James Robert McKinley, 68, of Vero Beach, passed away peacefully on Nov. 6, 2015, after a brief illness.
He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Stacey (Clark) McKinley; his children James K. McKinley (Kyla), Scott B. McKinley (Kelly), Christopher W. McKinley (Molly), Felisha L. McKinley and Justice M. McKinley, Tyler J. McKinley, Trevor C. McKinley and Trace M. McKinley; his sister Bette Jane Diaz (Mike); his brother Gerald H. McKinley (Debbie); seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, loving in-laws and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Patricia L. Prestridge.
McKinley moved to Florida from Ohio in 1970. He worked as a carpenter for many years and his handiwork can be found in many Vero Beach homes and buildings. When not working or spending time with family, you would find him working on his race car or at the races. To say racing was his passion would be an understatement.
He attended First Church of the Nazarene with his family and also had many friends and memories at Glendale Baptist Church.
He served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran.
There will be a Memorial Reception on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, at Glendale Christian School, 790 27th Avenue, Vero Beach, FL between 6 and 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, Glendale Christian School/Glendale Baptist Church, is accepting donations to assist the family. Please designate, “Love for the McKinley’s.”
