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Dallas Williamson Kinley, Jr., affectionately known as "Butch," of 13 Karkin Lane, Mill Hall, Pa., passed away peacefully on Sept. 25, 2026, following a lengthy illness. He was 86 years old.
Born on Aug. 15, 1940, in Lock Haven, Pa., Butch was the son of the late Dallas Williamson Kinley, Sr. and Betty Kinley. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Kinley, who passed away on Oct. 3, 2019, after more than 56 years of marriage, and by his sister, Deanna Taylor.
On May 16, 1963, Butch married the love of his life, Carol. Together they built a home centered on family, faithfulness and unwavering support for one another. Their marriage was a shining example of devotion and partnership, lasting until Carol's passing in 2019.
A 1958 graduate of Bald Eagle-Nittany High School, Butch proudly answered the call to serve his country in the United States Navy, serving in Naval Air from 1958 through 1964. Following his military service, he went on to enjoy a long and successful career of more than 40 years with Hammermill and International Paper Company before his retirement. After his retirement he fulfilled a life-long dream of a college education and he graduated with honors from Pennsylvania College of Technology and then began a new career as a Securities Sales agent in the local area.
Butch was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. His greatest joy came from spending time with his family and celebrating their accomplishments.
He is survived by his son, Dallas Kinley and wife Jennifer, of Chicago, Ill.; his daughter, Amy Cox and husband Dan, of Browns Summit, N.C.; and his daughter-in-law, Pamela Kinley, of Middletown, Del.
He was a proud and loving grandfather to Erika Gee and husband Max, Megan Kinley, Andrew Cox and wife Catherine, Macy Kinley and Lauren Durrell and husband Dylan. His grandchildren treasured their time with "Pap Kinley" and will forever remember his love, encouragement and quick wit.
He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren who delighted in being teased by their "Pappy Butch": Natalie, Brooklynn, Max, Jordyn, Annie, C.J. and Jaxon.
In addition to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, he is survived by his sister, Betty Moyes and husband Steve, of Palm Harbor, Fla.; his sister, Ann Poorman, of Lakeland, Fla.; his brother, Barry Kinley and wife Tina, of Norman, Okla.; and his dear friend, Diane Frazer, of Mill Hall, Pa.
A lifelong outdoorsman, Butch found great happiness hunting and fishing throughout the mountains, forests and streams of central Pennsylvania. He was equally passionate about bowling and was a familiar face at Clinton Lanes, competing in numerous leagues for more than 50 years. Among his proudest accomplishments were the multiple perfect 300 games he rolled during his bowling career. That accomplishment has been brought into question as Butch also claimed to have beaten his son-in-law in golf multiple times over the years which turned out to be not exactly true. It's long been thought that one of Butch's college courses was "Creative Accounting" which may have explained his questionable golf scores.
Sports were another lifelong passion. Butch and Carol rarely missed one of their son Dallas's football games, following him faithfully from youth leagues through his college playing days. Together, they also attended countless local high school and Lock Haven University sporting events over the years, cheering on generations of athletes and enjoying the camaraderie of their community.
Those who knew Butch will remember his strong work ethic, his loyalty to family and friends, his love of the outdoors, his competitive spirit and his playful sense of humor. Whether sharing stories, offering advice or teasing his grandchildren and great-grandchildren with a smile, he left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Butch's family finds comfort in knowing that he is now reunited with Carol, the love of his life, with whom he shared more than five decades of cherished memories. His legacy of love, dedication and laughter will live on through his family and all whose lives he touched.
Funeral Services for Dallas Williamson Kinley Jr. will be held on Friday Oct. 2 2026, 1 p.m. in the Dunnstown United Methodist Church. 59 Church St. Lock Haven, Pa 17745, with Pastor Jack Hocker officiating. Friends and family will be received in the church 1 hour prior to services.
Burial with military honors will follow in the Dunnstown Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Dunnstown United Methodist Church, 59 Church St., Lock Haven, Pa 17745.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gedon Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, LLC 121 W. Main St. Lock Haven, Pa 17745.
Thoughts and memories can be made at the Gedon Funeral Homes Facebook page or www.GedonFuneralHomes.com