Birth date: Jul 9, 2014 Death date: Jan 8, 2023
Mackenzie Nicole Orth, 8, passed away January 8, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Mackenzie was born in Lakeland on July 9, 2014, to Joey and Brittany Orth. She attended Sun ‘n Lake Elementary School, and enjoyed drawing, pa Read Obituary
I didn't know Mackenzie but followed her story online, and I think of her wherever I see pink.
Mackenzie's cheerfulness was a reflection of the hard work her loved ones put in to protect the mood around her. I admire the tenacious commitment of her loved ones to maintain that positive atmosphere. Its far from easy to do that, to give that gift, while living through your own grief. You put your pain aside, making the conscious effort to cocoon her in only love and protect her from pain in any way possible. You gave her such a special life.
I know that you will be okay in this next chapter of life because you're surrounded by each other, each selfless being cared for by another.
I didn't know Mackenzie, but I followed her story, and I prayed for her. She was a beautiful little girl, and I offer my condolences to the family. I am so sorry she lost her battle. I only knew Sherry and Joe in school, I did not know the rest of the family, but I am sorry for your loss.
It was a pleasure caring for Mackenzie at Miami Cancer Institute. She was a tough cookie, even on the hardest of days. She always loved talking about her puppy and creating beautiful art. My heartfelt condolences to Brittany and Joey. Laurie Sargent, Child Life Specialist
I have been following your updates of Mackenzie at Lowcountry Community Church in Bluffton, SC. I want to tell you how sorry I am. Mackenzie was a special little girl who touched many. I pray for God's comfort and peace for all of Mackenzie's family and friends, especially her parents. God bless you!
I didn’t know Mackenzie personally, but her story was shared with me. I hope it is some small comfort to the family to know that Mackenzie reached so many & deeply touched our hearts. This weekend our family wore pink in honor of Mackenzie and we shared her story with others. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family in the dark days ahead. May Mackenzie’s legacy be the light that carries you on. 💗🌷
I would just like to express my sincere condolences to Mackenzie’s family and friends. I did not know her but her journey reached me online and I want to let you all know how her tenacity and impact could be felt by strangers! I am hoping that the memories of your little fighter guide you through the grief and you know just how special she was. She had a community of people in her corner, cheering her on and watching with admiration at her strength. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers! Just when the caterpillar thought everything was over, it turned into a butterfly 💜
Mackenzie’s aunt shared with a group of us just how special this little girl was. She’s a reminder to all of us to not take life for granted, that joy can be found in sorrow, and that even though cancer ripped her from the world far too soon, cancer didn’t win. Mackenzie won every day she fought with a smile, Mackenzie won when she never gave up, Mackenzie won with every life she’s touched, Mackenzie won every time she didn’t let her diagnosis define her, Mackenzie won by living in the moment in between all the fighting. She sounds like an amazing little girl and I feel honoured that I got to hear her story.
