
McKINNON – Jeffery Norman, 31, of Milton, Queens County, passed away suddenly in August 2017 in Red Deer, AB.
Born in Halifax, Jeff was a son of Robert and Vicky (Whynot) McKinnon of Milton.
Jeff was a forestry/silver culture technician in Nova Scotia and worked for BMI at Michelin before moving to Alberta where he became a heavy equipment operator. Jeff enjoyed hunting, fishing, canoeing, woodsmen competitions and Nova Scotia Guides Meets. Above all else, Jeff loved spending time with his family.
Surviving besides his parents are his sister Robin and his brother Robert Jr., both at home, his brother Jason in Hinton, AB.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A private family graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. No flowers, donations may be made to the IWK-Grace Hospital, Halifax. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlewrsfuneral.com
Offer Condolence for the family of McKinnon; Jeffery Norman

Shelley( Whynot) Mansfield
Vicky and family: Thinking of you all at this sad time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Trudy. Matthew and family
So sorry for your loss. Jeff was one of the nicest people we knew. Our hearts crushed when we heard about his passing.
Nick minard
So sorry to hear about Jeff’s sudden passing. I always liked Jeff, great guy, easy going and good to get along with. My sincerest condolences to the family…
Thelma Macleod
Dear Robert, Vicky & Family
I was terribly shocked to here about Jeffery. I remember when my son (Nick Minard) used to go up to your house and play. I was so shocked when Nick told me what happened. I can’t even imagine how you all feel today. I know I felt really sad. All you can do now, is remember all the good times you had. I’m sure Jeffery will be remembered by all. May god bless you and help to heal the pain and loss.
Thelma Macleod
Sherri
Vicky and Family, sorry for your loss, our condolences are with you at this difficult time .
Brittany Weaver
To Robert, Vicki, Robbie, Jason and Robin our deepest condolences.
From Brittany and Jaida Weaver
haley risser
Jeff was a very loving person and he got along well with others. He will be missed by a lot of family and friends
Barbara and David Weaver
To Robert, Vicki, Robbie, Jason and Robin. Our deepest condolences.
Barbara and David weaver
Willard and Peggy Woodworth
Richard,Vicki and family,
So sorry to hear about Jeff.Thinking of you at this sad time.
Dianne Wamboldt
Thinking of the family at this difficult time. My heart felt sympathy to all of you.
Cathie Pearl--Wentzell
Dear Vicki, Robert & Family.
I am so sorry to learn about Jeff. May your memories bring you comfort. Condolences.
Todd davis
I’m so sorry to hear. I can remember the day I got his job at Hopkins Construction he was so pumped. Jeff whs so kind and a heart nobody could replace. I’m so sorry for ur loss. He will b heavily missed by many many people. Take care.
Charlotte & Jennifer Parks
So sorry and shocked to hear about Jeffrey’s passing… my and Jen’s thoughts and prayers are with you all… he will always be in you hearts amd memories… never forgotten and always loved… hugs to you all from both of us…
Pam and reg miller
We are so sorry to hear of your son’s passing deepest condolences to you all.
Pat and Jack Chandler
Rob, Vicky and family…..So shocked and saddened to hear this tragic news. Our hearts ache for your loss.
Debbie and Terry Smith
My heart aches for you. Our deepest condolences. Thinking of you and the family at this sad time.
Carolyn Fisher
I am so sorry to hear about his passing he was a very nice guy and was always kind and friendly to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bill and Anna Cox
Robert Vicky and family
We are so sorry to learn of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are for you at this sad time.
Merv & Bernadett Hartlen
Robert, Vicky and Family, sorry to hear about Jeff. There can’t be anything so bad as losing a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lana and Paul Bowers
Sincere condolences to the family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Matthew Weaver
To Vicky, Robert and Family,
I am very saddened and sorry to hear about Jeff’s sudden passing. I will never forget all the good times Jeff, Jason, Robbie and myself had together. Whether it be out somewhere fishing or just out in the woods somewhere. I spent alot of my childhood down at your house helping the boys with the barn work or just hanging around.
He will definitley be missed by everyone.
Christopher Plummer
So sorry for your loss McKinnon family. He was a great friend and a great person. He had a loving heart that will be missed by so many. Hold on to all the memories we have with Jeffery. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Erin Ingram
To Vicki and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all at this time.
