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Catherine McKinney Obituary

Catherine McKinney

32, Indianapolis, IN, passed away October 25, 2012. Born February 22, 1980 in Kansas City, MO. Taken prematurely, at a time where she was most at peace with the wonderful Woman she had become. Survived by daughter, Lillian Zion Turner; her parents Jefty and Sandra McKinney and siblings, Monica Pantoja, Myla Ly, and Benjamin F. McKinney II; niece, Gabriela Espinoza; nephews, Alex Martinez, Sergio Pantoja, Racine Ly, Tyler Ly and Benjamin Ly. La Lumiere attendee, and 98' alum of North Central HS. Worked within Women's Health Alliance as a Surgery Scheduler. It's trite to describe her larger than life personality, her altruistic nature, her positive outlook, her loving spirit, her general "radicalness". None-the-less, all will be terribly missed. With all our heart we carry her memory with us. "Marching to Zion . See ya later gator!" Visitation will be on Monday, October 29, 2012 from 3:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel . A Mass of Catholic Burial will follow at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a trust has been established and checks may be made payable to: Lillian Turner, c/o Merrill Lynch, FAO Lillian Turner, 111 Monument Circle, Ste. 4200, Indianapolis, IN 46204. If you would like to sign the online guestbook or send condolences to the family you may do so by visiting:

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Published by The Indianapolis Star on Oct. 28, 2012.
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Remember

Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.

By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation

Tonia Turner

October 31, 2012

Bless the McKinney Family, Lillian, and Calvin during this time. Please keep them safe and at peace during their time of sorrow.

Taylor Hedrick

October 31, 2012

I have been blessed to live next door to and befriend Catherine. What a shock to hear of her passing. I will miss her dearly. So happy to know her family and that they will keep her memory alive for her daughter, Lillie, who will always know what a special mother she had.

Tracy Bunting

October 30, 2012

Catherine I never got the opportunity to meet you face to face but I enjoyed talikng to you over the phone. You had such a wonderful, sweet personaility always pleasant and willing to help me whenever I asked, no problem. I am deeply saddened by your sudden departure. My heart and my prayers go out to the love ones you left behind. May GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU. Rosalind

October 30, 2012

Catherine was one of the strongest and most genuine people I know. We has so many deep and meaningful conversations. Her outlook and attitude on life was empowering. She had such a huge heart. She was a WONDERFUL mother and her love and strength for Lillie was so powerful and inspiring. My prayers are with her family and most of all with Lillie. I know she is at peace and in a better place but this world isn't the same without her. I love you Cat and you will be missed dearly.

Jessica Reynolds

October 29, 2012

Catherine you were such an honest and genuine person with a HUGE heart... We had so many deep and meaningful conversations you were such an easy person to talk to. You are such an amazing mother. Your love and strength for Lillie will never be forgotten. I know you are at peace and in a better place but I can't imagine this world without you. My prayers are with your family I cannot fathom their pain and most of all I will pray for Lillie. I love you and will miss you deeply.

Jessica Reynolds

October 29, 2012

Heartfelt prayers and love go out to Catherine's family, Lillie, and her many, many of friends as you lay her to rest today. She had a beautiful spirit, and it will live on forever.

Maria Flake

October 29, 2012

I will cherish every memory I have with you as a child, and I am blessed to have those memories with you and your family. Let your light shine darling...you have always been and will always be loved. Always.

Michelle Holaves-Sherry

October 29, 2012

Julie Fullen

October 29, 2012

You will be missed "Cat"

Julie Fullen

October 29, 2012

Dear Mr. & Mrs. McKinney and Family.

We are truly saddened to hear about Catherine. We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family on her recent passing.
We will pray to God to give you and your family the strength, support and courage so that you can bear this irreparable loss.


Lela Crozier
David & Kui Crozier

October 29, 2012

Dear Sandy, Jefty, Monica, Myla and Ben (and the extended family):
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jill Freeman

October 29, 2012

I was so very shocked when it was annoiunced at church of your passing. Such a sweet loving spirit and a smile that could light up any dark place. You will be missed. Your Christian Family at Eagle Creek Church of Christ

Leona Sykes

October 29, 2012

Isaiah 57:1-2
Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die. (NLT)

To the McKinney Family, Lillian and Calvin, in your time of sorrow, I offer my condolences. Catherine was a beautiful woman who is now at peace.

Nichele Turner

October 29, 2012

I will miss your smiling face at work every day. will miss meeting you in the lunck room for lunch (Women Health Alliance)

Carolyn Ducking

October 29, 2012

Ms. Catherine,
You will be deeply missed by many. Your infectious smile and loving spirit are 1 of a kind. I was blessed to be Lillie's nurse in the NICU and go through that journey with you. We then became friends and you hold such a special place in my heart.
To your entire family:
The only words I can say is that I'm truly sorry. This will be a difficult journey for each and every one of you but Cat would want you to go on with your lives and be a constant presence for Lillie. She will be a special guardian angel to all.
We love you dearly Catherine! Soar with the angels my sweet friend!

Melanie Brown

October 29, 2012

I personally did not know Cat in the traditional sense what I do know is the serenity that I experience as I look at her photo. I am confident that the world is a better place as a result of Cat's giving. God Bless the family.

Dwight Simmons

October 29, 2012

Dear Monica, Myla, Ben, Aunt Sandy, Uncle Jefty: I'm so sorry to hear of Catherine's passing. Her smile, kindness and loving heart will be missed. I remember how she and my brother Kris got a long so well. They're together with Jesus now. I'm praying you feel God's loving hand on each of you during this difficult time. Love, Kara

Kara Vargo

October 28, 2012

My family had the pleasure of also being Cathy's neighbor. She meant SO much to us and the neighborhood kids. I know one of our last conversations she talked about her faith and being at Peace within, and thats what Im holding on to. We are going to miss her Beautiful Smile, the Conversations, and Miracle Baby Lillian!! The Murrell's are Praying for Peace that Surpasses all Understanding!!

Keith & Nicole Murrell

October 28, 2012

Shannon Sims

October 28, 2012

We know the lack of words speaks volumes about this tragic loss. Mckinney family, you are all dear to my heart. Miss Catherine is one of a kind! We love you and it is my hope you all find peace and joy in her memory. Sending our Love, The Sims

Shannon Sims

October 28, 2012

Rosa y Pedro Mondragon

October 28, 2012

Nuestras oraciones para ti Catherine y para la pequeña Lilli que Dios te guarde a su lado y desde el lugar mas hermoso en donde te encuentres guíes los pasos de tú hija y les mandes la paz a tus Papis y hermanos.Dios te bendiga y fue un placer haberte conocido y haber estrechado tus brazos para un sincero saludo.siempre recordaremos tu persona y tu sonrisa Descansa en paz Bella Catherine McKinney!

Rosa y Pedro Mondragon

October 28, 2012

My heart broke when I found out about Cat. she was a great neighbor but even better woman and mother. my 3 year old played with Lily all the time. to the family I am sorry for your loss and I know it must be painful. they say time heals all wounds but this 1 will hurt a little longer. my thoughts and prayers are with you .

Willie Brownlow

October 28, 2012

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