Services for James A. ‘Jim’ McKinley, 77, Lawrence, KS, will be at a later date in Dardanelle, Ark. Jim died Saturday, May 26, 2018, at the University of Kansas Hospital.
He was born on Oct. 9, 1940, the son of Clayborn and Alberta McKinley in Bertrand, MO. Jim graduated from Kansas State University in 1964 with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. He served four years as a Civil Engineer in the United States Air Force and rose to the rank of Captain. Jim worked as an architect at various private firms in Missouri and Arkansas and retired as an architect for the State of Kansas.
He married Betty Sue Freeman in 1975 in Russellville, AR. She preceded him in death on Sept. 30, 2017. Jim’s survivors include a sister, Carolyn McKinley Lane and husband Mike, Georgetown, TX; a daughter, Debbie Moudy and husband Jimmy, Dardanelle, AR.; a son, Kevin McKinley and wife Rachael, Navarre, FL.; six grandchildren, Misty Dickson (Thomas), Sean Moudy (Holly), Conor and Jaret McKinley, and Chris and Danae James; and five great grandchildren, Ellijah and James Moudy, Ryen Olivia, and Londan and Blakeley Dickson.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Jim’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Jim’s Family,
I just want to let you know that Kit and Sadie are doing GREAT! My Mom just loves them both. Everything is going so well. I am so grateful that we were able to adopt “the girls” as my Mom calls them. By giving her those kitties you have made her so happy. Blessings to you all!
Cristy Sullivan
Carolyn, just a word of condolence, to you and your family in the loss of your brother, Jim. I went to high school with Jim graduating with him in 1958? So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
So glad we got to spend time together this past march, so enjoyed seeing our cousin. Until we meet again..
So glad we got to visit one last time before he left this earth. Family so sorry for your loss. Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers.
To the Family of Jim:
we are saddened by the loss of our neighbor and friend. our prayers are with you at this time and hope you know that we will miss him in our lives.