Obituary for Milas “Mule” Keys (1957-2021)

Mr. Milas “Mule” Keys, 64, of Gray, passed away Wednesday evening, April 7, 2021 at the Pikeville Medical Center.  He was the son of the late Roy Glan and Carol Frazier Keys born on February 17, 1957 in Knox County.

Mule was a retired TV cable technician and a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Sue Bowling; former spouses, Teresa Kay Williams and Sandy Hash Keys and a sister-in-law, Penney Keys.

Survivors include four children, Cyndi B. Keys of Barbourville, Michael Ray Card and wife, Myshawnna, Jeremy Scott Card and wife, Darcy, and Christopher Lloyd Card and wife, Katelyn, all of Harlan; three sisters, Patricia Lewis and husband, Dale, of Richmond, Sharon Warren and husband, and Michael, Sandra Farmer and husband, Donald, all of Gray; two brothers, Charles Keys and wife, Sandra, of Barbourville and Roy Keys of Corbin; several grandchildren, Xavier and Zane Miracle, Michael Ray Jr., Ella, Riley, Cameron, Aria, Kiara and Piper Card; among other loved ones and dear friends.

His funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Thursday, April 15 at 11 A.M. with Rev. Donald Farmer officiating.  He will be laid to rest in the Reeves Cemetery.

Casket bearers will be family and friends.  Serving as honorary bearers will be members of his church family.

Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday between 6 and 8 P.M. and Thursday prior to the funeral hour.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Knox Funeral Home.

Please remember, during the continuing COVID-19 event, capacity restrictions, social distancing and the wearing of face coverings as mandated by the Governor of Kentucky will be followed during all services.  We appreciate your help with these guidelines so we can continue to serve our community during these trying times in the safest manner possible.

Send a condolence to the family of MILAS “MULE” KEYS.

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