Jerome W. "Jerry" McKinney's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Lebanon, Indiana

Jerome W. "Jerry" McKinney

January 27, 1940 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Lebanon, Indiana

Jerome W. "Jerry" McKinney's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Lebanon, Indiana

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Jerome W. "Jerry" McKinney

January 27, 1940 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Lebanon, Indiana

Jerome W. McKinney Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jerome W. McKinney of Lebanon, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jerome left this world on October 15, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Harold and Hazel Elizabeth McKinney (Morris); and his siblings, Maurice, Loren, Leon McKinney and Phyllis Benge.

He is survived by: his daughters, Kimberly J. Taberski (Philip) of Avon and Kathryn S. "Katie" Kemp (Ernie) of Lebanon; his grandson Eric Byrum (Danielle) of Lebanon; and his great grandchildren, Kaylin Byrum, Orion Byrum, Mia Byrum, Max Byrum and Blaze Kemp.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 19th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Strawmyer and Drury Mortuary (2400 N Lebanon St, Lebanon, IN 46052). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 19th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Sugar Grove Cemetery (58512 County Rd 17, Goshen, IN 46528).

Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the Sugar Grove Church, 58512 Old County Road 17, Goshen, IN 46528.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Strawmyer & Drury



Sun

Oct 19

Visitation

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Strawmyer and Drury Mortuary
2400 N Lebanon St, Lebanon, IN 46052

Sun

Oct 19

Funeral service

6:00 PM

Strawmyer and Drury Mortuary
2400 N Lebanon St, Lebanon, IN 46052

Mon

Oct 20

Burial

1:00 PM

Sugar Grove Cemetery
58512 County Rd 17, Goshen, IN 46528

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October 17, 2025

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“With heartfelt sympathy. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of Jerry's care. It was a true honor to support him during the last several months and on his final journey. He will be remembered with care and respect. Wishing peace and comfort to all who loved him.”


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