Robert Earl McKinney

It is with great sadness that we announce that Robert Earl McKinney, 83, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 while at his home surrounded by his loving and devoted family. He was born in Gaston County to the late Leonard Earl McKinney and Marie Jenkins McKinney. He is also predeceased by his wife, Erika Molenda McKinney; son, Russell Sexton; brother, Roger McKinney.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Amanda McKinney and Lisa McKinney; son, Jeff Stiltner; 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Myrna Rich and Ellen Kilby; brothers, Dennis McKinney and Jimmy McKinney.

Robert proudly served in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, swimming, old muscle cars, gardening and dancing. He loved his children, grandchildren and great-grands. He will remain in our hearts forever.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC 132 East College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152.

Celebration of Life Service is Friday May 30, 2025 Henrietta Baptist Church at 3:00 P.M. with Pastor James Johnson officiating. Military Honors provided by Rutherford County Honor Guard.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is honored to serve the McKinney Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

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