Mrs. Eunice Mays, 81, of Herrin died at 6:00 AM, Thursday, August 29, 2002 at Shawnee Christian Nursing Home in Herrin.
She was born September 12, 1920 in Makanda to William & Mary (Dillow) Gregg. She married Howard Mays on October 2, 1936 in Herrin. He preceded her in death on November 14, 1963. She was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church in Herrin.
Survivors include:
Mr. Jack Mays & wife Elizabeth of Herrin, IL-Son
Mr. Johnnie Mays of Marion, IL-Son
Mrs. Judy Walker & husband Kenneth- Herrin- Daughter
Eugene Gregg of Herrin, IL-Brother
James & wife Nadine Gregg- Herrin- Brother
Seven Grandchildren
Twelve Great Grandchildren
Several-Nieces & Nephews
Her parents, husband, three daughters, three sons, one brother, and one sister preceded her in death.
The funeral service will be held Saturday, August 31, 2002, at 11:00 AM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home. Rev. Kenny Shelton will officiate. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the hour of service Saturday at the funeral home. For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.