Michael R. Mackensen ’65

Michael R. Mackensen ’65, of McLean, Va.; Sept. 20. He had a 29-year career with Mobil. His position in the treasurer’s department took him to Asia, Europe, Australia, West Africa, and the Middle East. He was based in New York until 1990, when Mobil’s headquarters moved to Virginia and he directed the corporate foreign exchange operations. He retired in 1996 and purchased a Huntington Learning Center franchise. He established a new operation in Manassas, Va., where he provided SAT preparation and education training for students who needed help in reading, writing, and math. He sold the franchise in mid-2000. He was an active member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church, where he served as treasurer, deputy treasurer, and member of the finance and stewardship committees. He was instrumental in the development and ongoing operation of Chesterbrook Residences in Falls Church, Va. Upon news of his passing, the board created a Michael Mackensen Memorial Fund in his honor. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn; a sister; a brother; and four nieces and nephews.