Mary Mays Obituary
It is with great sadness that the family of Mary A. Mays, age 83, announces her peaceful passing on August 12, 2024, in Dayton, Ohio. Mary’s life was a beacon of selflessness and service, shining brightly in the lives of those she touched.
Mary dedicated her life to caring for others, embodying the spirit of a true caregiver. As the owner of a daycare, she nurtured and guided countless children, treating each one as if they were her own. Her gentle hands and warm heart provided comfort and stability, leaving a lasting impact on every child and family she served. Her work was more than a profession; it was her calling, a reflection of her deep commitment to the wellbeing of others.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Marshall and Olivia Reed Sr.; her sisters, Charlotte Gaulding, Ada Graham, Nice Boyd, Tommie Lee Kidd, Ernestine Woodman, Margaret Longmire, Linda Anderson, Bettie Reed; and her brothers, Adolphus Reed and Marshall Reed Jr.
She leaves to cherish her memories her son, Walter K. Mays; her daughters, Dianna Menefee (Shawn), Sherita Baker (Andre), and Renita Mays; along with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Mary’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and unwavering service to others. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her, and her life will continue to inspire those who strive to live with the same grace and generosity she so effortlessly exemplified.
Rest in peace, Mary A. Mays. Your life of service will never be forgotten.
A visitation will be held from 9:30am to 10:30am on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Newcomer North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, in Dayton, Ohio. Mary's funeral service will begin at 10:30am, and following the service, she will be laid to rest with Walter Mays at Willow View Cemetery.
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4104 Needmore Rd., Dayton, OH 45424
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