Vivie
For a dearly loved Nephew
A nephew eyes has gone forever
His smile, his laugh, his face
Where once he stood, before us
A lone picture takes his place.
Gone to soon, a fine young man
From here, your place of birth
I can’t believe that this is real
That you no longer walk this earth.
Reality is, I know it’s true
But still I can’t believe
A fine young man with so much life
Really had to leave.
We loved you from your time of birth
We watch you grow and learn
My nephew, we shall meet again
When it’s time to return.
~~ Author Toni Kane~~
Love: Aunt Vivie
Stephen and Marilyn Anthony
Sorry for your loss
Paul Lloyd
My deepest sympathies to your family.
Richard and Sharon Roy
We are so sorry to hear of Jeffery passing deepest condolences to you all.
Lindsay MacLeod Lavender
From Kindergarten through to Graduation we passed each other in the hallways and made jokes in the passing. I can hear your laugh like it was yesterday. Letting your close friends and Family know we are thinking of them. Rest easy Jeff. You will be missed but memories last forever. Xo The Lavender’s
Jessica Langille
Robert, Vicki, Robbie, Robin, and Jason.
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was always a great friend to me and an all around great guy. He will be so missed by so many.
Sending my condolences to your family
Matthew
So sorry to hear about his passing, he was a truly great guy to be around, he will be missed by everyone
Diane & Aubrey Coombs
McKinnon family,
So sorry for your loss, sending our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Janet macnutt
Robert Vickie and Family so sorry for your loss, words cannot express my feelings. My prayers are with you. Love Janet Alex and Liam
Brad & Jennifer
To Robert and family
We are so very sorry for the loss of your son Jeffery. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time
Patty Peach
Vicky & family. I am lost for words. Jeff was friends with Colin & Cory & Bobby. He was a great guy and our hearts are with him & his family at this sad sad time. Remember all the good times with a smile. God Bless
The family…RIP Jeff
Holly gohier
Vicki and family
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tonya, Matthew and family
sorry to hear my heart is with the Mckinnon family at this hard time, Jeff was a great guy thoughts and prayers are with you all
Maddie Langille
I am very sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was a great guy and a great friend. He always knew how to make everyone laugh and could certainly light up any room with his presence.
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Duncan MacIsaac
Dear McKinnon Family,
It is with shock and sympathy that we read about the loss of Jeffery. May your fond memories help you to cope with this devastating loss.
With sincere and heartfelt condolences,
Duncan & Goretti MacIsaac
Robert and Rachel Dexter
So saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ashley Mckinnon
Rip cousin Jeff,sure going to miss your laughter and smile,you are pain free,rest easy cuz until we meet again,I’m here for you vicky,Robert,robin,and jason
Mike & Sylvia Langille
To Jeff’s family,
So sorry for your loss! Take care and God Bless!
Eugene and Tammy Ingram
To Vicky , Robert and family
Our hearts break for you at this time ,please hold memories dear ! Thinking of everyone!
David and Bonnie Hatt
So sorry to hear about Jeffery.There is so little anyone can say.Just know that your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember his great smile.
Bertha Foster
thinking about you at this sad time-Bertha, Ashley and Ryan Smith
Candace grant
So sorry for your loss thinking of you guys, at this difficult time
Lloyd & Barbara Naugler
Robbie & Vickie & Family :;Lloyd & I are in shock over this sad news. He was such a nice young man ,This is such a difficult time for you all .we send our deepest sympathy to you all .Remember him with Love & he will always be with you . lloyd & Barb
Lynn Lavender
Dear Vicki and family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son Jeff.Take care.
Cindy & Buckey Mooers
We are very sorry for your loss.
Brenda Dexter&Barry Whynot
Vickie, Robert I am so sorry to read of Jeff’s passing. my heart goes out to u and the family, I know u r a tight family . My deepest condolences
Rose Roy
Please except my condolences and sincere sympathy in the passing of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are wth you all at this sad time.
