Chief Robert McKay, age 59, of Tinley Park passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Robert was born on July 1, 1965 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Marion McKay. He grew up his whole life in Tinley Park and graduated from Oak Forest Christian Academy in 1983. Robert earned his Bachelors Degree in Finance from Liberty University in 1987. He married Tammy Jesk on February 15, 2003 in Chicago, IL. Robert dedicated his life of service to the North Maine Fire Protection District attaining the rank of Chief and celebrated 30 years with the department on January 16, 2025. He enjoyed wood working, building anything he could, old cars, biking and walking with Tammy. Robert also enjoyed sports, and being a proud south side Cubs fan. He especially enjoyed being with his son and his four legged friend, Kodak Jack.
He is preceded in death by, his parents, Robert and Marion McKay; his step-mother, Carol and his step-sister, Cathy.
Robert is survived by, his wife, Tammy; his son, Brooklin; step-daughter, Samantha; his sister, Bonnie (James); Step-Sister, Cheri as well as many other family and friends.
A visitation for Robert will be held Monday, March 3, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 West 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. A visitation will occur Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the funeral home with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 AM. A funeral procession and graveside service will immediately follow the funeral at 12:30 PM at Oak Hill Cemetery, 11900 Kedzie Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Robert’s memory may be made to, the Illinois Firefighters Association.
