FRISCO — William Alonzo “Lonnie” McKinney, 65, of Frisco, NC passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 22, 2019.
A native of Hatteras Island, he was born on October 22, 1953. Lonnie lived on the island throughout his teen years, moving to the mainland in his adulthood where he married and had children. Lonnie returned to the island several years ago to open a small engine repair shop and to eventually retire in his hometown community.
Lonnie is survived by two children, son Lonnie McKinney of Douglasville, GA and daughter Crystal McKinney of Hiram, GA; a brother, Paul McAbee of Woodstock, GA; a sister, Gloria McAbee Jendrowski of Buffalo, NY; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Alan McAbee; and sister, Susan McKinney Jordan.
A small service will be held in Georgia attended by family only.
Twiford Funeral Homes is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.