

Barbara L. McKee, age 79, of Upper Arlington, passed away peacefully with family by her side Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at her home. She was born March 5, 1932 in Knightstown, Indiana, daughter of the late Maurice Rupert and Iva (Warrick) Lukens. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Dr. Virgil F. McKee; children Kim McKee, and beloved grandson, Eli McKee, both of Columbus, OH, Michael McKee, of Hilliard, OH and his dear girlfriend and caring family friend, Susan Schumaker; brother, Jim (Rita) Lukens, Knightstown, IN; sisters, Gloria Jean Thorpe, Eaton, OH, Mary Lou (Sam) Gray, Carthage, IN, Donna Kay (John) Gaither, New Castle, IN, Linda (Ron) Gatewood, Warrenton, VA, and Lori Chew, Knightstown, IN; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins; lifelong friends, Carole Beam and Joan Parks. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Philip Lukens and sister, Candi Lukens. Barbara was a member of Upper Arlington Lutheran Church for over 40 years. She had a caring heart who put others needs before her own and never met a stranger. Friends may call 5-8 p.m. Friday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. A Celebration of Life service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Upper Arlington Lutheran Church, 2300 Lytham Road, with Pastor Paul Ulring officiating. Interment to follow at Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Upper Arlington Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, Columbus, OH 43220, or HomeReach Hospice, c/o Ohio Health Foundation, 180 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215 or to a favorite charity of choice, in her memory. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to send condolences to her family.
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