Laura Bolivar
Robert, Vicky and family, so sorry to hear about this it was truly unbelievable. Sending our sincere condolences at what has to be a very difficult time, keep his smile and memories close and know we are thinking of you all. Wayne and Laura Bolivar
Myles and Angie Whynot
Robert ,Vicky, Robbie , Robin and Jason
Our love , thoughts and prayers are with you . God Bless you all
Debbie J Wamboldt
Prayers for peace in everyone’s hearts, Jeff was a wonderful young man .
Joanne and Donald uhlman
We are so sad to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers for your family.
Crystal and Calvin Brannen
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Debbie/ Gene Wamboldt
Robert , Vicky and family
so sorry to hear of your loss. you are in our prayers and thoughts
Paula Thorburne
Vicki and family
Sorry to hear of the passing of your son .Thinking of you all at such a sad time
Caitlin (Parlee) Nickerson
Thinking of you Vicky, Robert, and family. Jeff was such a great guy, always so kind. I have nothing but good memories of him through school.
Judi Maillett
To the McKinnion family, so sorry to see that Jeffery passed. Always enjoyed watching him in the competitions at Hibernia. He will be missed. Keep your memories close in your heart. Thinking of you all in my prayers & thoughts.
pamela whalen
dear vicky robert and family i am in shock over the loss of your son and brother please except our sincere sympathy and hugs to you all
pamela whalen
dear vicky robert and family so sorry for your loss
Bernie Weare
So very sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was a great person.
Thinking of you.
Bernie Weare and family
Rodney Fisher
sorry to hear about the passing of your son. i will be thinking of you when we worked together, each time there is work.
Angela Dixon
Vicky and Robert I am so sorry to hear about your son. No one should ever have to lose a child. Praying for you and your family
Donna West
Very saddened and shocked to hear of Jeffrey’s passing. I fondly remember him as a sweet little guy in Grade 1. My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very difficult time.
Kim (Ingram) Kook
Vicky and family.
I’m so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. My sincere condolences to your family.
Linda & Raymond Wentzell
Dear Vicki, Robert & family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your dear son & brother, Jeffery.
Our hearts go out to you. Please accept our prayers and deepest sympathy.
Linda & Raymond Wentzell
Jackie and Ricky Mansfield
To Vicky Robert and family our deepest condolences I remember Jeff in kindergarten crying everytime you left we are sorry for your suffering at a time like this
sandra lowe and basil whynot
Robbie,Vicky and family,
we are so sorry to hear of your loss. to lose a child is more than a parent should have to bare. know that you are in our hearts and prayers at this time
Jeff Miller
I have known this family from teaching in Milton Centennial School! This must be hard on you all! Try to remember the Great Times! This family is a “Strong Close Family ” and Jeffery loved hunting and fishing with them!! Keep those memories!!!
I recall a Christmas Concert where There was a “Magic Act”! It was a hit! My heart goes out to you all!!
Jeff Miller
Donnie and Inez. Shupe
Robbie and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers
Shirley Melansonme
I couldn’t believe my eyes when I read of Jeff’s passing.He was a good person,I remember him well from school.
Robin Sperry
Sorry for your lost .sending prayers to the family.
jason&jennifer whynot
To. the family, so sorry to hear of jeff’s passing , my he R.I.P
Julie Francis
Thinking about you all at this hard time. Soo sorry for your loss. ❤️
Sam,Doug and Ashlynn Huphman
Sorry for your loss our prayers are with you all at this time.
Catherine Wentzell
To the McKinnon Family,
We are so sorry to have learned of Jeff’s passing.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy and Rollie Wentzell
Great Aunt Mary - Darren Whynot & Lisa Tarr
With heavy hearts we would like to send our deepest sympathy to all the family a life gone way to soon R.I.P Jeffrey xoxoxo
Steve Kempton
Very sorry for your loss, I always thought Jeff was a great guy.
Eldridge/Phyllis whynot&family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracy and Douglas Richards
Vicky and Robert, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. He was a very sweet guy and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Take care of each other, our prayers are with you.
Jim & Fran Gaskell
Dear Robert, Vicky, and family
So, so very sorry for your loss. We watched Jeffery grow from a small boy to a man. Always friendly with a smile, a hello and a wave. Our hearts ache for all of you. There is no hurt deeper than the loss of your child. It feels like your heart dies also. Please know that we are thinking of all of you with great sadness in our hearts.
