Hal is survived by his wife, Rita McKinley of Planation, Florida, his children, William McKinley (son), Andrew McKinley (son), Bridgette McKinley (daughter), Michelle McKinley (daughter-in-law) of Plantation Florida; and his grandchildren – Cailin McKinley of Kingston, Jamaica and Zayn McKinley of Plantation, Florida.
Hal was born on December 7th 1952 in Top Hill, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica to parents William and Evelyn McKinley (nee Bent). He graduated from Munro College in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica and went on to give his talents and services to companies such as Jamaica Public Service (JPS), T. Geddes Grant, Sealand, and eventually opened the doors of “O’ Yes” Club and Restaurant. Later in his life, Hal found his way back to the shipping industry at Maritime & Transport Services Limited and dedicated the remainder of his professional years there.
Hal was socially active and deeply passionate about helping people throughout his life. He truly believed that we were here on this earth to help each other along life’s journey and that if the desire to give and share did not come as naturally as it did for him, it should at the very least be our duty as human beings.
Above all, Hal was a family man. He took great delight in spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and rest of family and friends. He enjoyed watching cricket, cooking, and listening to music. His family and friends will always remember him as a selfless, kind and uplifting man.
A Thanksgiving Service is scheduled at the Chapel at Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens South for Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 10:30am. Pastor Chris Baselice of Calvary Chapel Plantation will officiate. All are welcome to join via live stream by clicking the 'Join Livestream' link below to celebrate Hal’s life, as only immediate family will be able to physically attend due to the constraints of COVID-19.
The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, love and support during this difficult time.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnsouth.com for the McKinley family.
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