Mary Frances McKinney
May 22, 1931 ~ June 25, 2012
Resided in:
Mills River, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Mills River- Mary Frances Melton McKinney, 81, of Mills River passed away Monday, June 25, 2012 at The Oaks at Sweeten Creek.
Mrs. McKinney was a devoted Mother, Wife, and Homemaker. She was born in Buncombe County to the late William Jack Melton Sr., and Dona Bishop Melton. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Donald McKinney and her sister, Lucille McFall.
She is survived by her four children, Brenda McKinney, Paula McKinney, Linda McKinney Bishop and her husband, Carl and Edward McKinney; two brothers, Jack Melton and Frank Melton and his wife, Dorothy; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at Words of Life Tabernacle in Arden with Reverends Carl Bishop and Michael Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn in Enka.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Church.
Memorial donations can be made to Words of Life Tabernacle Children's Ministry, 815 Glenn Bridge Road, Arden, NC 28704.
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Paula,
Our Prayers go out to you and your Family, Friends and Love Ones…
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures: He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul: He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies: you anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Love
John & Dana Craig
Paula, our prayers go out to you & your family. May you feel God’s comfort & peace in the days ahead.
Paula,Brenda, Linda, and Edward,
There is so many wonderful memories with Aunt Mary. Her loving caring ways, her wonderful cooked meals, and all the fun we had at her house growing up. She will be missed by so many. I loved her like a second mother and I am so sorry I will not be able to make it to the funeral. I will be keeping all you kids in my prayers and thinking of you in the days ahead.
Love,
Tommy and Pat Melton
I will always remember Mary working in her garden. She always had a smile on her face and was never to busy to answer the questions of a child. I wish we were all still kids playing on the farm. It was a great way to grow up. My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time and I hope you find comfort in knowing that your Mother will never be forgotten.
Love,
Vicki
I am very sorry for your loss. She is feeling lots better now. I pray you all find comfort and strength to make it through this difficult time.
Love to you all!
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
She was a very special lady!
Love,
Rusty and Mary Craig
Sending my prayers and deepest condolences. May God be with and comfort you all at this time.
Paula,
We will be praying for you and your family that God will give you comfort and strength during this time of loss.
Paula, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Isn’t it wonderful to know that you’ll see her again?
Paula,
Our thoughts and heart felt sympathy are with you during this time of loss and extreme greif. We are here for you if you need a shoulder to cry on or someone to listen. Love ya, Barbara and Andy
Paula, Brenda and Edward, Our thoughts and prayers are with you .We thought a lot of Mary. I can’t come to funeral,but we will have you in our thoughts.
Paula,Linda and family so saddened to hear about Ms McKinney,,,a Beautiful and sweet lady, you will be in my Thoughts and Prayers,cherish her memories they are forever,,
Much Love
Jean
To Miss Mary`s Children,
I am truly sorry for the loss of your mother. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire family. Please know that the God of all comfort has loving concern and cares for you at this time. Psalm 146:5,9 and 1 Peter 5:7
Dear McKinney Family,
I am saddened by the passing of your dear mother. What a wonderful lady she was. She touched so many lives in a positive way. Although she was my aunt by marriage, she will always be a very special ‘Aunt Mary’ to me. My life was made richer by knowing her. She had such a sweet spirit about her. In the days and months to come always keep her spirit in your heart and it will surely help you through any hard times ahead.
Love to all of you…
My grandmother was the light of so many lives, including mine. She touched so hearts by just being he kind, nurturing self. She’s gone from this earth, but will never be forgotten in the hearts of so many.
I love you Granny. I miss you so much. I can’t wait until the day I see you again.