Benjamin Franklin McKinley's obituary , Passed away on March 30, 2025 in Seattle, Washington

Benjamin Franklin McKinley

July 1, 1962 - March 30, 2025 (62 years old)

Seattle, Washington

Benjamin Franklin McKinley's obituary , Passed away on March 30, 2025 in Seattle, Washington
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Benjamin Franklin McKinley

July 1, 1962 - March 30, 2025 (62 years old)

Seattle, Washington

Benjamin Franklin McKinley Obituary

The memory of Benjamin Franklin McKinley (Seattle, Washington), born in Wayne, Pennsylvania, who passed away on March 30, 2025 at the age of 62, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Benjamin Franklin McKinley to pay them a last tribute.

Though Benjamin Franklin may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Benjamin Franklin touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his father William Goldstein. He is survived by: his wife Jackie Gayan; his children, Bryce Gayan and Keira Gayan; his mother Judith Rogers; his siblings, Adam Goldstein (Cheryl), Dan Goldstein (Yukari) and Laura Hayes; and his stepmother Lili Goldstein. He is also survived by 17 nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 29th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Sunset Bay Lodge at the Elks Club (6411 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107).



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June 29

Celebration of life

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunset Bay Lodge at the Elks Club
6411 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107

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