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Capt. Harry Thomas McKinney, Jr., Retired, USMC September 26, 1930 - April 29, 2014

Born: Friday Sep 26, 1930

Died: Tuesday Apr 29, 2014

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Captain Harry Thomas McKinney, Jr., Retired, USMC, 83, of 244 Weaver Street in Eden, passed away early Tuesday morning, April 29, 2014, at Hospice Home of Rockingham County in Wentworth.

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, May 1, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens with full military honors.

A Rockingham County native, Mr. McKinney was born September 26, 1930, son of the late Harry Thomas McKinney, Sr. and Frances Layne McKinney. He was a retired US Marine Captain who served his country for 30 years. His tours of duty included Korea and Vietnam.An active and respected member of his community, Harry was a lifetime member of the American Legion, member of Masonic Lodge #136, a Shriner, a member of the Eden Evening Lions Club, a member of the Eastern Star, and a member of PFC Jerry L. McKinney Detach #1232. Mr. McKinney was a member of Leaksville Christian Church and Central Christian Church. He served as an Elder and Deacon for a combined 28 years, with the churches.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Tate McKinney of the home; sons, Mike McKinney and wife, Sharon, and Jim McBride and wife, Sheila; daughter, Renee Warren and husband, Matt; seven grandchildren, Ian McKinney and friend, Magan Hudson, Adam Warren and wife, Amanda, Brittany Pratt and husband, Jonathan, Victoria Lane and husband, Mark, Buddy McBride and wife, Mallory, Tommy McBride and wife, Kelley, and Sarah McBride; ten great-grandchildren, Jackson Ryan Pratt, Aiden, Alexa and Asher Warren, Penelope and Sawyer Lane, Beau and James McBride, and Londyn and Eli McBride; brother, Bobby McKinney and wife, Nancy; and his aunt, Katherine McKinney.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry McKinney; and first wife, Betty Krantz McKinney.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Brenda Saunders
There are no words that can convey to you our loss of a good friend good neighbor. God will help you thru this terrible time. Please always we are just across the street anytime .we love yo both and will forever remember my friend Harry,Tony&Pam
Tony/Pam
Out of the hundreds of people each year who visited my sister Kelly Brown's Christmas party, it was always Harry who stood out as the perfect gentleman. His calm manner, composed Marine-trained demeanor, and reassuring smile were his trademarks. Harry was a comforting presence to his friends and a stalwart source of love, pride and devotion to his family. For the Brown, Snowdy and Stoyer families, Christmas celebrations will never be the same without our dear Harry. Sending our love and deepest sympathies to Norma Jean and the McKinney family.
Katherine Lemons Stoyer
To Norma Jean and Family, It was with great sorrow that I heard of Brother Harry's passing. Please accept the entire American Legion , William Johnson Post 534's heart felt condolences on your loss. Rest assure that Capt. Harry McKinney has left his worldly assignment to accept an assignment at a higher Headquarters.
C.D. Grant
Norma, we love you so much! Harry meant the world to us, and I know he meant the world to you as well. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With Love Amanda, Jason, Roger
Amanda H
Praying for yall. Harry was such a kind and humbal man. Im so glad that I was able to be a part of his life. He will forever be remembered. Love you all.
Abby Pritchett
Skinny, I just found out about Harry. Roy Dodson told me this morning. I'm sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great guy and will be missed. The last time I saw him was when he spoke at the Rockingham County Veteran's Day ceremony in Wentworth last November. I'll be sure to contact Sonny this morning to let him know. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Semper Fi!, Your Friend Barry Hales
Barry Hales
Norma, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Faye Carter
Mike and Norma, I am so sorry for your loss. Harry will be missed by all. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you..I hope you find comfort on this verse: Matthew 5:4 New International Version (NIV) 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Ray Overby
My condolences to the McKinney family and also to the Leaksville Christian Church family. I pray God's blessings for all of you.
James Adkins
Dear Norma and family, WE definitely have YOU and your family in our thoughts and prayers as you go through these next few days ahead. It's tough and may God embrace you and your family with peace and comfort as HE did for us these past days since our loved George left this world. Know that they both are rejoicing in their eternal resting place with our savior. Cherish all those wonderful memories you have of him and that will make the loss some easier. Thinking of you!
Keith and Sherry Aheron
Norma Jean, so sorry for your and your family's lost. I know that Harry is in a better place and very happy. Because of appointments I will be unable to come tonight, please accept my condolences and know that I am saying a prayer or two for you. Mary Ann
Mary Ann Sensebaugh
Jim, Renee and family, I am sorry for the loss of your dad. I will be praying for you all during this time. I lost my dad in January and I know the deep loss that you feel when they are not with you. If you need anything please let me know. Love, Cheryl
Cheryl Smith Mann
Mike, Norma Jean & family - I am so sorry you loss. Uncle Harry was a kind, gentle man. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Jennifer Roberson Shough
Your family is in our hearts. We hope that you find peace knowing that Harry is with our heavenly father enjoying his rewards of a good earthly life. We will miss him but know we will be able to know his good works that remain in your hearts and minds shared through your stories. Rest in peace Harry, you lived a good life. You will be missed.
Will & Debbie Hicks
Norma Jean, My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. I will continue to pray for all of you.
Randal Clapp
Harry holds a special place in our heart. He was a Shriner and helped us get our daughter into the Shriner's Hospital in Greenville, SC for her care for her club feet. That place is awesome and she got such wonderful care there. Harry and Norma came down to see her some when she was there even though it was a long drive and Harry even went with me there to take her for visits when my husband couldn't go to make sure we made it safely b/c she was just a few months old and it would be hard to make the trip alone. We will never forget his kindness during those times and we loved him for it. He will be missed greatly.
Pamela Bailey Rhodes

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