Walter R. Maypray Sr.

Walter R. Maypray Sr., age 84, departed this life on August 20, 2023. Born and raised in Mortons Gap, KY, he was the first-born child from the union of the late Walter Lee Maypray and Catherine Bass. In his earlier years in life, he moved to Gary, IN and found gainful employment with the US Steel Mill, retiring after 37 years of employment. Walter can be remembered for his love of basketball and watching "his ball games". He was a star player in his high school years and was offered scholarships to play basketball for various colleges. Walter was known for his sense of humor enjoying life and making others laugh. He made countless friendships as he faithfully walked around Gleason Park enjoying the comradery with others at the park. Walter will truly be missed. Walter is proceeded in death by his wife, Dorothy Maypray of 34 years, daughter, Brenda Maypray, son, Michael E. Maypray, sister, Juanita Reynolds, niece, Sharon Reynolds, and sister-in-law, Claudette Hadley. Walter leaves to cherish his memories 1 son, Walter R. Maypray Jr. of Merrillville, IN.; 3 daughters Sherry Maypray of Merrillville IN, Jacqueline (Gregory) Maypray-Fitch of Colton, CA, and Joy (Michael) Henderson of Merrillville, IN; 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; aunt, Janice Johnson, brother-in-law, Frederick Nolan, sister-in-law, Erma (Fred) Whiting, special niece, Karen Reynolds, a host of other family and friends. Out of respect of his wishes only a graveside memorial will be held in his honor. The graveside memorial will take place on September 2, 2023 at 1pm at Flat Creek Cemetery in Mortons Gap, KY. There will be a processional starting at 12:30pm beginning at Elliott-Bowles Mortuary, 215 E North St, Madisonville, KY to the Flat Creek Cemetery in Mortons Gap for the graveside memorial.