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Weston McKinney Obituary

McKinney, Weston Sinclair
Our beloved Wes, 20, passed away on March 22, 2011. Born on August 11, 1990 in Phoenix, AZ, he was the older fraternal twin, by three minutes, to Cortland. Wes spent his early years in Scottsdale, AZ attending Tonalea Elementary and Supai Middle School. In 2004, the McKinneys moved to Gilbert, AZ where Wes graduated from Highland High School in 2008. He went on to attend Mesa Community College where he would have graduated with a Certificate in Welding this spring. Wes loved riding in his Nissan Xterra with the family dog, Max; camping and, most of all, hanging out with his friends and family. Weston was preceded in death by his father, Dennis D. McKinney. He is survived by his mother Sharon; brother Cortland, and his loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will be deeply missed by all. Visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Saturday, March 26th and funeral services will be held at 2:30 PM on Sunday, March 27th at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ. www.greenacresmortuary.net

Published by The Arizona Republic from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2011.
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Never forget the first day of kindergarden at tonalea you were wearing a pair of boots always had on boots your were the little cowboy kid all through elementary school when everyone else made fun of me you made fun with me you were a great friend back then and im sad we never kept in contact but been thinking a lot about back then and cant help remember that first day of school! your missed RIP--ROBIN BUBLICH

ROBIN BUBLICH

January 2, 2012

Rest in peace Wes.

Jenn Campbell

April 2, 2011

rest in peace Wes. Thank you for being such a good friend to MJ and Dylan. You will be missed.

Jenn Campbell

April 2, 2011

I have this feeling theres one more star up in the sky tonight. And even though its far away, its brightness and warmth still reach us here to make the night a little less dark.

Heather Bahm

March 30, 2011

Heather Olsen

March 30, 2011

Sharon and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debra Huguez

March 28, 2011

You've been a great friend to me for the short time I've known you, Wes. Seeing death as the end of life is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean. George Patton once said, "It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."

You'll always be in my heart, and I will always be thankful I had the chance to know you.

Sean Barrett

March 27, 2011

Dearest McKinney family we send you our love and prayers. Wes will live on in our Memories and hearts.

Marie Olsen/Bahm

March 27, 2011

I had only met Wes once, but I feel like I knew him so well - from all the stories his mom Sharon would share with me at work. Sharon always said Wes was her "mini me". I know Wes will be smiling down at his family as they remember and cherish each and every minute they had together. Please know that my family is thinking of yours at this time. Love, Kristina, Shannon and Luci Nunn

Kristina Nunn

March 26, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to your family and friends. Friends come and go. But,your friendship will last forever! Wes could tell a story!! I'm smiling just hearing his voice in my head, sharing his crazy ideas,Thank you for being such a great friend.

Love always, "The one and only Michelle"

Michelle Heilig

March 26, 2011

Our deepest condolences for your loss. We consider Wes part of our family and loved him more than words can express. His gentle spirit and beautiful smile will be missed everyday. Thank you for letting us have the privilage of knowing and loving him. Our prayers are with your family.

Kelly and Candy Malburg

March 25, 2011

My deepest condolences for your loss. Wes was a wonderful, caring, gentle indiviual who touched the lives of many people. I was blessed to have stayed in touch with Wes throughout the years. My son, who is 11 now, had a connection with Wes. His name is Conner Reed George Kaberline Thurman but only wanted to be called Wes because of the impact your son had on him over the years. Wes will be deeply missed. My prayers go out to you and your family. Dana Henderson (HHS)

Dana Henderson

March 25, 2011

Miss mckinney I am so grateful for everything you and Wes did for me when I was a kid. Yours and your son's generosity, compassion, and general love for all of whom have the pleasure of crossing life paths with you, is unsurpassed by anyone I have every met. He is a rolemodel for anyone striving to be compassionate and loyal. Having a friend like Wes was like being given your own guradian angel, he was the ground and base for most of us, with a head as level as they come. I love Wes with all of my heart, and I owe him my life in more than one way. you will be remembered eternally in out hearts an souls. My family is indebted to you and will love you forever Wes. Forever mike-Lindsay- and Izabella jakubowski

Michael Jakubowski

March 24, 2011

Dearest Sharon, Pat and Family:
My heart is sending love and prayers to you all. I realize no words can compensate for your tragic loss, but my sister Freda and I want you to know you all are in our thoughts. Take care and be gentle to each other.

Always,
Ange Strollo & Freda Hurley

Ange Strollo

March 24, 2011

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