Dad, we sure do miss you! And we are getting nasty weather today (3/10/2022) and it made us kids all think of what you always said: 
"to watch the bridges; yep, yep, the bridges." 

Elder Bro May's you were a soldier in the army of God. A true gentleman and a Great example. You will be missed greatly. God called you home said you have fought your battle and kept the faith Come on home . Until we meet again Get with my Dad and tell him I'm coming home this place is not my home. I'm sure yall will have some stories to share. Prayers for your family and for your Angelic wife Elder Sister May's I love y'all. 

Uncle Kenneth became my uncle in 1983 when I married Sam Hampton. He was immediately my favorite uncle! He always made me feel like part of his family and welcomed me with a smile and open arms. Although we lived miles apart, I always felt the love and prayers of Uncle Kenneth and Aunt Francis. I count it as a blessing to call them family and look forward to the best family reunion someday in heaven.  I’m grateful that he finished his race with dignity and grace, a magnificent testament to his walk with God, but I will miss him very much!

Kenneth Mays, my Father-in-law, was one of the greatest man I have every met, he always had a smile and a story for anyone who would take time to listen. 
One of the things that really stood out to me, was no matter how tired or how bad he was feeling, he made sure to help my "favorite" Mother-in-law get her coat on and he always would hold the door open for her no matter where they were, whether out in the public or just arriving at home, he made sure "Lady Bird" his wife was always taken care of, what an example of a real Gentleman.

I'll never forget when his vision got so bad that he couldn't get his drivers license renewed, he was very upset (who wouldn't be?), we had stopped by their house to visit with them, I asked him how he was doing, he replied "not good!", I went and sat down across from him with open ears and let him get out what was on his mind, once he was finished, I simply asked him a question "Dad, how is it that you and your family ended up in Kansas?" 

I will never forget it, he sat back in his recliner, looked me strait in the eyes, then a smile came across his face and he began telling me about the railroad and that they had offered him a position he couldn't refuse, with his eyes a glowing, I sat there for an hour hearing all about his life.

Dad Mays, I will miss your friendship and smile and all of the stories. I know that you are in a better place, no more suffering, but still, I will miss you very much.

Love, 
Dave Hilton (Square-D)

Uncle Kenneth ... where do I start? You were such a classy, respectable man. Never a question about your priorities. Leading by example, living right, being a loving and devoted husband and father, and showing genuine love to others, always putting others first and taking the end of the line for yourself. I will forever cherish your gently spoken words of wisdom. Thank you for every memory you shared. You are truly my favorite. Thank you for taking the time to get me those Rose of Sharon seed. I’ll be putting those in soil this weekend and think of you as I enjoy their growth. I love you! You remind me of my mama in so many ways. You are leaving a big hole in my heart. I’m sure going to miss you.

A wonderful loving caring gentleman!!! Never forget how he always treated me with respect.. A great wife and family many great times shared with you all..You are all In my thoughts & prayers

So hard to write my memories of such a good man , when there are many memories that I have of this man    .  A true pillar for my life.   So often he was very quiet, not being put up front , not tooting his horn .  But boy could he make me smile when I didn’t feel much  like to.    His many antedocts, his stories  of back in the day!  Loved them !!   A recent memory of him that showed his care and compassion ,  The weather was very cold, wind bitter. I made mention my hands were cold,  he began showing me his gloves and telling me the best kind to get.  The very next service he checked up on me  to see if I got any gloves,  even asking me what size I needed, like he was going to get me some,    ( I told him I was good , I had some now just needed to wear them ). It touched my heart that he was so concerned for me, but that was Brother Mays.    The last time I spoke with him I asked him if he was being good ,  and staying out of trouble (a jokester).  He just smiled and gave that little giggle.    We loved him much , always will be in our cherished memory’s ,    

My condolences and prayers to the family of this faithful man and saint. 

Kenneth was the best Father-in-law a person would want to have. It  is a blessing to be a part of his great family. We miss you very much dad. We love you.


Uncle Kenneth was one of a kind. I remember him always being soft spoken and gentle.  He and Aunt Francis raised 7 wonderful children.  I truly believe he was an inspiration to each of them and others around him. 

OBITUARY

Kenneth Washington Mays

October 9, 1923 – March 9, 2020

Mt. Moriah, Newcomer and Freeman Funeral Home

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