What is your first memory of Wanda? Share a favorite memory you have of Wanda. Tell us about a special moment you shared with Wanda. Describe a time when Wanda made you laugh or smile. What is something you will always remember about Wanda? Talk about a shared experience you had with Wanda. What is something you did together that you enjoyed? Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Wanda. Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Wanda. What is something you learned from Wanda?

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Wanda V. McKinley

Obituary

Guest Book

Wanda McKinley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 6, 2008.

Obituary

Wanda McKinley, 64, went to our Lord on November 5, 2008 after a long illness.

She is survived by husband Charles, daughters Linda and Karen, son-in-law Eric, grandchildren Elizabeth, Kate and Bryce, mother Esther, and two brothers Gary and Dennis, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Wanda was born in 1944 in Pittsburgh, PA and moved to Maryland in 1970 where after several years at home with her kids she served 25 years as HR Manager for Comsat Labs. In 1994 she moved to Fort Myers to retire, where she has been active with her grandkids school activities, professional associations and church. She loved to travel, play golf and cards, go to the beach and eat out with her husband and friends. We loved to be with her and will miss her so very much.

Memorial services will be held Saturday November 8, 2008 at 1:00 PM at New Hope Presbyterian Church in Fort Myers. The family will receive friends Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at Lee Memorial Park Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2439 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33901.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Wanda McKinley's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Recent Activity

November 24, 2008

Stephanie (Moxley) Dorrer posted to the memorial.

November 20, 2008

Lanna (Williams) Jones posted to the memorial.

November 20, 2008

Lindsay Baldwin posted to the memorial.

17 Entries

Stephanie (Moxley) Dorrer

November 24, 2008

Chuck, Linda and Karen,

In her life, Wanda was so much more than a "boss" to me -- she was a terrific friend and always had a loving heart and kind word. My deepest sympathy to you for your loss, but I know she lives on in everyone she knew.

Love,

Lanna (Williams) Jones

November 20, 2008

Dear Chuck, Linda and Karen,
I know you know how much Wanda meant to me. I am so thankful to have been able to visit with her this past April, we had a wonderful time talking (mostly about our COMSAT days). Our office was full of laughter and good times, times that I will always cherish. Wanda's guidance and friendship will be with me forever. I am so blessed to be able to continue my friendship with all of you. For those that were not able to attend Wanda's Memorial Service, I wanted to provide the message that you included on her Memory Card, it really touched my heart and I know it will touch others that knew her.

You left a beautiful memory and a sorrow too great
To be told, but to us, who loved and lost you, your
Memory will never grow old. Always a silent
Heartache, many a silent tear, but always a
Beautiful memory of one we loved so dear. God
Gave us the strength to bear it and courage to face
the blow, but what it meant to lose you, no one will
Ever know. Please God, forgive our many tears, and
The secret wish that she was here. There were
Others, yes, we know, but she was ours, we loved
her so.

Much love,

Lindsay Baldwin

November 20, 2008

I will greatly miss my Aunt Wanda and the sincere kindness she has always shown towards me. She is someone who I have admired my entire life and will continue to do so.

Steve Struharik

November 10, 2008

I am saddened to hear of Wanda's passing. I knew her for many years at Comsat Labs. Besides being a very nice person, she was one of the best at her job and had a well deserved reputation for being a "go to" person in Human Resources who could always be counted on for solid advice and assistance. She was a real help to me and to many others too, and she will be remembered in that way. Please accept my deepest condolences.

How you can show support

Donate in Memory

Make a donation in memory of your loved one.

Add photos

Share their life with photo memories.

Plant trees

Honor them by planting trees in their memory.

Follow this page

Get email updates whenever changes are made.

Send flowers

Consider sending flowers.

Share this page

Invite other friends and family to visit the page.

