Pre-Past
Saturday, September 5th
11:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Immanuel United Church of Christ
2200 Azalea Dr
Highland, IN 46322
In Loving Memory
Betty “Frances” McKinney
March 27, 1935 — August 24, 2026
A life of faith, courage, devotion, and enduring love.
Her Life
The Story of Frances
Betty “Frances” McKinney was born on March 27, 1935, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Carlton and Claudia Bryant. She was a sister to Frank Bryant.
Frances was the mother of Patricia Daniel, Barbara McGill, Herman McKinney, Claudia McKinney, and Dwayne McKinney. She died on August 24, 2026, at the age of 91, and rests in Chicago, Illinois.
- Born
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Parents
- Carlton and Claudia Bryant
- Sibling
- Frank Bryant
- Resting Place
- Chicago, Illinois
A Woman of Remarkable Strength
Betty overcame breast cancer twice—a testament to her remarkable strength and resilience.
Her Faith
Faith Was Something She Lived
“Her joy was made complete.”
Her joy was made complete when she came in contact with Jehovah’s Witnesses. She began a Bible study and later symbolized her dedication to Jehovah by water baptism on June 23, 1993, as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Demonstrating her deep love for Jehovah, Jesus, and her neighbors, she followed Jesus’ command to preach the good news and make disciples. She was an avid reader, student, and teacher of the Bible.
She expressed her love for people through Bible studies, door-to-door ministry, and informal witnessing at every opportunity. She shared the good news of the Kingdom with all sorts of people, bringing them hope.
Affectionately known in the congregation as one of the “Golden Girls,” she will be deeply missed by her congregation, family, and friends. They look forward to seeing her in the new world, when Jesus awakens her from sleep.
Her Legacy
The Family She Loved
She meant the world to her family and left a profound impact on those who loved her.
Children
- Patricia Daniel
- Barbara McGill
- Herman McKinney
- Claudia McKinney
- Dwayne McKinney
Grandchildren
- Kevin
- Kristin
- Antwan
- Stacy
- Sharnell
- Tonya
- Tess
- Dakota
- Frances
- Ronald
- Jobez
- Dwayne Jr.
- Timothy
- Jeremy
- Jonathan
- Tia
- Ifemi
Memories
A Life Remembered
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Reflections
Remembering Frances
Family reflections and remembrances will be placed here as they are approved.
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Order of Memorial Service
- 01
Chairman
Wesley Thompson - 02
Opening Song #139
“See Yourself When All Is New” - 03
Opening Prayer
David Small - 04
Obituary
Maurice Sisson - 05
Discourse
Raymond Horton - 06
Interview
Sadie Williams - 07
Closing Song #151
“He Will Call” - 08
Closing Prayer
Kenneth Brown
Chairman acknowledgements, closing remarks, and family instructions will follow.
Gather With Us
Memorial Service
Memorial
Saturday, September 5th
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
South Park Congregation — West Bldg.
4700 Cottage Grove Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
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In Loving Memory
Betty “Frances” McKinney
1935 — 2026
Her life was a blessing.
Her memory, a legacy.
Her faith, an enduring testimony.