Gerald Ray Mckinney

Gerald Ray McKinney, age 76 of Cleveland, passed away Friday, February 11, 2011 at his residence following an extended illness.

Mr. McKinney was born September 2, 1934 in Houston, Missouri to the late Charles and Marcello Rice McKinney. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of Harvest Christian Church. Mr. McKinney was preceded in death by his brother Charles McKinney.

Survivors include his wife, Carol McKinney, Cleveland, GA; daughter, Crystal Castellano, White, GA; step-sons, George William Baker, Dallas, GA; Erik Baker, Marietta, GA; brothers, Harold McKinney, Kinston, NC; Donald McKinney, Plato, Missouri; sister, Verda Lou Wright, Miami, OK;

Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, February 19, 2011 from the Harvest Christian Church. The Rev. Rick Cox will officiate.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Harvest Christian Church Building Fund, 231 Harvest Church Rd. Clarkesville, GA 30523.

On line condolences may be made to the family at barrettfh.com

Barrett Funeral Home, of Cleveland.