Sun archives: John Mackey

Tight end John Mackey was one of eight Baltimore Colts Hall of Famers inducted into the Ravens Ring of Honor in 2002. Mackey's career spanned 10 NFL seasons, including nine in Baltimore.

Art Donovan recognizes a former Colt during a reception for John Mackey.

Sylvia Mackey greets former NFL player Lydell Mitchell during a reception for John Mackey, who died July 6, 2011.

John and Sylvia Mackey in 1971,

Sylvia Mackey leaves the memorial service for her husband, John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July. In background is her son, John Kevin Mackey. The service is held at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.

A bouquet of flowers bearing a care with words from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell are displayed during a reception for John Mackey.

Ordell Braase, former Baltimore Colt, is seen after a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

Former Colts player Adrian Mehrling chats during a reception for John Mackey, who died July 6, 2011.

The Colts' John Unitas and John Mackey (No. 88) miss connection on this fourth-quarter pass against the Jets.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell leaves the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen following a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

The NFL Hall of Fame jacket and trademark western hat of former Colts tight end John Mackey are displayed during a reception for him. Mackey died July 6, 2011.

Sylvia Mackey leaves the memorial service for her husband, John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

Chad Unitas, son of Colts quarterback John Unitas, chats with Sylvia Mackey during a reception for her late husband, John Mackey.

John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt tight end and Hall of Fame member shows off his Hall of Fame (from left) 1970 Super Bowl and Colts rings.

Former Baltimore Colt player Rev. Joe Ehrmann (center) after a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

Baltimore Colt tight end John Mackey in 1992 at Memorial Stadium.

The NFL Hall of Fame jacket and trademark hat of former Colts tight end John Mackey is displayed during a reception for the Baltimore legend, who died July 6, 2011.

John Mackey played tight end for the Baltimore Colts from 1963-1971 and was a member of the championship team from Super Bowl V. During his time in Baltimore, Mackey revolutionized the tight end position and became one of Johnny Unitas' favorite passing targets. Mackey finished his career with 331 receptions for 5,236 yards and 38 touchdowns. He was a three-time NFL All-Pro selection and made five Pro-Bowls. Mackey was voted into the the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992, becoming the second pure tight end to enter the hall.

Lenny Moore, John Mackey and Art Donavan were inducted into the Ravens' Ring of Honor on Oct. 20, 2002.

John Mackey shows off his Super Bowl rings at his Cross Keys apartment with his wife, Sylvia.

John Mackey, Stan White and Lenny Moore attend a news conference announcing the dedication of Towson University's renovated stadium to former Colts quarterback John Unitas.

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti shakes hands with DeMaurice Smith, NFLPA executive director, following a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

Former Colts legends Lydell Mitchell, left, and Lenny Moore stand together during a reception for John Mackey.

Chad Unitas, son of former Colts quarterback John Unitas, sits near Art Donovan during a reception for John Mackey.

Left to right, former Baltimore Colts trainer, Bill Neill and players Art Donovan and Ordell Braase leave a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

Sylvia Mackey gets a hug during a reception remembering John Mackey, the Baltimore Colts legend who died July 6, 2011.

Baltimore Colt tight end John Mackey in 1972.

A portrait of Baltimore Colts legend John Mackey greets visitors during a reception for friends and family of the Hall of Famer, who died July 6, 2011.

Former Colts players, left to right, Carolina Panthers owner/founder Jerry Richardson and Lenny Moore, laugh and clasp hands as they leave the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen following a memorial service for John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July.

A portrait of John Mackey and his wife Sylvia is displayed during a reception for the Baltimore Colts legend's friends and family. Mackey died July 6, 2011.

Former Colts player John Mackey arrives at the church before the service for John Unitas.

Sylvia Mackey gives interviews to local TV stations during a reception remembering her late husband, Colts legend John Mackey.

Colts legends Lydell Mitchell, left, and Lenny Moore stand together during a reception for John Mackey.

A 1st quarter pass intended for John Mackey (No. 88) is broken up by a New England Patriot defender.

Miami coach Don Shula congratulates John Mackey on his Hall of Fame ring that he received at halftime of the Dolphins-Saints exhibition game at Memorial Stadium.

Rev. Elijah Mackey talks with former Baltimore Colt player Bill Curry after a memorial service for Mackey's brother, John Mackey, former Baltimore Colt and Hall of Famer, who died in July. Elijah Mackey delivered The Message.The service is held at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.