Barbara I. McKinnon, 90, of Taylorville, IL, passed away on May 4, 2023, in Taylorville, surrounded by her loving husband and children. Barb was born on November 6, 1932, in Quincy, IL, the daughter of Albert Henry “Jack” and Elda Lorene “Boots” (Freshwater) Johnson. She married William Robert “Bill” France on June 29, 1950, in Lewistown, IL. He preceded her in death on September 25, 1986. Barb later married Robert McKinnon on April 1, 1989, in Taylorville.
Barb is survived by her husband, Robert; children, William France of Taylorville, Michael Jack (Janet C.S.) France of Waynesville, MO, Stephanie Diane (John) O’Bryan, Lisa Lorene Moses (Jim Jones) of Taylorville, Robert Geoffery France (John Madera) of Norwalk, CT; eleven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Marsha (Paul) Martynowski of Taylorville, Donna Rae Miller of Edinburg, Robert James McKinnon of Riverton, daughter-in-law, Terri France, son-in-law, Randy Swiney; eight step-grandchildren and twelve step great-grandchildren; sister, Peggy Joyce White and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Barb is preceded in death by her parents; first husband, William France; son, Forrest Randall France; daughter, Laura Elizabeth Swiney; one grandchild, three great-grandchildren, one brother, James “Bill” Johnson, and one sister, Jacquline Cobb.
For many years, Barb was employed with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to raising her seven children, she also worked at some of Taylorville’s favorite institutions over her years, including Frank’s IGA, Alma Plastics, Ray’s Place, and Harold Mansfield Oil Co. During the 90’s Barb and her husband, Bob, operated their own business, B&B concessions, traveling to many area celebrations and events. During the winters, Barb and Bob enjoyed spending winters in South Texas with family and friends.
A private family graveside service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials in Barb’s name may be made to the American Heart Association or The National Kidney Foundation.
Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville has been entrusted with arrangements.
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