Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Carol Mayes Obituary
The youngest of eight children, Carol Faye Mayes was born in Bay City, Michigan to the late Griffin and Esther (Carvey) French.
She met her best friend and the love of her life, Frederick Mayes in 1969 and they married in 1977.
Carol worked at General Motors for 18 years. She and Fred treasured time spent with family and friends camping in Maine, visiting Texas and England, vacationing in Hawaii and the occasional ocean cruise. While living in Harrison she loved kayaking in the early morning to see the loons. She never missed watching the Kentucky Derby and rooted for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
A stubborn determination, strong sense of humor, and her fur babies saw her through many tribulations. She was known for her quick smile, abundance of love and beautiful soul.
Carol is remembered with love by her children: Mark Newvine, Hillary (Dean) Norfleet, Daniel (Marie) Mayes and Roberta Newvine; grandchildren: Brandon Norfleet, Charlotte (Kyle) Zepp, Tyler (Danielle) Norfleet, Ian Mayes, Amanda (Nick) Papa, Kristin (Wes) Pedersen and Jordan Marth; and 3 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is special niece and friend, Deanne Turek.
Carol was preceded in death by sisters Evelyn (Morris) Monville and Rosalyn (Virgil) Warczynski; brothers Franklin (Dorothy), William (Elaine), Louis, Donald and Lyle French.
A celebration of life is planned for September 16.
View All Photos
Add Photos to Memorial
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3 Entries
Beccy Mayes
October 9, 2024
Im so very sorry to only just learn of Aunty Carols passing ...
Mama and I send so much love to you uncle fred. And all who loved Aunty Carol xxx
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Lisa Maldonado, warczynski
July 27, 2023
All I can say is I love you guys. And uncle Fred I am truly sorry for your loss. Your niece Lisa.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Carol Mayes's name
How to support Carol's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Carol Mayes's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
