Donald Robert McKinney Obituary

The family announces the passing of Donald Robert McKinney of Somerset, Kentucky on June 10, 2026. Donald, born on September 18, 1941, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert McKinney (Bob) and Irene McKinney (Randall); and his brother Timothy. He is survived by: his wife Verna McKinney (Poynter); his children, Sherry McKinney-Shelton (Gary) and Ed McKinney (Deb); his grandchildren, Andrew McKinney (Kaylee), Spencer McKinney (Raegan) and Ella McKinney; his stepgrandsons, Winston Shelton (Randa) and Jacob Shelton (Scarlet); and his great grandchildren, Shepherd McKinney, Margot McKinney and Adilynn Shelton. He is also survived by many extended family members, friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, Kentucky, 42501, in honor of Don's lifelong commitment to serving others.