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Franklin Ely McKinney, age 80, of Whitesburg, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026 at his home.
He is survived by his daughter, Melissa Williamson; grandchildren, Melissa Mae Williamson, and Billy Tweed; sister, Anna Ruth McKinney; brother, Neil McKinney; along with several other family members and friends.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Melissa Talley’s house in Newport.
Arrangements by Stetzer-Bales Funeral Home.
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