James Dewayne McKinney, age 78, of Spruce Pine, went home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2020 at the Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation of Spruce Pine.
A native of Avery County, he was the son of the late Charles Carl McKinney and Sylvia June Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his brothers: Orlanda McKinney, Lester McKinney, Audie McKinney, Walter McKinney, and Ronnie McKinney; sister’s: Alma Buchanan and Paulette Hughes.
He was a lifelong farmer who loved his family along with playing the French harp and listening to Elvis music.
Surviving is his Brother: Glen McKinney (Margaret) of Delonago,GA, and sister; Claudette Mitchell (Earl) of Lenior, N.C. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
No services are planned at this time. To send an online condolence please visit: www.yanceyfuneralservice.com
