Johnny Lynn Kay, 77, of Snowflake, passed away on June 28, 2025, surrounded by family, after a brave nine-year cancer battle.
He ran the Keams Canyon Trading Post on the Hopi and Navajo reservations. Married to Beverlee McGee for nearly 57 years, John was a licensed pilot, scuba diver, hard worker, musician, joke-teller and holiday lover with a proud collection of eagles and Santas. He was devoted to faith, family, and fun. He lived fully, loved deeply, and leaves behind a legacy of joy.
A viewing/visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, July 11, at Owens Livingston Mortuary, located at 84 E. 19th St., in Snowflake. An additional viewing will take place from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m., on Saturday, July 12, at the Pioneer Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 9th S. 2nd W., in Snowflake. Funeral services will follow at 10:30 a.m.
Owens Livingston Mortuary of Snowflake handled the arrangements.
