Cody Allen Kinney

December 19, 1990 - June 5, 2017
Cody Allen Kinney


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Cody Allen Kinney, age 26, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Wilmington, North Carolina on Monday, June 5, 2017.

He was born on December 19, 1990 in Lancaster, Ohio, to Wendy Funkhouser and Steve Kinney.

He was a 2009 graduate of Eugene Ashley High School. Cody was a passionate writer and culinary artist, who loved to share his creations with his family and friends. He was a friend to all who knew him and had an infectious laugh that will never be forgotten.

He is survived by his parents, Wendy Funkhouser and Steve Kinney; maternal grandparents, Sharon and Jim Funkhouser; paternal grandmother, Ruth Kinney; brother, Tyler Kinney; aunt, Sherry (Brad) Weaver; aunt, Sonya (Ed) Chaffin; aunt Sharon (John) Fetherolf; cousins, James, Amanda, & Aaron (Lori) Weaver, Ashtyn & Justin Chaffin, J.T. (Katrina) & Christina Fetherolf; and his girlfriend, Gretta. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, John Kinney; and great-grandmother, Thelma Scott.

The celebration of life will be on June 17,2017 at 10:00 AM , at Cross Roads Church at River Valley Mall, 1635 River Valley Circle South. Lancaster, Ohio 43130.

“As long as I live in your hearts, I’ll have a home.” – Cody Kinney

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S.41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099.


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  • June 10, 2017
    Steve Floyd says:
    To the family and loved ones of Cody Allen Kinney, I am so sorry for your loss. God offers comfort to those who grieve, too, at 2 Corinthians 1:2-4. Then he makes some amazing promises in John 11:24, 25 and Revelation 21:1-4. I hope that when you read these in your Bible that they will bring you comfort. (JW. ORG) sTEVE

  • June 10, 2017
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  • June 11, 2017
    Delores Smith says:
    Cody we met at uncw in 2010 where we build a friendship,working at Dunkin' Donuts together. It saddens me that you are gone so soon but I know there is a god&his will always have a way. Rest in paradise my friend!!!

  • June 12, 2017
    Julie Logue says:
    I'm so very sorry for your loss.

  • June 12, 2017
    Kassidy Adams says:
    Cody is my brother it may not have been blood but he has been in my life since. Ive been two years old he's always treated me like a sister I miss our late night talks on facebook he told me to never give up I always looked up to him and my sister Cody and me picked on each other a lot but I'd do anything for him I'm gonna miss him so much I love you fly high brother

  • June 12, 2017
    Bill Williams says:
    I taught Cody at Myrtle Grove. He was also a member of our Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He was always so passionate and truly cared about people. He is being held now by his perfect Father in Heaven. Prayers for your peace and strength.

  • June 12, 2017
    Casey and Willie Kinney lit a candle:
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  • June 14, 2017
    Sheila L. Youngblood says:
    Dear Wendy I knew your precious son for as long as I knew you! He was like family! I even helped take care of him while I worked at the Grove. My heart simply breaks for you and as a Mother, there are no comforting words other than to say that if you need to talk, I am only a phone call, Facebook message away. Time will never heal this, I don't care what anyone says. I did counseling for EMS, but your coping skills ARE what is important. Please stay in touch and reach out to all that love and care about you, including me. Your baby will be missed! Sheila

  • December 05, 2020
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