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Dr. Ray Nelson McKinley
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Our Ray was a beloved son, brother, friend, athlete, student, professional, husband, father, grandfather, pilot and author. We rejoice in where he is and who he is with! Ray had the wisdom and courage to let go of his fears and pain and let God sanctify and change him into the man beloved by all.
When he took his last breath on earth it was followed by his first breath in Heaven.
Ray lived a purpose driven life with a God inspired self determination to conquer his fears and live by faith. Ray's book, Ride The Elephant, is his personal walk of faith. It is a roadmap, a how to embrace our fears, by not only facing them, but using them to strengthen our resolve to walk of faith.
Ray loved Jesus, craving Him in scripture during the last years of his life.
Ray was a man with a plan, prepared and armed with knowledge he wanted to be ready to meet his Lord and Savior.
Imagine his being bathed in grace covered by the Light of the World and welcomed with love beyond all understanding into the ramparts of Heaven.
Imagine his quick smile, boisterous laugh and tears of pure joy when Bryan jumped into his arms!
Visitation Monday from 2-9pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd (SHELBY TOWNSHIP). Funeral Tuesday Instate 10:00am at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 17051 24 Mile Rd at Romeo Plank until time of Funeral Service at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers donations are welcome to St. Peter Lutheran Church Stephen Ministry, Lutheran High School Association or the Macomb Charitable Foundation. Interment, Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com
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Rich Whipple
August 15, 2022
Unfortunately for me, I can not be at Ray's funeral, as I have an appointment with the Ann Arbor VA Hospital that I can not break. and I live in Canton.
Being a classmate of Ray's older sister (Gayle), I remember the many tasks each member of the McKinley's children would have to do. My father was a councilman when Dr. McKinley was the mayor, and he had nothing but praise for Doc McKinley!
One year after our class of '64, I went to the Fraser gym to watch the "Rambler's" playing basketball. Gayle happened to be there as well that weekend and she asked me if I'd like to drive with her to pick up Ray in Grosse Pointe after his basketball game. I got to know Ray a lot better. Through the years I noted that he was an awesome man, with so many friends (so typical of the McKinley's!).
God bless Ray's family and siblings. I am so sorry that I can't come to the funeral.
Chaplain Rich Whipple, class of '64!
Mike and Carol Tom
August 15, 2022
May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Peter Ton
August 15, 2022
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family
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Sally Foster and Hal May
August 15, 2022
Our condolences and sympathy go out to the McKinley Family, especially the wonderful children, Brittany (Chris) and Kyle (Sari) and the beautiful grandchildren, Emerson, Julian and Josie.
Jim Alle
August 15, 2022
So very sad to hear of Ray´s passing. I have fond memories of skiing and playing golf at Otsego with Ray, who always had a smile on his face and something good to say about everyone. May his soul rest in eternal happiness.
The Jim Alle family
Sue Coffelt
August 13, 2022
My precious Lynn. My heart is breaking to think of the terrible time you are going through right now. Like me with your dad, always remember the happy times you´ve had with Ray and the love you two shared. Wish I could be there to hold and try to comfort you, but you are always in my heart! Mom
Shirley Jenkins
August 13, 2022
We are so saddened at the sudden passing of Dr. McKinley. He was my dentist for many years. Not only a dentist but a cherished friend. He will be missed. Prayers go out to Lynn and the entire McKinley family and staff.
Love Shirley and Ray Jenkins
Lynne Smetzer
August 12, 2022
I will miss seeing You and Otis skiing on Friday afternoons. Such a beautiful skier and person.
Sally (Wright) Leath
August 12, 2022
Praying for peace and comfort in Jesus.
Psalm 23, I Thessalonians 4:13-18, John 14, John 3:16, Lamentations 3:22-26
I went to school with Margo and Gwen and worked for Dr. Otis McKinley Sr. I spent some happy times in their home near the airport. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all
Judy Stutts-Smith
August 11, 2022
Lynn, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sure your heart is broken at the loss of Ray. I never met him, but Jenny shared the time she met all of you in Colorado. I would so like to be with you during this time, but I am sure you understand the long distance and some health issues. Know you are loved here in Alabama and maybe we can get together sometime.
Joan Hajdas
August 11, 2022
So sorry to hear of Doctor McKinleys passing He was an inspiration to his patients and the students at the high school
Tom Hartle
August 11, 2022
The whole Hartle family is so sad to learn of this news. Mr Otsego was how we will always remember Ray. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his whole family!
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
August 10, 2022
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
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