Jackie 'Jack' Mays

Jackie D. Jack Mays, 72, of Danville, passed away at 12:05am on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at his residence. He was born on May 24, 1936, in Harrisburg, IL, the son of James and Sadie (Daniels) Mays. On December of 1965, Jack married Ms. Delores Crim. She preceded him in death in 1997. Jack later married Ms. Marva Davis in Danville. She preceded him in death on April 3, 2007. Survivors include one son, Rick (Carla) Crim of St. Louis, MO, three daughters, Jackie (Fred) Dismuke-Kelly of Evansville, IN, Tiffany Mays of Evansville, and Machelle Mays of Harrisburg, Il. Other survivors include nine grandchildren, Candace, Robin, Garrett, Quayde, Brayan, Aevan, Ebonie, Isaiah, Israel, three great-grandchildren, Maleaya, Keavont, Markel, and many nieces. His parents, three brothers, Donald, James, Kenneth, and one sister, Rosa, precede Jack in death. Jack served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from Hyster of Danville in 1997. He enjoyed Illini Football, and playing poker with his friends. Per his whishes, Mr. Jack Mays will be cremated and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.