June (Holton) McKinney

June McKinney (née Holton) passed away  peacefully at her Charlotte home on June 11, 2025. She was nearly 94 years of age. Born in 1931 on the 4th of July, June was the daughter of the late James W. Holton and Winnie Corbin Holton of Wilmington, N.C. 

She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. June was also a dedicated teacher and counselor. She graduated from Atlantic Christian College (now Barton College) with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Later, she returned to UNCC to read for and earned her Master Degree in Counseling. June taught at several schools in Charlotte Mecklenburg County, including Albemarle Road Junior High. She taught in Texas and Florida, as well as, several other locations in North Carolina. Her teaching career spanned over forty years. 

June was a sincerely devoted educator and counselor. She positively influenced the lives of countless students and young people. 

June stayed busy. She was a life-long member of the educational society, Delta Kappa Gamma. She was, also, an active Docent for Historic Rosedale, in Charlotte, for many years. 

While at Atlantic Christian College, June met the love of her life, Morgan McKinney. She and Morgan married in 1954 and began, as June would always say, their 62 year long Love-Story. They enjoyed their church-life, traveling together, and raising their two children, Donna and Mark. 

June is survived by her daughter Donna (of Charleston), son Mark (of Charlotte), grandson Adrian, granddaughter Grace (Vincent), and great-grandchildren Emma, Shaye and Adaleesa.

She is, sadly, predeceased by her beloved grandsons Ryan and Peter White. June is also predeceased by her adored husband Morgan. June is also predeceased by her brothers Jack, Jim and her sister Ruth. 

June is remembered, by all, for her very sweet and caring nature, her bright eyes and a smile to match. Her family and her students will forever be grateful that she was part of our lives. 

A "Celebration of Life"  Service will be held in her honor on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at SouthPark Christian Church.6650 Park South Drive, Charlotte, N.C..There will be an on-site Inurnment, after the service, in the church Columbarium .  *Flowers, memories, poems are welcome.  A High Tea Reception will be held, immediately following, for friends and family, in the adjoining fellowship area. 

Carolina Funeral Service & Cremation Center is entrusted with the arrangements. 

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