Blanche Marie McKinney Obituary
The family announces the passing of Blanche Marie McKinney (West Plains, Missouri) on July 5, 2026. Blanche, born on June 17, 1937, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Blanche Marie McKinney to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Scheets and Elva Scheets (Boster); her husband Edgar Duane McKinney; and her daughter Laura Elizabeth. She is survived by: her son Fredric Duane; her daughter-in-law Rebekah of West Plains; her siblings-in-law, Karen and Dr. Dan Lawson of Cleveland; her nephews, Dr. Matt Lawson (Courtney) of Franklin and Miles Lawson (Katelyn) of Oak Ridge; her niece Chandler Flynn (Chuck) of Indianapolis; her great-nieces, Luisa and Margaret; her great-nephew Bodhi; and her pet Jazz.
Memorials can be made to Ozark Cemetery or Ozarks Heritage Research Center and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
