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Steven McKinney Obituary

Steven Edward McKinney SUMMERVILLE - Steven Edward McKinney, 46, of Summerville, SC, husband of Kimberly S. McKinney, died Monday, September 7, 2009. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon, September 10, 2009, at PARKS FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL at one o'clock. Burial will be private. Friends may call at PARKS FUNERAL HOME Thursday morning from eleven o'clock until the time of the service. Mr. McKinney was born October 6, 1962, in Cumberland, MD, a son of Kenneth B. McKinney and Shirley Jean Stiver McKinney. He was a 1980 graduate of Fort Hill High School. He was a finance manager for Southern Management, a veteran of the US Navy and an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Kimberly S. McKinney of Summerville; step-son, Randall C. Shelton of Summerville; parents, Kenneth B. and Shirley J. Stiver McKinney of Cumberland, MD; brother, Mark McKinney and wife Lisa of Middletown, MD; nieces and nephews, Bryce, Lana, Cameron and Philip McKinney of MD; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James R. and Pamela Jenkins of Summerville; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ronald E. Childree and Kelly Childree of Summerville; niece and nephew, Alyssa Halley Childree and Bennett Connor Childree of Summerville; aunt and uncle, Larry and Lois Beckman and cousin Greg Beckman all of Urbana, MD; and grandfather, Gerald Ruppenkamp of Cresaptown, MD and many, many friends. He was predeceased by his maternal grandmother Mary Robinette Ruppenkamp and paternal grandparents, Edward B. and Nellie Cunningham McKinney. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 WEST 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 9 to Sep. 10, 2009.

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Pat Madison

October 2, 2009

Kim,
I was devastated to hear of your loss. Steve was one of the most fun loving, easy going people I had the pleasure of knowing. He was a blast working with at Colonial Finance and I'm sorry to say I have not seen him in a couple of years.Just know that you and Corey are in my thoughts and prayers

September 15, 2009

Kim,
We were so sorry to hear about Steve. We have missed you guys over the last few years but certainly have some great memories of time spent together. We are thinking of you.

Bill and Stevie Strange

Mickey Barnett

September 13, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

God bless you.

Michele Harper

September 13, 2009

Kim,

I was saddened and shocked to hear of Steve's passing. Unfortunately, I did not know until Friday. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Cory, and Steve's family.

Jeff Pearson

September 11, 2009

Dear KIm,
It has been many years since I had the pleasure of seeing you but I first met Steve about twenty years ago through Vicky. I am proud to say we stayed in touch. I have clients in Waltorboro and I would make a special trip stop by Steves office every couple of months.

It is amazing how many people Steve made an impact on. I always looked forward to seeing him, given his love of family, then fishing, he never ceased to be in wonder at how I had no fishing equipment on my boat. That seemed like such a waste to him. He never missed an opportunity to tease me about this glaring oversight!! Just thinking about it makes me smile. I sure hope heaven has a good place to fish or God will bever hear the end of it!!

Jacob Long

September 10, 2009

I have known Corey since 1st grad and Steve was always there for us as a mentor, friend, and teacher..I have nothing but wonderful memories of either learning something new or just spending time with him. He always told me to push further and be successful, after HS and College I still kept in touch with Steve, and I know I always will..

Tessa Noah

September 10, 2009

Kim and Corey,

I am very sorry to hear about Steve, he has always been a great friend to me. I feel very lucky to have known him. I will keep you in my prayers.

Kevin,Carolyn,Kevin Jr.and Madeline O'Connell

September 10, 2009

Dear Kim and Cory,

We were very sad to hear of your loss. Steve was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Take comfort in each
other and in his loving memory.God Bless

Carla Felvus

September 10, 2009

Kenny, Shirley and family. My heart aches for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I pray that you see the fingerprints of God throughout this journey. May Gods peace abound over you during this time. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding, In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight.

