Edna McKinley Obituary
Edna Mae McKinley, age 81, of New Albany, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital. Born July 30, 1944 in New Albany, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Dorothy Mathis. On September 23, 1982, she married Joseph McKinley who preceded her in death on June 19, 2022.
Edna was a homemaker and a Christian by faith, sharing the gospel and serving as a prayer warrior to many.
She is survived by 5 children: Scott Spencer, Jennifer Endris, Brian McKinley, Stephanie Phillips (Tim), and Shelley Hays (Ron); 2 brothers; 3 sisters; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph McKinley; parents, Clarence and Dorothy Mathis; 2 sons; 1 sister; and 1 granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home - Borden Chapel with Bro. Richie Folden officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial to follow in Walnut Hill Cemetery.
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