Louise Bessie Mays

Louise Bessie Mays, age 81 of Sardinia, Ohio passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at her residence. She was born August 7, 1944 in Amelia, Ohio the daughter of the late Sylvester “Vess” and Georgia Bell (Kerns) Morgan. Louise was the co-owner of Dan's Plumbing, a well-respected business in Sardinia, Ohio, where she dedicated many years of her life to serving the community and raising her family. Sardinia was more than just a place of work for Louise; it was her home. Her commitment to her family was evident in every aspect of her life. Louise enjoyed spending quality time with her family, attending her grandchildren's activities and being actively involved in their lives. The holiday season held a special place in Louise 's heart. She delighted in celebrating Christmas, relishing the joy of watching Christmas movies and listening to holiday music throughout the year, ensuring that the spirit of the season remained a constant source of joy in her life. In addition to her professional and familial commitments, Louise possessed a passion for sewing, cooking, and gardening. She cultivated a colorful garden, with geraniums as her favorite flower, symbolizing her vibrant spirit and love for beauty. She leaves behind a lasting legacy of love, dedication and a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures of life. Her memory will continue to resonate with those whose lives she touched, as she remains a beloved figure in the hearts of her family and friends. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years – Daniel J. Mays in 2006 and one son – Daniel Mays in 2024.

Mrs. Mays is survived by nine children – Jeff Mays and wife Michelle of Lake Waynoka, Ohio, Bessie Mays of Goshen, Ohio, Tonya Taylor and husband Bryan of Sardinia, Ohio, Ed Mays and wife LuAnn of Amelia, Ohio, Terry Mays of Mt. Orab, Ohio, Georgia Ann Back and husband Bryan of Sardinia, Ohio, Michael Mays and wife Bambi of Georgetown, Ohio and Melissa Yockey and husband Duane of Lake Waynoka, Ohio; twenty grandchildren – Josh Mays of Sardinia, Ohio, Brittany Mays-Estep of Georgia, Erica Pflueger of Sardinia, Ohio, Brandon Mays of Macon, Ohio, Anthony Mays of Alexandria, Kentucky, Noah Mays of Amelia, Ohio, Daniel Mays of Georgetown, Ohio, Faith Curtis of Hillsboro, Ohio, Cheyenne Mays of Sardinia, Ohio, Clarissa DeBord of Georgetown, Ohio, Devin Mays of Georgetown, Ohio, Jacob and Matthew Yockey both of Lake Waynoka, Ohio, Ava and Carson Mays both of Georgetown, Ohio and five orange kitties; fifteen great grandchildren – Evelyn and Violet Mays both of Macon, Ohio, Lindsey, Emma, Bella, Kenslee and Mason Mays all of Kentucky, Josie, Miles and Typton Mays all of Georgetown, Ohio, Hope Curtis of Hillsboro, Ohio, Coen Mays of Sardinia, Ohio and Joshua, Emberlyn and Emersyn DeBord all of Georgetown, Ohio and two sisters – Jo Hull of Martins Ferry, Ohio and Tina Bosworth of Amelia, Ohio

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 7, 2025 at the Sardinia Church of Christ, 7130 Bachman, Road, Sardinia, Ohio. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Friday at the church. Interment will be in the Sardinia Cemetery in Sardinia, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio is serving the family.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 205 North Street, Suite 400, Lucasville, Ohio 45648.