James Ray McKinney, 71, of Floyds Knobs, IN passed away on Monday, March 21, 2016 in Louisville, KY. He retired from teaching after 25 years in the Jefferson County School System. He was a mechanic and enjoyed being a handyman. He loved spending time with his grandson.
Jim was born on November 13, 1944 in Louisville, KY to the late Noah McKinney & Effie Louise (Dearing) McKinney.
Jim is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jo Ann (Bragg) McKinney; daughter, Lisa Marie Allen (Daniel); and grandson, Colin Gustave Allen, brother, David
Evans McKinney; sisters, Barbara Louise McKinney Owens (Ed) & Linda Kay McKinney.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 PM, Friday, March 25, 2016, at Newcomer Funeral Home (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany). His Funeral Service will take place at 11 AM on Saturday at the funeral home.
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