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Jimmy Durrell McKinley, 81, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was born in Magee, Mississippi, to Billy Albert McKinley and Mascial Ernestin Salters.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Mike McKinley; his sister, Sue Robinson; and his grandchild, Mary Ellen Cox.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joan McKinley; his sons, Scottie McKinley of Clinton, Mississippi, and Matthew McKinley of Braxton, Mississippi; and his daughters, Sonja Coale (Chuck) of Lawrenceburg, Indiana, Angelia Perry (Jerry) of Braxton, Mississippi and Tina Cox of Richwood, Texas. He is also survived by his brother, Kenneth McKinley of Star, Mississippi; and his sister, Betty Myers of Pearl, Mississippi.
Jimmy leaves behind many beloved grandchildren: Alex Coale of San Diego, California; Dillion Coale of Hanford, California; Marlee Perry of Mendenhall, Mississippi; Reese Cox and Andrew Cox of Richwood, Texas; Delaney Gholson of San Angelo, Texas; Adam Perry of Brandon, Mississippi; and Kyle McKinley of Jackson, Mississippi. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Cash Miller, Kinley Mae Coale, Dean Coale and eagerly anticipated great-grandchild due in August.
Jimmy was a vintage collector of junk and had a love for vintage Volkswagens. He also enjoyed collecting antiques such as hit-and-miss engines and tractors. Among his favorites was his old 1957 Volvo that he used as a toolbox. Most of all, Jimmy cherished the time he spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Jimmy will be remembered for his love of family, his humor, and the many memories he created with those who knew and loved him.
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