricity network to perform so well during the earthquakes.
Your input to Canterbury Engineering Lifelines over many years was also highly valued.
Rest in peace my friend.

John O'Donnell
Ex. Southpower/Orion NZ
Ex. Canterbury Engineering Lifelines

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Lisa Hemopo

January 18, 2026

Dearest John, I was saddened to hear of your passing. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so freely. Your expertise, warmth and practical approach to engineering was and is inspirational. You will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences go to the Mackenzie family.

David Chung

January 16, 2026

John I will forever remember our banter and our last recent chat and coffee
I´m still in shock to read of your passing
You were a damn fine common sense structural engineer, non better
Rest in peace buddy
Dave Chung

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