Valeda Fay (Kunkel) McKay, a resident of Allen, Texas, passed away October 28, 2026 at the age of 80. She was born on January 5, 1946, in Comanche, Texas, to her loving parents, Fritz Kunkel and Nelda Stegemoller Kunkel. The eleventh of fourteen children, Valeda grew up surrounded by the love and companionship of her large family, a bond she carried with her throughout her life.
Throughout her career, Valeda worked as a bank teller, serving others with care and dedication. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Allen in Allen, Texas, where her faith was an important part of her life. She had a timeless sense of style and was rarely seen without looking her very best, always presenting herself with care and dignity.
On November 19, 1988, Valeda married James A. McKay, beginning a new chapter filled with love and shared memories. Above all, she treasured her family and was a loving mother and wonderful grandmother. Her family was a source of great joy, and the love she shared with her children and grandchildren will remain a lasting part of her legacy.
Valeda is survived by her daughters, Sharon Walton of Allen, Texas, and Issaley Jo Meyer of Williston, Florida; grandchildren, Rebecca Skillestad, Rachel Walton, Noah Walton, Darla Mahan, and Robert Mahan; great grandchildren James and Mya; sister JoAnn and a host of extended family members and friends, who will miss her and cherish her memory.
Valeda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James McKay, parents Fritz and Nelda Kunkel, seven brothers, J.C., Bill, Raymond, Leroy, Don, John and Wayne; and five sisters, Lenora, Wilma, Nadine, Janice, Dorothy.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 2, 2026, at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas, 75013.