U.S. Army · United States 
Dick Donald McKinney
1972
Dick D. McKinney served the U.S. Army for 2 years. Dick served in World War II.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Deputy Marshal Dick McKinney was shot and killed during a robbery attempt on 11th Avenue, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He had just left the federal office building when he encountered a group of men who robbed him at gunpoint and then stole his wallet. As Deputy Marshal McKinney attempted to take action one of the men opened fire on him with a .22 caliber handgun, striking him in the heart. He was able to drive himself to the hospital but died a short time after arriving. Deputy Marshal McKinney had served with the United States Marshals Service for 10 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1944 – 1946
Conflicts
World War II
Also Served
United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service
Deputy U.S. Marshal
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