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Joyce Eileen
Born June 29, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, departed this life on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. She was a graduate of the Dunbar High School Class of 1967. She was preceded in death by her mother Mary Reid and step-father Floyd Reid;
father, William Heflin; brothers, Williams, Stuart, and Marc Heflin. Left to cherish precious memories are her daughters, Sherita (Lamont) Sneed, Yolanda (Arthur) Lawson, Melinda Mayo and son, Anthony Mayo;
sisters, Cheryl Heflin and Deborah (Reid) Haithcock; 8 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Homegoing services will be held at 11 am, Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Christ Temple Apostolic Church, 3241 Denlinger Road. District Elder Scott Logan Eulogist. Walk through visitation will be held one hour prior to service.
Interment: Shiloh Park Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, 4520 Salem Ave. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasfunerals.com.
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James L Merkison
September 3, 2022
I will never forget Ms. Mayo. I remember her, always being their for me as a kid. The Summer vacation bible school. The swimming trips to NCR and Ms. Mayo made the best Tuna Casserole. The greatest thing is I am saved over 23 years of my because of her. She, exemplified the life of Jesus Christ. God Bless the Mayo, Family you are in my thoughts and Prayers my Brotha my Sistas
hattie few
September 9, 2021
R.I.Heaven my dear friend, Joyce Heflin Mayo. For over 60 years, as next door neighbors, elementary, high school and as a bridesmaid in your wedding....a life time of friendship....I will miss your wise thoughts on FB and your beautiful smile...until we meet again, condolences and love to your family....
Linda D Lawson
September 9, 2021
May her Goodness, her Caring and her Wisdom live on in the Lives of her Children and Family..May her Legacy of Love always be with YOU and bring you Peace and Comfort.....
Valerie Thomas and Family
September 9, 2021
Deepest sympathy to the family. May God bless and keep you in the time of sorry. May she rest in the arms of Jesus until you meet again on heaven.
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