James A. Kays
February 23, 1935 ~ June 27, 2019
James A. Kays, 84, lifelong Mooresville resident, passed away peacefully at home June 27, 2019. Mr. Kays was born February 23, 1935, in Mooresville, to the late Harry A. and Bonnie Ethel (Smoot) Kays.
He graduated from Mooresville High School and proudly served in the United States Navy. He worked for many years as an iron worker for Tousley-Bixler Construction Company. Jim attended Mt. Gilead Church and was a member of American Legion Post 103. He was an avid golfer and fisherman. A social man, Jim always enjoyed keeping in touch with his friends. Jim was also proud of his home and took great pride in caring for his garden every year. He will be fondly remembered by a loving family and many loyal friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Norma Jean (Caudill) Kays; brothers, Don, Bill, and Dean Kays; sisters, Sue Link and Dora “Cookie” Barrier.
Survivors include his wife, Jackie (Johnson) Kays; sons, Jim Kays of Florida and Terry Kays of Mooresville; daughter, Kelly Carr of Indianapolis; sister, Linda Kays; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 2, 2019, in the chapel at Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Pastor Terry Crist will officiate, and cremation will follow services at the Morgan County Crematory, Mooresville. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I am very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. One encouraging thought you might find comforting is found at John 5:28, 29. “The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.” God gives us this beautiful hope that he will soon resurrect our dead loved ones and we can see them again on a paradise earth! I hope this promise brings you comfort as it does me.
Jim was a wonderful hard working Man.he always would always talk and smile too me and my family.hed always try and get us too sit down and have a bite too eat.he will greatly missed.Sincerly.Deb Ewing and Family.
RIP Jim. Being neighbors years ago, & working togeather for 20 + years we have had some great times. Prayers to your Family & Friends. Paul & Bonnie Jeffers