John McKinney

John William McKinney, 89, of Stuart Fla., passed away on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, as his son John was holding his hand until the very end.He became ill and under the decision of William W. McKinney and John S. McKinney, brought their father to Chattanooga to be closer to family where John could care for his father.He was preceded in death his beloved wife of 55 years, Elsa McKinney; son, Thomas Day McKinney.He was survived by his children, William Wallace McKinney, John S. McKinney; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren.Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, 2013, at Chattanooga National Cemetery.Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaNorthChapel.com.Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.