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John Ronald McKinney

16 September, 1943 – 31 July, 2020
IN THE CARE OF

Radney Funeral Home - Mobile

John Ronald McKinney Sr, (Ron) passed away July 31st with his family at his side. Born September 16, 1943, he was a native of Mobile, AL. He is preceded in death by his parents Mary Alice Marshall McKinney, James Lavender McKinney, Jr. and grandson, Conner McKinney. Ron was loved dearly by his wife of 39 years, Ellen Brazile McKinney, his family and many friends.

Ron is also survived by his children; Ronnie McKinney Jr., Stewart Khyle McKinney(Rachael) and daughter, Brandon Best. He is also survived by his brother, Jim McKinney (Karen), sister, Cherri McKinney Harrington (Steve) and brother, Benja McKinney (Brenda); grandchildren; Austin McKinney, Taylor McKinney, Julia McKinney, Caroline McKinney, Justin Dix, Bradford Dix and Claire Lee.

Ron attended UMS and Murphy, graduating in 1961. He loved playing football, both in high school and college. His life was a lesson in honesty, humility, generosity and kindness, which he showed to everyone he met.

Due to COVID restrictions, his Celebration of Life service will not be held at this time.

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FAMILY

Ellen Brazile McKinneyWife of 39 years

Ronnie McKinney, Jr.Son

Stewart Khyle McKinney and RachaelSon and Daughter-in-law

Brandon BestDaughter

Jim McKinney and KarenBrother and Sister-in-Law

Cherri McKinney Harrington and SteveSister and Brother-in-Law

Benja McKinney and BrendaBrother and Sister-in-Law

Mary Alice Marshall McKinneyMother (deceased)

James Lavender McKinney, Jr.Father (deceased)

Conner McKinneyGrandson (deceased)

He is also survived by his grandchildren; Austin McKinney, Taylor McKinney, Julia McKinney, Caroline McKinney, Justin Dix, Bradford Dix and Claire Lee.

Services

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