Stacey Fisher and Jonathan Whynot
Jason, Robbie and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss!
I will never forget Mr. Redmond’s classes in high school, we always had the best time! Jeff was always good for a laugh (many laughs). I remember the jokes and pranks and laughs until our stomachs hurt! Keep the memories close, especially in the days ahead. Please know that Jon and I are thinking of you, your family. Take care
Charlene and Brian Reece
Vicky ,Robert and family so sorry to hear of Jeffreys passing .I can not even begin to imagine the pain you must be feeling it seems so unreal .Hold on to your memories and support one another. We are thinking of you all deepest sympathy Rip Jeff
Valerie Conrad
Vicki and family – I am so very sorry to hear of Jeffery’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jordan and Bella Oickle
Robert,Vicky and family
So sorry to hear of Jeffery ‘s passing . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . R.I.P. Jeffery
Robert & Ashley Legge
We are sorry to hear about Jeffrey, he was a fine boy.
Donna & Dale Peverill
To The McKinnon family. So deeply sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Susan MacLeod
To the McKinnon Family.
I am so sorry to hear about Jeffery. Although I did not know him, from reading the condolences and remarks about what a wonderful person he was, kind and very well liked, it seems like he was the person everyone could call a dear friend. My sincere condolences to you at this very sad time.
Ron & Rose Anthony
Vicky,Robert & Family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you!
Kathi Parlee
Vicky, Robert and family – it was a shock to hear the sad news about Jeff. Our sympathy to you all.
Glenn and Kathi (Harding) Parlee
cynthia and allan wilson
Dear vicki rob and family .So sorry to hear of your sons passing You and your family are in our prayers
Donna and Kirk Whynot
Vicky and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your son. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hugs
Shelley & Kevin Weagle
Heartfelt sympathy to you All.
Suanne&Gordon Sampson
To Vicky, Robert and family
Truly saddened to read of Jeff’s passing.
I can remember teaching him in school, always polite, smiling with such a supportive and active family. Our prayers and sympathy are with you.
danny huskins
To all of Jeff’s family.
I am so sad to hear of Jeffs passing, my thoughts go out to you all.
Roger and Elizabeth Van Norden
So sorry to here of your family loss
Curtis Maillett
Sending Condolences to Jefferys Family. A Life that was ended way too soon. Thinking of you, Curtis & Brendan Maillett.
Judy Hyson
I am so sorry to read about Jeff.He was so young.My condolences to the the family. May he RIP.
The Hatt's
To Jeff’s family,
We have no words to ease your heartache , no parent should face the loss of a child. We pray knowing how many friends that Jeff has made in the short time that he was with you will help as you grieve with both tears & laughter.
God Bless
Zona, Stephen & Steve
Rev. Terry brewer
On behalf of the Milton Baptist Church we wish to offer our prayers and condolences to the McKinnon Family
at this time. Dealing with such a loss is most difficult, so our thoughts are with the family, and if there is anyway we can help, please let us know. May the Lord keep you and provide that comfort and joy to move beyond these moments. Blessings…Pastor Terry Brewer
Cavell Nowe
So sorry for your loss.
Ray & Evey Wolfe
So sorry to hear about Jeff
Brenda Lawrence
Vicky , Robert and family .
So sorry to read about the passing of Jeff.
My heart aches for all of you . Sincere sympathy .
Brenda .
Pam Foley
We’re so sorry for your loss. Brian’s known Jeff since he was a teenager, worked on his vehicles for a time. He was a fine young man. Our prayers are with you.
Gail Huntley
We are so sorry to hear of Jeffrey’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Martin and Gail
David Whynot
To the family of the late Jeffery Mckinnon my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I’d like to send condolences to the Mckinnon family
Monica Roberts
Thinking of you all in this time of sadness.
Monica , Mark
Ashley and John Mcginnis
Robbie,sorry for the loss of your brother,he was one of a kind and surely will be misses
Mike, Darlene &Jennifer Eisnor
So surprised to hear of Jeff’s passing. Thinking of you during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stevi Macintosh
My condolences to the mckinnons, Jeff was a great guy
Connie & Danny Mooers
So sorry to hear of your Son`s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Michelle Lemoyne
So sorry for your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. R.I.P Jeffrey.
