It is with great sadness that I announce the sudden passing of my dear father, Robert William McKinley.<\/p>\n
Dad was an extraordinary father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A successful municipal attorney and land developer, he built a lasting legacy in both Ottawa, Canada, and Florida, where he enjoyed his winters for over 15 years.<\/p>\n
With a sharp legal mind and a deep passion for thoughtful development, Dad was a strong advocate for his community. He actively participated in rural township meetings, championing land use plans that respected and enhanced the character of the communities he served. He earned both his\u00a0Master of Business Administration\u00a0and his\u00a0Law Degree\u00a0from the University of Ottawa \u2014 a testament to his dedication to learning and excellence.<\/p>\n
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dad had a zest for life and a wide array of passions. He was an avid golfer, a lifelong sports enthusiast, and loved to fish and spend quality time with family. His creative spirit showed in countless ways: he had a unique eye for fashion and design, often decorating model homes, crafting jewelry, collecting fine wines, and cooking with flair.<\/p>\n
He is predeceased by his mother Dorothy McKinley, his father, Percy McKinley and his brother Bruce McKinley.<\/p>\n
He will be remembered by Murielle McKinley with whom he shared many years. His brother Barton McKinley, his daughters\u00a0Liane McKinley and Alison McKinley, his adopted son Jamie Proulx, his granddaughters\u00a0Jessica Sleeman\u00a0and\u00a0Brianna Sleeman, his grandsons, Ty Baroudi & Cole Baroudi, and his great-grandchildren\u00a0Levi, Clark, Dallas, and Rory.<\/p>\n
As per his family\u2019s wishes, a private ceremony and celebration of life will be held. If you wish to honor Robert\u2019s memory, please consider a donation to your local\u00a0Dementia Society\u00a0or\u00a0Alcoholics Anonymous\u00a0branch in his name \u2014 causes that held meaning for him and his journey.<\/p>\n
He will be forever remembered for his brilliance, his bold spirit, his unmatched smile, and his unwavering love for his family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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