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Frank A. Kinney Obituary
He was born January 31, 1928 in Sioux Falls, SD. He began his career in the car business with his father selling new Studebakers and used cars at Kinney's Auto Sales in Flandreau, SD. By 1954 he was a District Manager for Dodge Brothers Corporation in Omaha, NE. Frank married Lee Ann (Rider) Kinney on May 7, 1955, with whom he had one child, Michelle. He then moved his family to Topeka, where he became a District Manager for the Buick Motor Division of the General Motors Corporation. After retiring from General Motors, Frank worked for the Kansas Lottery, and later for the Kansas Secretary of State as Examination Supervisor in the Corporations Division. Lee, his wife of 40 years, passed away on January 17, 1995. In August of 1999, Frank married Dorothy (Moran) Kinney. Dorothy passed away in 2013.
Frank studied at St. John's University in Collegeville, MN. He was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his only child, Michelle Marie Kinney of Colorado Springs, CO and a sister, Patricia Bickford of Oceanside, CA. Frank was preceded in death by his parents Frank P. and Edith (O'Connor) Kinney, sister Mary T. Kinney of Worthington, OH, and brother George V. Kinney of Columbus, OH.
Frank will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 16, 2015 at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 17, 2015 at Mater Dei Assumption Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603.
Fond memories and condolences can be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Frank A. Kinney
23 Entries
Melissa Jones
March 21, 2021
Rest In Peace. God bless Michelle.
January 26, 2015
My sympathies go out to you and your family on this sad occasion.
-B Pope
Kathie Bluejacket
January 20, 2015
Michelle, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. I didn't know your Dad but I know how you stepped up to make your Dad as comfortable as possible and you were there for him. I know your Dad is watching down from heaven and is very proud of you.
Pat Bickford
January 17, 2015
Michelle, My heartfelt sympathy in the passing of father. I'll always love and miss my big brother. Please keep in touch. Your loving aunt, Pat.
Gene Bickford
January 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your father, Michelle. Our prayers will be with you and father
January 17, 2015
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your father, Michelle. From what Ralph tells me, he could not have had a more devoted and caring daughter. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Millie Beuc
Mark Wunder
January 13, 2015
On behalf of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, I extend our deepest sympathy. Frank's name will be inscribed on our next Chalice that will be given to a priest or diocese in need of such a vessel. May he rest in peace. Mark Wunder, Faithful Navigator, James W Gibbons Assembly of the 4th Degree.
Randy Pech
January 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
LK Stevenson
January 12, 2015
My sincerest condolences.
Christpher Savidge
January 12, 2015
You are in our thoughts and prayers Michelle.
Ralph Beuc
January 12, 2015
My condolences on his passing. May he find peace at the end of his long struggle.
Amy Savidge
January 12, 2015
It was lovely to finally get to meet Frank. He was classy, friendly and gracious. You have my love, sympathy and prayers.
Edward Rinehart
January 12, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I will miss him greatly. He was very good to my Aunt Dorothy and was loved by all of our family. Rest in peace my friend.
Barbara Montgomery
January 11, 2015
I helped Frank with his banking business for many years. Always enjoyed our talks. May Frank rest in peace.
Pat Yee
January 10, 2015
Hi Michelle, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care and call anytime.
January 10, 2015
My condolences to the Kinney family and friends. May the hope found at Hosea 13:14 bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Woor Pardo
January 9, 2015
My Deepest sympathies to Michelle Marie Kinney, may you be strong thru these hard times and always remember the good times and the great memories you had with you family. I enjoyed spending time with your father, he was a very distinguishing gentleman, a pleasure to be with, thank you for given me the opportunity to meet him, I'm sure he is surrounded by his angels, may God Bless him.
Bertie Wymore
January 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss but so glad he was in Colorado and so close to you.
Pete McClure
January 9, 2015
Michelle, I'm so sorry for your loss. I always remember the good times our families shared when I think of your dad. You are in my thoughts.
richard mack
January 9, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Michelle, his 'care-taker' for many years...Shalom...RIP...
January 9, 2015
May the God of tender mercies comfort you and your family in the days ahead.
January 8, 2015
Please accept my condolences. May God Almighty give you the strength to endure until his promises are fulfilled.
Psalms 37:29
Hattie Osborne
January 8, 2015
DRAW CLOSE TO GOD AND HE WILL DRAW CLOSE TO YOU.My SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
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