of Conway, AR
April 23, 1939 - January 21, 2026
Beneva L McKinley was born in Quitman, Arkansas, on April 23, 1939, to the late Charlie and Hazel Swafford Goff.
She is also precedent in death by her husband of 65 years, Tommy McKinley, her son, Jackie Don McKinley and her great grandbaby, Brianna Nichols.
Beneva enjoyed her flowers, spending time with her children, friends and her church, First Free Will Baptist of Conway. She was employed at Conway Human Development Center for 32 years until she retired, and then at Conway Ramada Inn for five years.
She is survived by her children, Patricia Ann Betzinger, Charlena Kay Nichols, Tonya Marie Massery, Terry Neil McKinley and Troy Eudene McKinley. Her grandchildren, Lisa McKinley, Daniel Frost, Kassie Frost, Alex Rosales, Amber Rosales, Brandy Mifflin, Jessica Nichols, Cody Massery, Connor Massery, and Victoria Massery. She is also survived by great grandchildren, Katherine Day, Remi Dixon, Blaine Davidson and McKayla Davidson.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas, followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. Brother Tim Harris will officiate. Burial will follow at Pearson Cemetery near Quitman, Arkansas.
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11 Condolence(s)
Rebecca Wofford
Friday, January 30, 2026
Sorry for you loss.our prayers are with you.God give them peace and comfort during this time
Teresa Buckley
Friday, January 30, 2026
Aunt Beneva was one of the kindest women, with the biggest heart that I've ever known. She was the heart of her family and friend to so many. I loved my visits to Conway where I got to see all of my family there and one of the things I'll always remember about seeing Uncle Tommy and Aunt Beneva was the laughter and fun we had there. I will always remember her beautiful smile and that light in her eyes that nothing seemed to be able to diminish.
Dear family, I will be with you in spirit and in my prayers. Praying for you to feel that unexplainable peace that comes from God carrying you. I love you all♥️🙏
Connie Halter
Monday, January 26, 2026
I will miss my sister in law! She was more like my sister to me. She was like the sunshine in my life. I always looked forward to visits with her and the family. I know she is now with Jackie and the rest of her family gone home before her. Rest in peace my sister- I will never forget you!!!
Marvin and Becky Wendel
Monday, January 26, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family during this time .
Mike Gajeski
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Troy and family,
I'm sorry for loss of your mother, she was the motar that held family together now she up there walking hand in hand with your dad and Jackie. she is no longer in pain and she is healed.
My god be with family in the coming days and help guide you.
Mike Gajeski
Susan Davidson
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Prayers for all of this family.
Patti Satterwhite Reynolds
Saturday, January 24, 2026
My sincerest condolences to the family.
Debbie
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Troy and family. I’m so sorry hear about your mom. She sure liked when I would send sweets home for her. She was a wonderful woman and Troy Thank you for bringing her to meet. I’m Praying for you all. Debbie Lipscomb
Dorothy and Fred Morlan
Saturday, January 24, 2026
I’m so sorry 😢 to hear about Beneva. But no more pain and a new body. Loved her and family so very much! May God hold you all so close and comfort you all!!! Love 💕 and prayers. Fred Dorothy Morlan. Sue Yancey.
Steven Elliott
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Troy, Trish, and Charlena, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. I knew her from working at CHDC, and she was loved by everybody. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May God comfort you all.
Steven Horton
Friday, January 23, 2026
My deepest condolences to the McKinley family. Remembering the early days of growing up stopping by visiting while hanging around the park. She was a sweet heart! Mrs. McKinley is now with Mr. McKinley and Jackie! My heart and prayers go out to the McKinley family!