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John McKinley Obituary
Mr. McKinley was born on Dec. 13, 1928, in Maxwell, N.M., the son of Joe William and Emily Caroline (Schuman) McKinley.
He married Barbara Moore on Dec. 1, 1951, in Boston.
He was predeceased by his parents, his wife, Barbara McKinley, and a sister, Dorothy Audrain.
Survivors include two sons, Gregory and wife, Cynthia McKinley, of Marietta, Ga., and Burt and wife, Diane McKinley, of Stonington; a brother, Joe McKinley of Alamogordo, N.M.; two sisters, Ruth and husband, Waun Audrain, of Fritch, Texas, and Lois and husband, Bill Brown, of Ingleside, Texas; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at Brown Chapel of The Fountains in Borger, Texas.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, July 22, 2013. at the Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl St., Mystic. Burial with full military honors will follow at 1 p.m. at Elm Grove Cemetery in Mystic.
Donations in Mr. McKinley's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.
To share a message of condolence or remembrance with his family, please visit www.dinotofuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
roseLee Swan Comer
July 21, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss
Sincerely
RoseLee Swan Comer
ed victoria
July 21, 2013
burt an family ,
haven't seen you sense graduation from fitch in 1976 .
I was saddened to read about your dads passing , and wanted to give my deepest condolences .
I never had the opertunity to ever meet your dad but i'am sorry just the same .
my best too everyone and I pray god gives you comfort in this difficult time .
your old friend , ed Victoria .
Garrity Family
July 19, 2013
Burt & Diane,
We are so sorry for your loss of Burt's father. May you know that our thought and prayers are with you both.
Love Tom & Monica
Walter Swan
July 18, 2013
So sorry for Your loss.You are in My thoughts and prayers!
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Elizabeth Marshall
July 18, 2013
Burt & Diane - my deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers are with you and if you need anything, please call
Debbie & Pat Hume
July 18, 2013
Burt & Diane,
Pat & I want you to know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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