Lincoln James McKinley

Lincoln James McKinley obituary, Greenfield, IN

Lincoln James McKinley

Lincoln McKinley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory - Greenfield on Jul. 5, 2025.

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Lincoln James McKinley, 47, of New Palestine, Indiana, passed away on June 20, 2025. He was born January 20, 1978 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to James C. and Cathy D. McKinley. He graduated from New Palestine High School and Butler University before serving two tours of duty as a Captain in the U. S. Marine Corps. He later received his master's degree at Purdue University.
Lincoln was a proud veteran who served his country with resolve. Lincoln had a deep appreciation for music, poetry and storytelling. He had a remarkable way with words and a unique sense of humor.
Lincoln is survived by his three sons, Asaiah, Sage, and Adlai McKinley; his mother; his sisters, Abigayle (Ryan) Hensley and Victoria (Tyrel) Greenwade; nephews Waylon Hensley, Nolan, Weston, Calvin and Trenton Greenwade; one niece, Eileen Hensley; and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Lincoln was preceded in death by his father, Jim McKinley.
His family requests that gifts made in Lincoln's memory be directed to organizations that support veterans, particularly Project Sanctuary.

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