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Joey Mays Obituary
Greenville
Joseph William 'Joey' Mays, III, 24, passed away September 17, 2014. Born in Greenville, he was a son of Joe Mays and GiGi Budove Matteson.
Surviving are five children, Jailynn Lunsford, Joseph William Mays, IV, Jerimiah Mays, Kira Stewart, and KC Lee Kyall; and brothers and sisters. Predeceased was a brother, Cameron Mays.
Services will be held on Sun., Sep. 21 at CSSC-Westville Funerals, 6010 White Horse Rd., Greenville. Visitation will be from 1 - 2 PM, with the funeral at 2 PM. Burial will follow at Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont.
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Loretta
September 14, 2022
I will forever miss and love you!!! YourAunt, BooBoo
Nana
September 14, 2022
Though you are gone you are not forgotten as I do get to visit you at your gravesite as I am now living down the road from you and Cameron now...You are always loved and I miss taking you to breakfast at the Wafflle House.....yours and Papa's favorite....Love you bunches and miss you everyday.
Pearl Mays
September 14, 2020
So very hard to believe it has been six years since you went to heaven and are there with your papa, your brother, your cousin. We care so deeply for you and miss you more than you will ever know. Sending you lots of love on this day and always. Till we meet again.
Love,
Nana
Anjelica balcombe
March 28, 2015
Joey I miss u a lot. I just miss our Facebook conversation. How we always talked about Cameron and all the Times we had. Man u Cameron and Dee were so much fun I just miss y'all so much
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September 29, 2014
Miss you Joey ...always!!!
Stacy & Chad Fowler
September 26, 2014
I am so very sorry to hear about Joey. He was always smiling and so sweet. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May God Bless you and comfort you through this time of sorrow and wrap his loving arms around you and give you peace.
Melinda Cooper
September 24, 2014
Sorry for the loss of a friend, family member and such a good young man. May you rest in peace. God is with you now baby
Melinda Cooper
September 24, 2014
Sorry for the loss of a friend, family member and such a good young man. May you rest in peace. Good is with you now baby
Bryant/Perky Dean
September 23, 2014
Our prayers are with your family.
nathan wdge
September 22, 2014
Lil brother its taken me days to write this love and will always miss you buddie love you ....you big brother Nate....
Crystal Garcia
September 22, 2014
Gigi I'm sorry for your loss .Just want u to know we are here for u so if u need anything just let us know.We love u
Loretta Owens
September 22, 2014
Joey, another piece of my heart is missing and gone to heaven. Until we see each other again....I will carry your memories and stories for life. You was more than my nephew. You was like my son. I will miss you everyday. May God keep you safe now. You will no longer have sadness or sorrow. You will only have faith, joy and love. I love you so much. Aunt BooBoo
Tina Thomas
September 21, 2014
Gigi you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's mercy and love surround you all at this time of sorrow.
Aunt Geraldine
September 21, 2014
Rest in peace Joey, you are so sadly missed. Loving arms wrapped around all of your family during this time of immense sorrow.
Dawn Kerr
September 21, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you Gigi and your family. If you need me, Im here for you anytime.
judy and bill goss
September 20, 2014
prayers with you all always ! we love you !
christine simmons
September 20, 2014
Love you guys my prayers are with you all
Lisa McCollum
September 20, 2014
My Angle I will never understand why you had to leave me, us so soon my heart is broken. Rip joey I love you to the moon and back, you are my shining star now. So watch over me... I miss you and ? you! Condolences to the family and his beautiful kids you are in my prayers.
September 20, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
josh obrochta
September 20, 2014
R.i.p. you will be missed
Victor Mays
September 20, 2014
I hate to even think to say goodbye to my very best friend my nephew my son . I love you more then words can say my heart is broken in a million pieces i don't know how i will go no without you in my life. But that's being selfish i just hope god bless these 3 boys who will never know the gift Joey was to me i love you son
susan zeron
September 20, 2014
Sorry you left so soon but we will see you again one day in a much better place I just pray your at peace
Darlene Sawitski
September 20, 2014
Sorry for your loss! I did not know him, but I do know Jailynn and Joseph! They will miss him!
michelle harris
September 20, 2014
A beautiful soul with a beautiful heart of gold.That's what you were and how you will always remain in our heart.Rest in Peace Beautiful Angel. My love will always remain with you.
Aunt Shell
Woody Brabham
September 20, 2014
It is very sad when a child passes away. Remember he will always be with you. I will pray for ya'll..............
Jeri and Jamie Merritt
September 20, 2014
We are so sorry, Gi and we are always here for you. We love you and we are praying for you all.
bobby Wesley
September 20, 2014
Sorry GI
David & Merita Luther
September 20, 2014
The family is, as always, in our prayers.
Chuck and Kim Moore
September 20, 2014
We are so very sorry for you loss. Our prayers go out to the family and friends. May God comfort the family and friends during this difficult time. We love you all and will continue to lift you all up in prayer. Love, Chuck, Kim, Alyssa, Denver, Wesley, Alan, and Cody Moore
September 20, 2014
Another piece of my heart has made its way to heaven. Missing that warm smile and laughter that he had. Keeping those precious memories close to my heart. Missing you, till we meet again.
Love,
Nana
Jazmin Jeffers
September 20, 2014
Joe,...I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences! May you and your family find peace and comfort in the hands of our Lord. Will pray for you all.
Tammie and Dale Wilson
September 19, 2014
prayers for the family and may you hold gods hand on this journey RIP dear joey
Teresa Cooksy
September 19, 2014
My thoughts n prayers are with you all!!! I'm so sorry for your loss!!!
dee gillespie
September 19, 2014
I didn't know Joey personally but my prayers go out to the mays family love you Gigi and Calow
L G
September 19, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow. Be assured that in His due time He will fulfill this promise: Hosea 13:14
Mr & Mrs Kennth Thompson
September 19, 2014
May God be with each and everyone through out the loss if your loved one. We are so sorry for yor loss. God Bless you all.
jenilee bridges
September 19, 2014
Rip Joey! U were such a great father and awesome man! Ur time was cut way to short.. hope u know how many people lives u touched and changed forever. Much love!
September 19, 2014
Sorry for your loss . We will keep u and your family in our prayers.if u need anything im just a phone call away. Love you . John P.
Gigi Budove Matteson
September 19, 2014
I love you my son. I love you so very much. My God blease my family
Jacquelyn Austin
September 19, 2014
You and your family are in my prayers. I pray God will overwhelm you with His love and peace. I love you both.
Gerald Mccann
September 19, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Love Gerald and Darlene McCann
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