Jim Mays, 83, of Dix, Illinois, passed away at 11:15 pm November 18, 2020 at his residence. He was born June 19, 1937 in Boyd, Illinois to the late Cleo Wesley and Violet Mae (Moore) Mays. James married Donna (Williams) Mays on April 1, 1961 in Reno, Nevada. They were blessed with 59 years of marriage.

A Visitation will be held Monday, November 23, 2020 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at Boyd Cemetery in Boyd, Illinois. A Graveside Service will begin at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow. Memorials may be made in Jim’s honor to the Boyd Christian Church Building Fund.

Please remember to observe social distancing at this time. We are limited to 10 people under the tent at a time. Following the CDC and NFDA regulations, we encourage everyone to wear a mask. They will be made available, upon request.

Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.