Eugene Alexander McGuckin, age 84, of Kingston, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born March 11, 1939 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  Eugene was a faithful member of Luminary Church and enjoyed attending as long as his health permitted.  He was a United States Air Force veteran who served his country proudly.  He was a retired horticulturist and also a master of upholstery.  He was also a very successful businessman.  Eugene enjoyed traveling, gardening and was an avid horseman in his younger years.  He was an amazing dad and friend to all who knew him.  Preceded in death by his loving wife, Myrtle Lee McGuckin; grandson, Cody Hanks; great-granddaughter, Amanah Adkins; great-grandson, Blazer Beaumia; parents, Eugene & Alice McGuckin; and four brothers.

 

SURVIVORS

 

 

Children                                  Guy McGuckin of Kingston

                                                Rosie Hill & husband, Donnie Joe of Kingston

                                                Ginger McGill & husband, Bryan of Kingston

 

Grandchildren                         Joseph, Mandy, Erica, Amber, Ashley, Logan, Sarah

 

12 Great-grandchildren

 

Sisters                                      Peggy McGuckin, and Rosemary Maude, both of Florida

                                                Frances Peterson & husband, Mike of Washington

                                                Mary Liberty & husband, Larry of Idaho

                                                Arlene Helms & husband, Wayne of Florida

                                               

 

Sisters-in-law                          Jean Boyle of Jacksonville, FL

                                                Diane Fox of Orlando, FL

 

A host of extended family members and friends

 

The family will receive friends 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Luminary Church with funeral service following at 1:00 pm, with Pastor Wayne Headrick officiating.  Interment will follow the service in the church cemetery.  In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to www.TheFaithInActionFoundation.com in memory of his late great-grandson, Blazer Beaumia. Online register book can be signed at www.frakerfuneralhome.net .  Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston is in charge of all the arrangements.