Robert Frank "Bobby" McKinney

Robert Frank “Bobby” McKinney Pickens, South Carolina Robert Frank “Bobby” McKinney, age 82, loving husband of 61 years to Mildred Owen McKinney, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Baptist Easley Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 10, 1943, in Pickens, South Carolina, Bobby was the beloved son of the late Paul Eugene McKinney and Ollie Mae Day McKinney. A man of deep faith, he was a devoted member of Landmark Baptist Church in Easley. Over the years he faithfully served as a deacon, song director, and Sunday school teacher at Cannon Mountain Baptist Church, touching many lives through his ministry and love for the Lord. Bobby was a proud graduate of Pickens High School and went on to build a remarkable career as a skilled tool and die maker at Singer/Ryobi. His talent and dedication eventually led him to establish his own business, McKinney Tool & Die. Throughout his career, he earned numerous awards and recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship and commitment to excellence. Above all, Bobby was a devoted family man who loved his family deeply. He took great pride in providing for them and cherished the time spent together. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed the fellowship of friends and the simple pleasure of sharing a good meal. His life was a testament to hard work, faith, and love, leaving behind a legacy that will be treasured by all who knew him. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Owen McKinney of the home; children, Sherry Cantrell (Tim) of Pickens, Linda Sentell (Scott) of Pickens, and David McKinney (Kerri) of Easley; grandchildren, Amber Crocker, Stepanie Owen, Austin Cantrell, Christopher Sentell, Landan McKinney, and Sadie McKinney; great-grandchildren, River Crocker, Abbott Owen, Clyde Owen, Aspen Sentell, and one on the way; brother, William Curtis “Curt” McKinney; and sister, Barbara Ann Duncan; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. McKinney was predeceased by his brothers, Glen Eugene McKinney, Harold Edward McKinney, and Kenneth Ray McKinney; and sister, Evelyn Louise Duncan. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the sanctuary of Landmark Baptist Church in Easley with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 PM. Burial will take place following the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens. In lieu flowers, memorial donations in Bobby’s honor may be made to Landmark Baptist Church Building Fund, 116 Landmark Ct, Easley, SC 29640. Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the McKinney family.

Robert Frank "Bobby" McKinney

October 10, 1943 - March 25, 2026