Genell Parker McKinney, age 89

Genell Parker McKinney, age 89, of Ellenboro, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024.

Genell was born May 29, 1935 in Cleveland County, to the late Zero Parker and Hester Canipe Parker.

She was a graduate of Casar High School, class of 1953. Genell worked for United Southern for 34 years prior to her retirement. She was a member of Drury Dobbins Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Claude McKinney; and three brothers, Paul Parker, Gene Parker, and Doyle Parker.

Survivors include her sons, Scott McKinney (Sarah), and Greg McKinney, all of Ellenboro; four grandchildren, Alexandra McKinney, Jordan Hawkins, Matthew Hawkins (Isabel), and Nathan Hawkins (Kelli Carver); great-grandson, Oliver Carver; and a number of nieces and nephews.

The funeral was held December 19 at Drury Dobbins Baptist Church with Rev. Ronald Roberts officiating.

An online obituary is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.