Rita Jean McKinney's obituary , Passed away on November 25, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi

Rita Jean McKinney

July 5, 1956 - November 25, 2025 (69 years old)

Gulfport, Mississippi

Rita Jean McKinney's obituary , Passed away on November 25, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi

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Rita Jean McKinney

July 5, 1956 - November 25, 2025 (69 years old)

Gulfport, Mississippi

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Rita Jean McKinney Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Rita Jean McKinney of Gulfport, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Rita left this world on November 25, 2025 at the age of 69, 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.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Darwin H. Royer and Gertrude Thralls Royer; her husband Mark McKinney; her siblings, Gary Royer, Debra Royer and Larry Dean Royer; and her pet Gabbie.

She is survived by: her children, Melynda McKinney (Sheryll Ward) and Miranda Rush (Nick); her grandchildren, Alexandrea McKinney (Alex), Nickolas Rush and Sierra McKinney; her great grandchild Maverick Jean McKinney; and her brothers, James Royer and Kenny Royer.

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