Buddy Herbert McKinney Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Buddy Herbert McKinney (Bakersville, North Carolina), whose life came to an end on March 22, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Buddy Herbert McKinney to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herbert McKinney and Biddie Buchanan McKinney; his wife Anna Belle McKinney; his siblings, Ruth Greene, Ebie Wyatt, Betty Jean Bennett, Erby, Wilkie and Lloyd McKinney; and his grandson Seth McKinney.
He is survived by: his children, Valerie McKinney Biddix (Bruce) of Spruce Pine and Tony Allan McKinney (Mariah) of Black Mountain; his grandchildren, Nikki Lockwood (David), Alex McKinney (Amber) and Tyler McKinney (Maddie); and his great grandchild Jacob Lockwood. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of The Blue Ridge, 236 Hospital Drive, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, or to The Mitchell County Animal Rescue, PO Box 308, Spruce Pine, NC 28777.
