Former Downey mayor dies

DOWNEY - Milton R. Mackaig Jr., a former Downey councilman who served as mayor in 1981-82, died Sept. 4, his family announced. He was 85.A native of Los Angeles, he was elected to the Downey City Council in 1978, representing the fourth district. He was elevated to mayor pro tem in 1980 and was sworn-in as Downey's 30th mayor on April 29, 1981. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Mackaig; sister, Susan Martens; brother, Richard Mackaig; along with many nieces and a nephew. He was a lifetime member of Downey Elks Lodge and the Almilaka Shrine in Los Angeles. Burial at sea was conducted by Capt. Johnnie Lee at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach.

********** Published: Sept. 19, 2013 - Volume 12 - Issue 23