Angie Eicher

November 8, 2008

Dear Chuck,
I wanted you to know I spoke to my mom, (Boots Hull) because she was a neighbor on Culler Ave., also, about Wanda's passing and she so sorry. She knew how much she meant to you. Mom is in a nursing home at St. Catherine's in Emittsburg ,Md. I go to see her almost everyother day. I am writing this because she cannot and she thought so much of you, she wanted me to tell you. She knows what it is like to lose the love of your life, as well as I do. We both lost, just at different times. We both have gone on , but will never forget, as you will never forget Wanda.

May God grant your family peace and help you get through this painful time.

Angie H. Eicher&Boots Hull

Colleen McGrady

November 7, 2008

I always liked Wanda at COMSAT. She treated me very nice and we will miss her.

Ruth Ann German

November 7, 2008

Dear Chuck, Karen and Linda,
Ray & I were extremely saddened to hear of Wanda’s passing. Wanda was a true friend and her friendship, kindness, compassion, and love was cherished by our entire family.
Wanda and Chuck lived next door to us in Damascus, Maryland and were definitely a large part of our family’s lives. Ray and I shared many many good times with Wanda and Chuck and have fond memories of our times together. We cherish those wonderful memories forever.
Wanda was truly a very special person and was quite dear to me. She introduced me to the temporary pool at COMSAT Labs and not long thereafter I became a permanent employee. Wanda was like the backbone of COMSAT Labs. When you think of COMSAT Labs Wanda immediately comes to mind. You could always count on Wanda for assistance and a helping hand. She was dedicated and committed to assisting COMSAT Lab’s employees in any way that they needed assistance.
I will always remember Wanda for so many things but especially her contagious laugh. She will be missed by so many but she truly leaves behind a legacy that will go on forever.
The McKinley family is in our thoughts and prayers and our heart goes out to each of you. May God bring peace to the family in these difficult times. We are so sorry for your loss. All Our Love Always, Ruth Ann, Ray German and Family

angie @ Russ Eicher

November 6, 2008

We are very sorry for your loss.
My husband worked with her many years at comsat. You all were our
neighbors on Culler Ave. in Frederick
for several years. Angie(Hull)Eicher
And Russ Eicher.

Vasilis Riginos

November 6, 2008

I am very saddened with these news. I worked in Comsat Labs for a very long time. Wanda was always a helpful and warm colleague. Everyone respected here. She will be missed.

Sharon Sanbower

November 6, 2008

I was saddened to hear that Wanda had passed away. She was one of the first people I met at Comsat when I was hired. She was also the same person that laid me off(twice!)
By the second time she had a smile on her face and said "Somehow I think you'll be back" and she was right. She welcomed me back several months later. I just loved her.

Elaine Stott

November 6, 2008

I am so sad to hear the news.
Wanda was a fantastic person and a great friend. I worked with her for many years and she was always there to help. She will be greatly missed.

Patricia Wolfe

November 6, 2008

I also worked at COMSAT Labs and Wandy McKinley was very respected by all. She will be missed by her loving family and friends.

Hsi-ming Lee

November 6, 2008

It's sad to hear the news. I still remember vividly when I joined COMSAT labs, Wanda not only provided a warmly welcome, she also went all the way to help me to straighten some complicated HR/legal/financial issues I encountered. She will always be remembered.

Bob Dahlgren

November 5, 2008

I am saddened by this news. Wanda and I worked together at the Labs for several years. She was a great help and inspiration for me. Her positive attitude and helpfulness made my job as Labs HR Manager (before her tenure in that job) so enjoyable. I remember her very fondly; she will be missed.

Sheila Ryan

November 5, 2008

I worked in the early 80's in HR with Wanda. She had a great sense of humor. She always talked lovingly about her family. I am sorry for your loss.

Raymond Curtis

November 5, 2008

Wanda was always the nicest lady in HR.
She treated everyone special.

Holly Pryatel

November 5, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Wanda. I worked with her at the Labs, and later on we were HR colleagues. I'll remember her smiling face--she was such a nice, happy person to be around. My thoughts are with you all.

Showing 1 - 17 of 17 results