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HENRY PATRICK Obituary

PATRICK HENRY MAYES

Son of the late James & Francis Scott-Mayes, Age 62, Retired Cook's Foreman/VA Medical Center, US Army Veteran/Vietnam War (A Recipient of the Air Medal, Bronze Star Medal and National Defense Service Medal), Retired Member of 3396 Army Reception Battalion & Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), died Friday, May 13, 2011, at Shands Hospital @ University of Florida.

The Homegoing Celebration will be held 11:00AM Saturday, May 21, 2011, at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church (Gainesville, FL) where Reverend Geraldine W. McClellan is Pastor, with Reverend Alan Jackson officiating. Burial (with Military Honors) will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. Mr. Mayes will be viewed at the Funeral Home on Friday 2:00-7:00PM - At the Church on Saturday 30 Minutes prior to the Services - And with the Processional. The Procession will form at Mr. & Mrs. Mayes residence, 2239 NE 7th Avenue, Gainesville, at 10:15AM.

Patrick leaves to cherish his memory: a loving Wife (of 39 Years) - Eldora Lumpkin-Mayes; a devoted Daughter - Chanda Patria Mayes; a devoted Son - Adrian Mayes; 3 Grandchildren - Ki'shon P. Mayes, Kidron A. Mayes and Arneeke Williams all of Gainesville, FL; 3 Brothers - Amos Mayes (& Ida), Hawthorne, FL, Leo Mayes (& Friend - Annie Rolle) of Gainesville, FL and Rickey K. Mayes (& Marilyn) of Orange Park, FL; 2 Brothers preceded him in death; 1 Sister - Ardie Ray (& Edward) of Hawthorne, FL; Aunts - Rosa L. Smoke of Atlanta, GA and Rutha Mae McNeal and Maude Riles of Gainesville, FL; Uncle - Bobby Johnson of Tampa, FL; Adopted Sister - Peggy Ann Sims of Williston, FL; Special Cousin - Maybe Jordan (& Lonnie) of Gainesville, FL; A host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and caring Friends.

Arrangements By: DUNCAN BROTHERS' FUNERAL HOME, 428 NW 8TH Street, Gainesville, Florida,

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Published by Gainesville Sun from May 19 to May 20, 2011.

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fredrick james jr

May 23, 2011

I love you uncle pat..always will be on my thoughts and prayers

Diane Moultrie

May 22, 2011

With my deepest sympathy from the Moultrie and Reddish Family.

May 21, 2011

May God bless you during this time of breavement. Sheila, Shelisa and Jeremy Oliver

May 21, 2011

With deepest sympathy from our family to yours. Know that our Prayers are always with you.

The McKinnon and Daniels Family

May 20, 2011

GOD still sits on the Throne We LOVE You The Williams Family and your dear friend Mary Davis

Dorothy Sadler

May 20, 2011

My deepest sympathy, May God's Peace, Light and Love forever shine upon each and everyone one of you.

Ben Kelly

May 20, 2011

Sorry for your lost. May God bless

Patti Hall

May 20, 2011

With deepest sympathy, my prayers are with the family.

Cynthia Strickland

May 20, 2011

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Mayes family

Rose Mcnabb-Bradley

May 20, 2011

God makes know mistake cause he is to just to do wrong.May "God" keep you in a time like these ,you have my prayers.

Schuan Chisholm

May 20, 2011

May God continue to comfort you and your family at this time and give you all strength. We will continue to keep you lifted up in prayer.~~~The Chisholm Family

Fred & Sheila Goston

May 20, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the late Henry Patrick Mayes family.

Sherrel Brockington

May 20, 2011

With deepest sympathy. May the Lord Bless and Keep you during this time of sorrow.

Shelly Scott

May 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

May 20, 2011

With our deepest sympathy
Richard Harrison 111 & Family

Dorothy Griggs

May 20, 2011

My heart goes out to the family at such a time as this. May GOD's light continue to shine and brighten up this day and those days ahead

Pastor Alan & Dorie Jackson

May 20, 2011

"Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight. You are always in our hearts and prayers.

CAPRICE BLAKE FROM BUCHHOLZ HIGH

May 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

CLARA WILLIAMS & FAMILY

May 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandra Daniels

May 20, 2011

To the Mayes Family,
May God's blessing and love be with you now and forever more.

Janet Williams

May 20, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you, look to the hills from where your help comes. With deepest sympathy.

May 20, 2011

To the Mayes family:

May the peace of God guard your hearts and minds during this season of grief.Remember that God's grace is sufficient in this your hour of need.


