Obituary of Ross H. McKinney

Ross H. McKinney 53 of Cortland passed away unexpectedly December 17, 2011. Ross was born November 5, 1958 in Ithaca, the son of George and Winifred Maxim McKinney. Ross had been a member of Bricklayers Union Local 3 of Syracuse. He was an avid golfer and NACAR fan, and enjoyed motorcycling but most of all spending time with his family and friends. Ross is survived by his wife Linda, his mother Winifred McKinney, brothers Michael (Pam) McKinney of Cortland, Alan ( Kristen) McKinney of Guilderland, sister Helen (Mike) Rodemyer of Fort Worth, Texas, his stepson Michael Chamberlain of Cortland, his mother and father in law Harold and Shirley Chamberlain Jr., several nieces and nephews, and his beloved canine companion Duke. Ross was predeceased by his father George in 2000. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 5 - 7 pm at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home9 Lincoln Ave. Funeral services andinterment will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Rosss name is asked to consider the American Cancer Society PO Box 7 East Syracuse, NY 13057 or the Cortland County SPCA 879 McLean Road Cortland, NY 13045 To offer on line condolences visit www.wright-beard.com On behalf of the Cortland High School Class of '77, our deepest condolences. My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Ross. Rest in Peace Ross. Jim Ochsner To Linda and the McKinney and Champlain family. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts. R.I.P. Ross thanks for the memories, know let God put his loving arms around you and keep you safe till we meet again.... Love Mary & Rod Our thoughts and prayers to you all. Ross was a great friend to run into & talk good old times. Darwin & Deb Burton My deepest condolences to Ross's family and especially Linda. I have known Ross for many years. Ross was one of Britt's closest and one of his best friends. Britt always spoke about Ross in the highest regard. I think everyone who knew Ross enjoyed his sense of humor. Rest in peace Ross. You will sadly missed but in the company of many friends you haven't seen in years. Karen (Jones) Williams Our thoughts and prayers go out to Linda and his family. Ro ss was my lifelong friend since Pomaroy School. He was truly a great person, loyal, honest, thoughtful and giving. We had the most fun you could EVER have growing up! I'll miss ya buddy! Mark & Peggy Plamondon pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.I send you thoughts of comfort.My heart is reaching out to you, For what you?re going through; I?m thinking of you frequently And praying for you, too. If there?s something I can do, Anything at all, Think of me thinking of you, And don?t hesitate to call. Rose Miller Many prayers for all of you in this time of loss. Please know that many people care and have fun/fond memories of Ross. Ross was a very special person and will definitely be missed. Sue (Maxson)Bush Linda, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers, love you Dorene& Tom Tomchick To the McKinney family please Know how very sorry about your loss. I have known Ross since we were in Pomeroy School together and although we havent seen each other in many years I will always remember his smile and sence of humor . Please know you are in my prayers and God bless you in this very difficlt time . Terri Guyles-Riccardi Uncle Ross your smile was so unforgettable and your laugh will forever echo in my ears .... Thank you for always giving me straight honest answers.....we all will miss you....R.I.P. Rossy.PATRICK COOK Our condolences to the whole family. Ross was a wonderful friend. We have so many amazing memories of time spent with him, his family and friends. He will be greatly missed, but I know he is at peace and with his good friend, Britt, and his father, George. Rest in peace Rossy!! You will always be in our hearts. Love to all, Brian and Amanda Halliwell and Family To Alan - We offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and we were all very saddened to learn of your brother's sudden passing. Your friends and co-workers from the University. Kevin Rose To the Family of Ross. I was one of his dirtbike riding friends. We went to school together. You have my sincere sympathy for the loss you have just had. You will all be in my prayers. He was a fun friend... Barb Gage I am very sad to here about Ross I went to school with him and we were friends years ago. My prayers are with you all. LOVE Kathy Sorry to hear of the passing of Ross. My prayers are with you and the family. Sharon LaShomb