Kenneth Ray Mays

Herrin- Kenneth Ray Mays, 57, of Herrin, passed away at 3:10 PM, Tuesday, January 19, 2011 at Herrin Hospital. Kenneth was born on August 8, 1953 in Herrin to Harold & Judy (Switzer) Mays. He married Linda Bangs on February 25, 1989 in Herrin. She survives of Herrin. He was a US Army Veteran who served during peacetime while stationed in Korea. Once discharged, he worked until retirement as a floor inspector at Maytag in Herrin. He was a member of the Herrin American Legion and VFW as well as a member of Hurricane Baptist Church in Herrin. Survivors include- Wife- Linda Mays of Herrin Son- Adam Mays and fianc Rachel Wiseman of Herrin Daughter- Wanda Bangs of Herrin Daughter- Beth Mays of Atlanta, GA Grandchildren- Joshua Mays, Mia Bangs & Kamden Walker Sister- Janet Sanders & husband Bob of Herrin Several nieces and nephews Dogs- Moochie & Scrappy He was preceded in death by his mother. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 22, 2011 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Rev. Ralph Brandon & Rev. Don Colson will officiate. A time of gathering will be held from 1:00 PM until time of service, Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to the family and will be accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home/ 201 S. 13th St./Herrin, IL 62948.