Walter & Ora Enman

Janice Davis-Mortimer

May 20, 2011

Ricky, You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for your peace and strength. The Lord is strong enough to bear this for you, lean on him.

The Daughters of the late Rev. Leroy Davis and the late Mrs. Angaronia Davis (Janice, Janet & Cynthia)

Mr. & Mrs Cleveland Franklin & Family

May 20, 2011

To The Mayes Family,
Look to the hills where your strength comes from. With deepest sympathy Our prayers are with you.

Katrina Peterson-Gilbert

May 20, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Rev. Everett, Marlene & Malea Brown

May 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Look unto the hills from which all of our help cometh. God Bless.

Eric and Sarah Lee

May 20, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Isham ,Kendra,Akacia,Ajalan, & Awyna Carter

May 20, 2011

Losing a loved one can be so hard, but our special memories and God's love help us to cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always.

Lola Bell Monroe & Family

May 20, 2011

Eldora & Family

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of Patrick, may God in His infinite wisdom bring you and your family perfect peace.

Dot,Edwin,Tim,Nick Rutledge(Hayes)

May 20, 2011

To the Mayes Family,Our prayers are with you.
To:Mr. Amos, Mr.Bohog, Mr. Rickey,Mrs.Ardie, Our Prayers are with you during this time of your loss. I am with you and will watch over you.(Genesis) 28:15, Ardie Ray remember I can do everything through him who gives me strength. (Philippians) 4:13

Mr.& Mrs. Williams Hayes

May 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Rutledge

May 20, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Detroit & Bettye Stoney Allen

May 19, 2011

Marilyn our condolences to you and your family during this sad time. We are praying for you

Victoria Coles

May 19, 2011

Sorry for the loss of your Father. May God continue to bless your family in this time of sorrow. Chanda you and your family are in our prayers.

Fountain of Restoration International Ministries, Inc

May 19, 2011

Daddy Amos Mayes, Sr and Family
Our prayers are with you during this time of loss. We love you and may the strength of God keep you and your Faith in God sustain you.

Silvia Ardley

May 19, 2011

To the Mayes family, I knew Patrick just from hanging in Hawthorne at some of the baseball games back in the day, he seemed like a real nice person. So sorry for your loss, Mrs. Mayes and family are in my prayers!!!!

Wille Mae Hall

May 19, 2011

Mayes Family,
Our prayers are with you during this time of your loss of Mr. Mayes. We will cherish the memories. Our deepest sympathies.
Willie Mae Hall, Supernia Hall-Carter and family.

Shirley Lloyd

May 19, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the family. During this time of loss, praying you will draw strength and comfort from your faith in God. Love

Shirley Lloyd and Family

Dorothy James

May 19, 2011

Patrick, this came as a shock, But....the lord knows what he,s doing. may the family be blessed by the most high. we loved you but, God love you more. The Hall Family. STARKE,Fla

JOHNNY@PAT BOUIE

May 19, 2011

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE MAYES FAMILY,OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

MARVIN RIM

May 19, 2011

MR. MAYES I ENJOYED TALKING WITH YOU IN THIS LIFE .MAY THE LORD SHINE ON YOU UP THERE AND YOUR FAMILY DOWN ON THIS EARTH.... MARVIN RIM (GAINESVILLE ,FL)

sewell proctor

May 19, 2011

our prayers and throughts aree with you in your time of need

Jamea George

May 19, 2011

May God send his Angels of Mercy and Comfort your way during this trying time in each of your lives.

Leo Stoney

May 19, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Surinda Williams

May 19, 2011

With deepest sympathy, my prayers are with the family!

Barbara Gordon

May 19, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

THE MARKHAM FAMILY

May 19, 2011

HE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED! WE LOVE YOU PATRICK!! WATCH OVER US!!

Monculee&Shirley McRae

May 19, 2011

You will truly be missed, With deepest Sympathy from our Family to yours. Rest in peace, PATRICK......From Monculee & Shirley McRae

May 19, 2011

To Chanda & Family~May prayers are with you in your time of need with deepest sympathy~ Love Chandra, Roddrick, and the Bradley Family

Cynthia Filer & Family

May 19, 2011

Look to the hills where your strength comes from. With deepest sympathy Our prayers are with you.

May 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow.
The Hall Family (Starke,Fl)

AWanda Walker

May 19, 2011

My prayers are with you and so sorry of your loss, with deepest, heartfelt sympathy.

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