Obituaries

Irving McKay, age 84, of West Scranton, died Thursday at Allied Hospice Inpatient in Scranton, after an illness.
A Bronx, N.Y. native, Irving was born on April 22, 1935, and son of the late Elerby and Bessie (Epps) McKay. A lifelong businessman, his ventures included ownership of a bar and club. A longtime member of the Masonic Lodge, he ultimately received his 32nd degree. Passing away peacefully, he’ll be dearyly missed by family and friends.
He is survived by his loving children, Irving McKay, Jr., Zelda Pierce, Julie McKay, Krystal Williams, Sharay Regan and Kimberly Armstrong; 24 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
A beloved daughter, Tiffany Armstrong ,and grandson, Quincy Hicks, also preceded him in death, along with his siblings.
A blessing service is scheduled for Thursday at noon at the Kevin K. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 125 North Main Avenue, Scranton. Burial will follow in the Dunmore Cemetery. Family and friends may pay their respects on Thursday from 10:00AM until services at the funeral home.