Service Details
A celebration of Alma’s life and homegoing will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service. Private interment will take place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Link to the live stream on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/UmVEWn_LC0M?feature=share
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, the family of Alma has suggested memorials to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Faith Church of God.
Alma Jean McKinley, 91, passed away at home on March 23, 2023. She was born in Ann Arbor, MI, on January 21, 1932, to the late William Henry Baird and Olive Jeanne Davis.
Alma married Wilbert Leon McKinley, Sr. on November 9, 1946. They had an enduring marriage for over 65 years. Alma graduated from nursing school as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1954. Alma embraced her career and worked for St. Mary’s Hospital, St. Luke’s Hospital, the A-Center, and as a home health care nurse. She volunteered for the Jane Kramer Center Association and belonged to the retired nurses association. Alma’s favorite hobby was crocheting and she made intricate afghans for family and friends. Alma was a long-time member of Faith Church of God and actively participated in their women’s group.
Alma leaves to behind to cherish her memory, her children, Machelle Yvonne Curtis, Wilbert Leon (Ruthanne) McKinley, Jr., Janita Maria (Bryan) Finley, Adrienne Kara (Steven) Boykin, siblings, Doretha (Leonard) Armstrong, Shaunte (Pam) Stills; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Alma is preceded in death by her father, William H. Baird; her mother, Olive Jean Stills; step-father, James W. Stills; husband, Wilbert L. McKinley, Sr., and daughter, Teresa Cole.
A celebration of Alma’s life and homegoing will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service. Private interment will take place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family of Alma has suggested memorials to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Faith Church of God.
Sis. Vicky Black says
Sis. Janita and Bro. Bryan my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord God of Israel’s Grace, Mercy and Love comfort you.
Stacey Moore & Family says
We send our condolences and prayers to the McKinley . May God continue to comfort and strengthen each of you during this time & the days to come.
Lillian Boykin and family says
My deepest condolences to the family she will be missed May God Bless you all. 🙏
Valerie McKinley says
I have so many memories of visiting and spending time with Aunt Alma Jean. Such a beautiful soul. It was always Bucky and Ken, Alma and Iantha! Praying for strength and comfort.
Love Valerie
Aletha Kimmons Slaughter says
Yvonne and Bucky Jr so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family
Marlene Wills says
I really have no words. But I am very Thankful I came to your home last Summer. You have always been a Mother to me even when you never set eyes on me. Fly HI you are pain free now. Condolences to all my family in Wisconsin.
Jenna Finley says
Our deepest condolences to you Janita, Erin, Jennifer, and the entire McKinley Family. We love you all.
Deacon Lee, Edna, & Jenna Finley Jr.
Jan & Pam Harper says
A wonderful person with a great sense of humor. Cousin you will be very much missed, but congratulations for a life well lived and how much you meant to all of us whose lives you touched.
Christopher Harper says
We will all miss you Alma Jean. Say hi to Mom and Dad, Bucky Sr. and Teresa! Until we meet again take care and know that you were a very special cousin.
Treva Stills-Small says
Deepest condolences for the family.
Arnold & Erica Brown of NJ says
Machelle & Siblings,
We will be thinking of you tomorrow morning. You and your family will be in our prayers as you honor your Mom’s life. Her legacy will continue thru her children and grandchildren. Stay strong and Peace be unto you always. Arnold & Erica Brown
Mr. & Mrs. Strong Lee, Francine, Myles says
🌾🌾Sending our deepest condolences and sympathy sis. Janita and Bryan, Jennifer, Erin and Jon, Adrian and each and every family member, continue to keep your family close, may God continue to bless you all.🙏🏾
Andrew Tyler n Linda Tyler says
Sending my condolences and prayers to the family.
Michele Dogans says
My condolences to you and your family.🙌🏽🙌🏽
Greta Ingram says
My sincere condolences to the McKinley family in the passing ot your mother Alma Jean.
William and Karen Morrison says
Heaven has welcomed in another Angel..We loved her and Pray for her children and grandchildren.As she received her wings may God grant you peace.Love William (Ponchie),Karen,Melissa and Michelle Morrison.(nephew and nieces)
Jo Balsley says
Keeping all Mana’s family in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the wonderful life she lived. She cherished each one of you and what a gift she was to you. Sending my sympathy with love and in friendship, Jo Balsley
Willie and Daris J Hodges says
Our prayers are with the McKinley family. May God strengthen you all as you grieve the loss of your loved one.
Susan Curtis says
91 years old is a very good age.
Kim Cole says
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. McKinley was such an amazing woman. As a child, she embraced me as one of her own. She was a beautiful woman inside and out and she made the best cherry pie ever. I will cherish the memories. It was a blessing to have known her. God bless the family and friends that she so lovingly touched the hearts of. My prayers are with you all.
LaWanna McKinley White says
Family,
What a beautiful Homegoing Service for our Special Angel, Alma Jean. I love that it was so very personal, all about her and her dearly loved family.
I loved each personal reflection.
I have so many wonderful, funny memories. How she held the family together was legendary. She was such a rock of strength, yet humble and so loving.
I loved that I gained a new cousin when Milton Fred Baird moved to Cleveland and was in my 5th grade class!!!! I was so proud. I lived for the summers that Bucky and Alma Jean brought Teresa, Yvonne and Bucky,Jr to Cleveland. ( Before your time Janita & Adie!!😍)
I will miss her wit, wisdom and love. But she left us a wealth of sweet memories.
Love ❤️ Always,
LaWanna
Mary E Ayers says
My condolences to the family of Aunt Alma Jean. I pray that God gives you the strength that you need during your time of bereavement.
Love you,
Mary Ellen
Linwood Robinson, Jr. says
We are sorry to hear about Alma Jean passing.
Linwood Robinson, Jr. and Family
Pat McMillian & family says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of dear Alma! She was such a sweet sole!
Deepest condolences to her entire family!
Mary Jeffries and the Bedford Family says
Prayers lifted for the family.
Carolyn Selmon-Prather says
I am so saddened to hear of Ms Alma’s passing. Such a sweet and witty person. I shared many laughs with her over the years. Adrianne you and the family have our deepest condolences. I know all of you will truly miss her. Let your memories comfort you.
Chelle Herrem Borleske says
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the entire beautiful McKinley family. Mana was so strong and fierce, yet as humorous, loving, and tender as a person could be. She was the ultimate matriarch who treated me as if I was one of her own grandchildren, and will forever be a cherished mother figure to me. May God bring you comfort to you in these difficult days, and may Mana’s memory live on in you all forever.
Dexter L. MCMorris says
Rest in peace Mana! One of the most beautiful and kindest persons that ever blest my life. Love you! May the Lord continue to Bless your Family!
Sheila N Grandy says
My condolences to your family,may God comfort you all during this time, 🙏
Candace Ingram Tate says
I extend my sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends in this most difficult time.
Thomas Jones says
A wonderful woman who will never be forgotten.