Tim McDonald
Robert, Vicky and Family
It is difficult to find the right words to say at such a sad time. Just know you are all in my thoughts and I hope that in time, the sadness and pain will get bit easier. My condolences to all of the family.
John & Debbie Herman.
Vicky, Robert and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Jeffery’s passing…..
Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.
John & Debbie Herman.
Deanna & Frank Oickle &Family
Vicky & Robert & Family, So very sorry for you and your family’s loss, thinking of you all during this difficult time
Kim Risser
Dear Robert, Vicki and Family,
I cannot believe Jeff has passed. I watched him
grow from a beautiful “little guy” into a fine young man.
It was always a pleasure to chat and serve him at my
Corner Store. My deepest sympathy to you and know
you are in my thoughts. Treasure your “Memories”.
“REST IN PEACE” JEFF
Sincerely,
Kim
Peggyand Richard Hatt
Dear Robert ,Vicky and Family ,There are no words to express the pain you must be having losing one of your boys .The world is not right for a child to go first ,Please know that we all share in your grief .You are in our prayers and thoughts .Sincerely Peggy and Richard Hatt and Family and the boys at the Garage
Dale MacDonald
Sorry for your loss, condolences to the McKinnon family.
John and Gail Meisner and family
Dear Vicki, Robert and family,
I was very sad to hear of your loss . Thought s and prayers go out to you all. Try to remnember all the good times. Sincerely,
Barry and Bonnie Francis
So sorry for your loss of your son. Sending prayers and love. Thinking of the family in your time of sadness and sorrow.
Susan and Gary Zinck
Dear Robert , Vickey and family… We watched Jeff grow from a “little boy” to a fine young man over the years at the Junior Guides School and the yearly competitions at Hibernia. Always polite and friendly and such a good sport. Gary and I are thinking of you during this difficult time and all I can say is hang on to all the good memories that you have, it may dull some of the pain that you are feeling right now. Sending hugs, prayers and love to you all.
Susan and Gary Zinck
Melissa
My deepest condolences to your family. Jeff was a kind and friendly man. I will always remember him. Rest In Peace Jeff.
Wayne and Evelyn Fredericks
So sorry to hear this..my condolences to the family…
Muriel and Raymond Whynot
So very sorry to hear of your loss We don,t always understand why these things happen to one who is so young May time help you and your family
Anne MacDonald
Dear Vicki and family ; I am so sorry to hear of your Dear loss…. I’ll always remember giving the boys a few guitar lessons at our home in Milton , during the years I taught Sunday School with them. Taking over Rob’s newspaper route after that . Your beautiful , kind family, I know he loved you all .Jeff waa a Dear Boy with a good heart.Eternal love , now and always .
Love, from Anne MacDonald
Davey & Debi VanTassel
Dear Rob and Vicky we are sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love and prayers,
Davey & Debi VanTassel
Tasha & Dillon Conrad
We are so sorry to hear about Jeff’s passing. We had lots of great times with Jeff and they will never be forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Rest In Peace Jeff.
Joanne Macleod & Tiffany Miller
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We are thinking of the family at this time.
Murray and Donna Rolfe
We are so sadden to hear of your son.Hold the memories close to your Heart and He will always be with you.
Doug and Sherry Archibald
Our heartfelt sympathies to you all at this time of loss. May the many memories that you cherish help you through this sad time and beyond. We will always remember the fun and comraderie from the many canoe races that our families participated in around Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Jeff was a strong,skilled and competitive paddler. The swish of the paddle and the call of “Hut” is our memory.
Doug and Sherry and Family
Patty Whynot
My condolences to the McKinnon family.
Carla Zwicker
So very sad to hear of your loss. Keep your memories close and find comfort in God, who knows your pain and is able to help you bear it. Sincerely, Carla & Tony
Margo Hanley
To all the family: I am so sorry to hear about Jeff’s passing. I know what a close family you are and I’m sure this is tragic to you all. My sincere condolences to you all. Words, I’m sure will not ease the pain, but knowing you have support hopeully will help somewhat. God Bless.
James Metzger
I worked with jeff here in alberta was one of the hardest workers i ever met became one of my close friends help me through some hard times and visa versa he was a true frind through and through and ill miss him alot rest easy my friend love ya little buddy