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Joseph McKinney Obituary
1939-2015
Joseph Michael (Joe Mike) McKinney passed into Jesus' loving arms Jan. 8, 2015 after a short hard-fought illness.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 28 years, Luanne, and their two children, Conor and Darby Anne; his two daughters, Marissa Easterling (David) of Dallas; Michelle Frymire (Rich) of Memphis, and six grandchildren; also his sister-in-law, Susie McMichael, and two nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, G. S. and Edith McKinney and his brother, Steele McKinney
Joe Mike was born Nov. 24, 1939, in Kilgore, TX. He graduated from Texas Tech and began a long career as an engineer in the oil and gas industry. His career stops included Exxon, Superior Oil and Union Texas Petroleum. He was a mentor and friend to many.
He was an extraordinarily kind man with a dry quick wit. He and Luanne were long-time Astros fans and were 30-year season ticket holders.
A Celebration of Life service will be 12:30 pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Houston's First Baptist Church, 7401 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024 with a reception to follow at the church. Prior to the memorial service the family will have gathered for a private interment.
He loved his Lord and worshipped at Houston's First Baptist. In lieu of any contributions, please consider making a donation to Houston's First Mission 1:8. He will be missed.
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Jackie Carr-Brown
May 17, 2016
I have only just learned of Joe Mike's passing and I am deeply saddened. In the nineties he was our parent company's president and we appreciated our good fortune to have such an upstanding, strong and kind man as our 'boss'. I became very fond of Joe Mike and have always kept a special place for him in my heart. I extend my sympathy to his family and want them to know that he is lovingly remembered here in Trinidad & Tobago.
Anne Hess
February 19, 2016
I grew up with Joe Mike in Shell Oil Camp. I lived with the McKinney family during our senior year because my dad was transferred to Houston. Joe Mike's parents insisted on giving me their bedroom, Joe Mike gave them his bedroom, and he slept on a sofa in the den. Every night he made the sofa into a bed and every morning back to a sofa. A more giving and unselfish classmate and family one will never find. May everyone who loved Joe Mike find a measure of comfort for having known this truly wonderful boy/man.
January 13, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you Luanne and sending my love and prayers to you, Darby and Connor.
Michelle Fredricks
Austin P
January 12, 2015
I have only fond memories of Joe Mike. Conor, Darby, and Luanne, I am sad for y'all's loss.
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Patricia Donnell Wheeler
January 12, 2015
I'm sorry to hear this news. I always respected him and enjoyed being his friend.
January 12, 2015
Although I didn't see Joe Mike after high school, I have strong and positive memories of him as a true friend and teammate. I'm saddened by his passing and extend my sympathies to the family.
Travis Beard, Cottage Grove, MN
Cheryl Baity
January 11, 2015
Luann, Conor and Darby,
We are so deeply saddened by the news of your loss. It was beyond heartbreaking. He was a wonderful man and I will always remember his kindness and his smile. May the memories of the good times you shared give you the courage to go on. With so much love, Cheryl, Ryan and Connor
Ty Kelly
January 11, 2015
Luanne, I am very sad to hear of Joe Mike's passing. He was a great guy the very best sense of that expression. Please pass my sympathies to Conner and Darby.
Debbie Talbert
January 10, 2015
God bless you Joe Mike. I am so sorry for Luanne and family. He was loved by those who knew him.
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