Johnny McKay

Johnny McKay was born to Charlie and Julie McKay April 02, 1944, in Franklinton, Louisiana. He was the youngest of seven children and was spoiled rotten by his parents and siblings. He graduated from Washington Paris High School where he played basketball and excelled in his studies. Growing up and even through adulthood he loved all sports, but his true love was golf.

In 1963 Johnny moved to California for a better life and more opportunities. On June 27, 1965, Johnny married his beautiful wife Lucy Jean and to this union four children were born Johnny Terell McKay, Charles Andre McKay, Kathy Terese McKay, and Sheronda Lakeia McKay. He loved his family and he truly enjoyed taking us on camping trips, fishing, amusement parks and playing golf with his sons. When we were altogether, he was in his happy place telling stories about his youth, sharing his wisdom, and laughing and loving every moment spent with his family.

Johnny was always a hardworking man over his career he worked at Buffum’s Department store, Apex Companies, Max Factor, Hughes Aircraft and UCLA where he retired. He worked tirelessly for his family until he lost his sight due to diabetes.

Johnny joined Gospel Memorial C.O.G.I.C under the leadership of Bishop Joe L. Ealy where gave his life to the Lord and served his church faithfully as usher for many years. While living in Las Vegas he joined Restoration Church under the leadership of Pastor Romone Jones where he was affectionately known as “Dec” by the members until his untimely death.

On February 02, 2022, my beloved husband and our beloved father was called home to receive his eternal reward. He was preceded in death by his great-grandson Kobe B. McKay in 2021. Those who remain to cherish his memory and be inspired by the life he lived are his wife Lucy Jean McKay. His children Johnny T. McKay (Tanai McKay), Charles A. McKay, Kathy T. Acevedo (Carlos Acevedo) and Sheronda L. Relf (Damon Relf). Grandchildren Charles A. McKay Jr., DeJeanne L. Boyd (Corey Boyd), Mikaylah McKay, Jyrah Relf, Terell McKay, Damon Relf II, and Andre Jones. Great Grandchildren Arielle Boyd, Israel Boyd, Charlie McKay, Soul McKay, Burgundy Jones and grand dog Benzo Relf. His sister Marie Taylor and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A memorial service for Johnny will be held Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Palm Northwest Mortuary, 6701 North Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89131.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmnorthwest.com for the McKay family.