Harold Mays Obituary
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Keith was born in Levi, KY to the late Charles Edward Mays and Clara Mays. Two sisters, BettyMays) Jackson and Barbara (Mays) Hunter also preceded him in death. Surviving him in death is one sister and two brothers, Bertha Jean Shires, Laurel, IN, Paul (Donna) Mays, Plymouth, INand Richard (Linda) Mays, Richmond, IN.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley, one daughter, Karen Terkoski and son-in-law Leon Terkoski from Murphy, NC and one son, Mike Mays and daughter-in-law Sandy Mays from Harriman, TN. Survivors also include four grandchildren, Erica Mays, Rockledge, FL, Dustin (Amy) Terkoski, Cadiz, OH, Chris Mays, Harrriman, TN and Debbie Terkoski, Keystone Heights, FL. Four great grandchildren, Chloe Mays, Kynlie, Rylie and Jaxon Terkoski.
Keith was a member of the Sebastian Craft Club, Sebastian, FL for over 40 years. He designed and created planes, helicopters and airboats out of aluminum cans. He loved attending all craft shows and interacting with customers and other crafters. He was a man of many talents, always dreaming and designing new creations.
Burial will be at Cape National Cemetery
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Susan Stroum
Yesterday
To Shirley and family~
I am saddened to learn of Keith´s passing. I am honored to have known him and it was a pleasure to see how much joy he brought to others and to the world. His many talents and his humor and dedication to family and friends was remarkable. Keith is someone who truly made a difference. May he now rest in peace.
My sincere condolences to you, Shirley, and to his entire family.
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