James Maye, native of Aclare, County Sligo, Ireland, loving husband of Nora “Noreen” Maye nee McGowan, devoted father of Tara and Liam, fond brother of the late Padraig (Terry), Milo (Patricia), and Willie (Charlotte). Dear uncle and friend to many. US Army Veteran.
A memorial service will be held at Gibbons Family Funeral Home on Sunday, March 1st from 3-8 PM.
Memorial Mass Monday, March 2nd St. Eugene’s Church 7958 W. Foster Ave (West of Canfield) at 10:30 AM.
Interment to follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421.

So, very, very Sorry Aunt Noreen, Cousins Tara and Liam, for the loss of your Husband and dad, Uncle James. A gentleman to say the least, very fond memories growing up, of James, when he would be on holidays in Claggan, helping him when outside toilet was put in meadow, front of nans house. James and Noreen looked after us well when we went to Chicago in “78 too, taking Mom RIP 🙏, Betty Ann RIP 🙏 and me out on their boat along with Red Setter Shane. As I said, many fond memories, thinking of you all at such a sad, sad time, may James rest in peace. Sending hugs and kisses from Kevin, Dee, Kerina, Maurice and Kayleigh O’Carroll (Co Kerry).
Thinking of you Noreen, Tara, and Liam during this difficult time. Sending love and deepest sympathies to you all. God Rest James, may he RIP
My deepest sympathies to Seamus’s family and all the Mayes .
Our sincerest condolences to Noreen, Tara & Liam on the sad passing of your lovely husband & father James. He was a gentleman. My late dear Uncle Bill had so much time for James, and ye both looked after him so well towards the end of his life. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
To Noreen, Tara and Liam, Milo and Willie, our very sincere condolences on the loss of James to each and every one of you on this very sad time for your family. May James Rest In Peace.
Anthony and Mary (Gavin) and family
One of Life’s Finest. May his gentle soul rest in Peace. Condolences to all the family and his many friends at this very sad time.
To Noreen ,Tara & Liam sincere condolences on the sad passing of James rip . Thinking of you all at this sad time .
Pat & Veronica Gavin and family .
To Noreen, Tara and Liam sincere condolences on the passing of our cousin James. Pauline and Gerry (Geraldine) nee Tighe (cousins)
Noreen ,Tara & Liam . So sorry for your loss on a dear husband and Dad . Have lots of fond memories of James coming home & visiting our Grandad in Castlerock & later Noreen coming with James. Always had a “Gra” for James as he was my Godfather (I think it was before he went to USA as a young man). Attracta (Egan)
Was thinking of you and your family yesterday Noreen. Lit a candle for James at church last night. Take care. Love & prayers
Stephen & Frances (Bristol UK)