Archie and Cheryl Russell

September 9, 2009

Kim and Randall, May you find peace in the love of the Lord as many family and friends reach out to you during your time of grief. Andrew was with us in Hartsville when he got the news, and was devastated to hear it. Our daughter Frankie thinks alot of you, we are praying for you both. May the Lord Jesus Christ lessen your pain and sorrow. Psalms 100

Susie Bail

September 9, 2009

Kim and Corey

I'm sorry to hear of your loss, you both are in my thoughts and prayers.

Susie

Frank Cumbo

September 9, 2009

Kim, Corey and Family,

When I got a phone call yesterday morning and heard about Steve, it was very shocking and sad. Steve was one of the most considerate and compassionate of people that all of us has ever known. He was a great influence to all of us. A true friend to all and the greatest sense of humor that anyone has ever seen. Those are the two things that I will always remember him by. We all have lost a great person in our life.

Miles Robertson

September 9, 2009

Kim,
I know that you don't know me - I'm Larry Robertson's Dad. I am So Sorry for your loss. It was a total shock when Larry called me. Just wanted you to know, that I talked to Steve several times over the years, Mostly to Thank Him for his Help and Support for Larry. Larry always thought so much of Steve and he was a True Friend to Larry. Unfortunately, we have lost one of the 'Good Guys', aren't many around anymore. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You and Your Family.

Buster & Dayle Lynn Shade

September 9, 2009

Kim, Corey and all, Our hearts go out to you at this time of your great loss. We didn't get to know Steve well but we really liked him. You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Love and prayers,

Tom O'Brien

September 9, 2009

Kim,

I am so sorry for your loss. As I told you on Monday take comfort in knowing how much Steve loved you and life.You will now have your own angel looking out for you.You are in my prayers. Tom

Lynnette, Robert & Jeb Thompson

September 9, 2009

Kim,
God bless you and your family during this most difficult time. Steve was inspirational in Jeb pursuing the US Naval Academy. His words, though often funny or outragous, were encouraging and kind. We will miss our lake outings with him and the Derby parties will never be the same. You are in our prayers.

Karl Repik

September 9, 2009

Steve was a good and true friend. He was always able to make me laugh.I'll miss "Fish Boy Steve."

Steve showing his wisdom...

September 9, 2009

Adam Blair Dutton

September 9, 2009

Kim and Corey,
Please accept my condolences. Steve was one of my best friends. It's so hard, knowing that he is gone. I know it's even harder for you all. his life was too short on this earth. He could always bring out the best in people. And was always the life of the party, and will be missed by many of his friends. He did have many of those.
He will be missed deeply, and never be forgotten. We all loved him very much, and will always. Same goes for the both of you. Just don't forget, Steve will always be there looking down on us, so let's remember all the good times of this great guy.
If you ever need anything, or just want to talk. Give me a call.

BRENDA FARNSWORTH

September 9, 2009

KIM,
YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOU'R LOSS.

Annette Shelton

September 9, 2009

Kim, I want you to know how sorry I am. Steve was such a great guy! My prayer for you is peace and comfort to help you thru this very difficult time.

lillian thornburg

September 9, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Phyllis Floyd

September 9, 2009

Kim and Family
Steve was one of the funniest guys I know. He will be missed by us all. Please know that we are here if you need anything. We are praying for you and your family. Steve will never be forgotten~~

Rick Wheeler

September 9, 2009

Kim,
Please accept my condolences. Thank you and Steve for being such good friends to me and Boni Jo. Especially when both of you helped me with the passing of Boni Jo. Kim you should know that the Lord is with you during this difficult time in your life and he loves you very much. I will miss Steve. He and Boni Jo are both with God now in all his splendor. Trust in God and he will take care of everything. My prayers, my thoughts, and my grief are being shared with you and your family. May God Bless you Kim.

Terry Parsons

September 9, 2009

Our family sends our condolences. And as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Let us know if you need anything.

Terry and Andy Parsons (Andrew Hill's Mom and Step Dad)

Janet Glenn

September 9, 2009

Dear Kim: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If you need anything just call and I will be there.
Janet Glenn

Pam Fazenbaker

September 9, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. Steven was a great person. He always made me laugh. I will remember him that way. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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