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Ralph DONALD Kinney

1957-2021

Ralph DONALD Kinney
After a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer, R. Donald Kinney passed away peacefully on March 4, 2021 at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital. He was born on April 5, 1957 in Harvey, NB, son of the late Donald and Shirley (Speight) Kinney.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a younger brother Dwayne.

Don is survived by his spouse Elaine; siblings Donna Johnston (Bill), Ann Kinney, Linda Scott (Terry) and Jimmy Kinney (Sherry); a sister-in-law Monica Hood (George); several nieces and nephews.

In his early years, Don owned and operated McAdam Insurance Services. During these years, he met many people and his outgoing personality working with people led him to politics, where he served as MLA for York until 2003.

His entrepreneurial skills and love of billiards led him to pursue and operate Racks where he met and made many friends. He later worked at carpentry in Alberta and Saskatchewan before retiring.

The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at Saint John Regional Oncology and also 4SE Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital during his stay there. A special thank you to Dr. Frances MacDougall whose extra care and kind words were very much appreciated.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

For those who wish to make a donation in memory of Don, the family has suggested the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements by Flewelling Funeral Home, Nackawic, NB www.flewellingswan.com