Jacquelyn Ballenger McKinnon

Mrs. Jacquelyn Ballenger McKinnon, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at her residence under the care of Spanish Oaks Hospice. She was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a former farmer, caregiver, and worked with children in the community. Mrs. McKinnon is preceded in death by her parents, Jack Wilkes and Martha Veal Ballenger. Survivors include her son, Joel McKinnon of Baxley, daughters, Clair Atkins and husband Ashley, and Maycile McCall, of Baxley, grandchildren, Jameson McCall, and Blythe Atkins of Baxley, brother, Daniel Minchew of Washington, D.C., sister, Sandra Ballenger of Baxley, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the Baxley First Church Life Center. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Baxley First Church at 217 S. Main St., Baxley, GA 31513. The staff of Nobles Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Jacquelyn Ballenger McKinnon.