Jimmie "Jim" Lee Kinney

Memorial services for Jimmie “Jim” Lee Kinney, 90, of Wilson, are scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Alexander Gray Funeral Home Chapel in Wilson, with Rev. Mike Johnston officiating. Inurnment service will follow at Hewitt cemetery. 

Jim was born March 10, 1934, at Oilton, OK, to the late Mr. Cecil Lee Kinney and Mrs. Alma (Shuey) Kinney. He departed this life Monday, February 10, 2025, at Ardmore, OK.

Jim was raised in his hometown, where he attended school and proudly graduated with the class of 1952. His pursuit of education led him to further studies at Tulsa Business College and ultimately the University of Oklahoma, where he focused on Pharmacy. On June 12, 1956, he married the love of his life, former Ms. JoAnn Gray, in a ceremony held at the Freewill Baptist Church in Oilton. Together, they were blessed with two wonderful children, Michael and Renata.  In the spirit of service, Jim enlisted in the Army, where he served honorably for three years. During his time in the military, Jim was stationed at Brook Army Medical Center to attend medical laboratory school, before being stationed at 98 General Hospital in Neubruke, Germany, where he spent two and a half years. After his honorable discharge, Jim and his family settled in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for five years, where he began his career as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.  In 1964, the Kinney family moved to San Angelo, Texas, a place that became their home for many years. Jim dedicated himself to his work as a medical laboratory technologist, contributing his expertise to numerous private doctors’ offices. He later joined Quest Diagnostics, where he worked tirelessly until his retirement in 1999. His commitment to his profession was recognized through his active involvement in the Texas State Society of American Medical Technology, where he earned numerous accolades at both state and national levels.  In 2012, Jim and JoAnn moved to Wilson, OK, where they continued to build cherished memories together. Outside of his professional life, Jim was an avid sports fan, passionately supporting the Dallas Cowboys and the Oklahoma Sooners.  Jim and JoAnn traveled to all 50 states, with many of those states visited more than once.  They loved to travel and explore but out of all the trip's, his favorite was their visit to the Yellowstone National Park. Jim's life was characterized by his deep love for his family, dedication to his career, and enthusiasm for the simple joys of life. He leaves behind a lasting impact on all those who knew him, remembered for his kindness, hard work, and steadfast spirit. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who will carry his memory in their hearts forever.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Cecil and Alma; sister, Shirley Tolsom; children, Renata Pinkston and Michael Kinney; parents-in-law, Oscar Lee Gray and Elizabeth Ann “Lizzie” (Jones) Gray; sisters-in-law, Ima Jewel Simmons and Bonnie Hodges; brothers-in-law, O.L. Gray and Jimmy Lee Gray.

Survivors include his loving wife, JoAnn of the home; granddaughters, Karli Bland and husband Stone, and Brooke Leigh Fox; great grandchildren, Kaylee Fox and Mason Fox;  5 cousins; 2 grand nieces; 1 grand nephew; sister-in-law, Carolyn McKinnon; brothers-in-law, Danny Gray and wife Sharon, Richard Gray and wife Darlene, Roger Gray and wife Deloris; special friend, Robert Plott; numerous nieces, nephews, other family, and many friends.

Honorary bearers are his great nephews, Jaron Gray, Jeremiah Gray, Deremy Gray, Peyton Luke Gray, and Creedence Gray.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.alexandergrayfh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Oklahoma Veterans Center in Ardmore for the activities department in Jim’s memory by mailing a check to 1015 S Commerce St. Ardmore, OK 73401.