Charles Thomas “Tom” McKay, 68, of Salem, went home to be with his wife Sandy on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.
He was born in Roanoke, a son of the late Charles and Lucy Meadow McKay and had been an area resident all of his life. He proudly served in the US Army and was employed as a heavy equipment operator for the Virginia Department of Transportation for 45 years prior to retiring. A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, he enjoyed spending his time with his family, and hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his son, Brian McKay; grandson, Ryan McKay; a brother, Steven McKay and his wife Kathy; his sister, Lynne Duckworth; three sisters-in-law, Terry Wilson, Pam Horen and Jan Herring. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2PM, Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.