Yvonne Lee McKinley, 83, of West Fork, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at her home. She was born September 17, 1935 in Fairmont, West Virginia to Josephine Hayes and adopted by Edgar and Eva Marie Riggs Smith.
She was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Yvonne worked at Ozark Custom Butchering and Baldwin Piano.
She is survived by her husband, Ward “Mac” McKinley of 63 years; five loving children, Judy Houseman, Michael McKinley (Sandra), David McKinley (Becca), Dana Selvey and Mark McKinley; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10 AM Friday, September 6, 2019 at the Fayetteville National Cemetery with military honors.
A celebration of life will be held at the McKinley household following the service on Friday.
I am so sorry for your loss. Yvonne and I worked at Baldwin several years together. She was always a very happy. Will miss her.
I am so sorry for your loss. Von was a wonderful person, a devoted friend to those fortunate to be so counted. She will be sorely missed.
Yvonne was a sweet person and grandma. I am glad to have known her. My prayers for the family. Cindy McClain
Ms Von was such a joyful person and we had great fun working at the shop. She and Dad made each day an adventure. Apologies at my delay in responding – I just learned of her passing. Prayers for all your family – she was a delightful,kind lady.