William Kays

William Lee Kays, 85, of Vincennes, passed away at 3570 N. Thunderhill Drive, Vincennes, passed away on Monday December 12, 2016 at his residence.He was born September 13, 1931 in Vincennes to Opal and Mary (Hatton) Kays.Bill had worked at KCARC, Hamilton Glass, and Essex Wire. He was very happy to see the Cubs win the World Series and adored his dog, Baby. A Navy Veteran, Bill served his country in the Korean War. Surviving are his children; William Kays Jr. and his wife Tracy of Vincennes, Rick Kays and his wife Cindy of Okeechobee, FL, Sheri Schlomer of Vincennes, Mark Kays and his wife Karen of Vincennes, Sherman Kays and his wife Julie of Vincennes, and Kathy Williams and her fianc, Anthony Branca of Vincennes; his step-children, Cindy Retzler and her husband Bob, and Tony Williams and his wife Joan, all of Cleveland; along with 19 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, and a special niece, Kelley Kays-Thompson of Vincennes.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Barbara Kays; his brother, Opal Kays Jr., and three grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Goodwin Funeral Home with Pastor Pete White officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until the service. Online condolences may be made at www.goodwinfamilyfh.com