Mrs. Deandrea B. McKinney, 60, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at her residence in Louisville, KY.
A proud veteran, Mrs. McKinney honorably served four years in the United States Military. She was a dedicated professional whose career reflected her commitment to service and community over the years, she served as a Probation and Parole Officer, was the owner and loan officer of First Premier Mortgage and later worked as Director of Whitney M. Young where she continued to uplift and support others.
She graduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and earned a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Capella University .She was a devoted member of St. Stephens Baptist Church in Louisville and an active member of the Louisville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby Flack Digsby and George E. Digsby; a step-son, Thomas McKinney IV and a step-daughter Tabitha McKinney.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas McKinney,III; four daughters, Danielle Best, Destiny Best- McKinney, Tylisha McKinney and Consuela Jobe; 12 grandchildren, Thomas McKinney,V, Tyler McKinney, Isaiah McKinney, Letyra Wilson, Leroy Wilson, Amaryah Jones, Ian Jones, Lennox Anderson, Trinity Cranford, Kamaria Johnson, Jeffery Johnson, Dominic Johnson; one great grandchild, Liam Wilson; a brother, Ronald Digsby; two sisters, Bridget (Tyrone) Henderson and Robin (William) Rucker; brothers-in-law, Barzel (Brenda) McKinney and Jerome (Melissa) McKinney; sisters-in-law, Julia Burton, Carrie (Oscar) Floyd and Lenora (Eric) Isler.
The funeral will held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Sign of the Dove Church , Radcliff, KY. with Pastor Edward Palmer officiating. Entombment will follow in Louisville Memorial Gardens East.
Visitation at Percell & Sons Funeral Home, Elizabethtown after 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 15, 2026, with Delta Sigma Theta Omega services at 7:00 p.m.
Visitation at Sign of the Dove Church after 10:00 a.m., Saturday morning.
Percell & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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To the McKinney, Howard and Digsby family my condolences and Prayers go out to you. Dee Dee always had a kind and sweet spirit , and such a beautiful smile. I know you going to miss her but just know To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord!! And that's where she is rejoicing with a new body. May the Peace of the Lord comfort you and give you rest in this time of grief. May God Forever Bless you.🙏🏾 Love Y'all ❤️ Alexander Family
She was a guiding light when we bought our first home. She had a sweet spirit and I loved her smile. She will be missed
Mr. McKinney, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for your loss. May God continue to keep you in his care.
My Sincere Condolences to the Family we were Classmates from Hidden Valley Elem, Cochran Jr High and MPHS GRADUATES of the class of 1983. Dee Dee was the sweetest person you could ever meet may her memories be cherished by her family and former Charlotte NC CLASS OF 1983,RIP
Speechless but I'm full of wonderful memories, like skipping school with DeeDee to see her grandma off NTryon (surprising because DeeDee followed rules 🥰) I remember her being so happy when she made cheerleader at Cochrane Jr. High. As we grow older I think of the Gospel song may the works I've done Speak for Me. Deedee's incredible life experiences will continue forever through US. God Bless the family and friends who love her🥰🥰#HughesDriveForever https://youtu.be/twr9-2_IZag
My sincerest thoughts prayers and condolences to this family. I was so sorry to hear of Dee Dee passing. May God strengthen and comfort your hearts. God's blessings and His peace be upon you all. 💜🙏💜
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