Mark Troy McKinnon, 85, of Moultrie, died on Friday, December 26, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in his honor on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Father Paul O’Connell celebrating.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm.
Born on April 25, 1940, in Nichols, Georgia, he was the son of the late Edward Grady McKinnon, Sr. and Estelle McDonald McKinnon. Mr. McKinnon was a self-employed sawmiller who proudly owned and operated his own sawmill for many years. He was known for his strong work ethic, dedication, and pride in his work. He was devoted to serving his loyal customers long after most people his age had retired.
He served honorably in the United States Army, answering his country’s call with courage and commitment.
Mark lived his faith through kindness, humility, and care for others. Above all, he was a loving husband, father and grandfather who dearly loved his wife, son and grandson.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Judy Lynn Bynum McKinnon; infant daughters, Mary Allison McKinnon and Sherry Lynn McKinnon; and siblings, Edward Grady McKinnon, Jr., Henry McKinnon, Veronica McKinnon Hope, and Geneva McKinnon; and brother-in-law, Paul Hope.
Mr. McKinnon is survived by his son, Joseph McKinnon and wife Melanie of Boston, Georgia; grandson, Elijah McKinnon of Snellville; brothers, Tommy McKinnon and wife Susan of Albany, and Jimmy McKinnon and wife Dorine of St. Petersburg, Florida; sister, Mareice McKinnon Cook of Albany; and sisters-in-law, Shelby McKinnon of Douglas and Shirley McKinnon of Pearson; other extended family especially to include his great niece, Meagan McKinnon; and special family friend, Keith Cole.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Colquitt Regional Hospice, 415 Rowland Dr. Moultrie, Georgia, 31768, in whose debt the family is eternally grateful.
Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home & Crematory.
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