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Mr. Gary Wayne Mays

SHREVEPORT, LA - Funeral services for Mr. Gary Wayne Mays, 60, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 15, 2012 at St. Peter Baptist Church, 533 E. Dalzell. Officiating will be Pastor Arthur Douglas, Jr. Burial will follow at Carver Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday Night in the Chapel of Good Samaritan Funeral Home.

Mr. Mays was born July 22, 1952 in Shreveport, LA and went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 10, 2012.

He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Rodessa Mays, his father Earnest West, two uncles, George and Artis Mays. He is survived by his wife, Rosie Mays, son Brandon (Crystal) Mays, two daughters, Rhonda Paul and Renita Hutchinson; three brothers, Pastor Alvin (Linda) Mays, Gerald Keith Mays, and Yemessee Phillips; six grandchildren, numerous relatives and friends.

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Published by Shreveport Times on Sep. 14, 2012.

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FRANCES J WINANS

September 8, 2023

Oh my Precious Gary, and now his Beautiful Wife Rose, NEVER to be forgotten!!

I can't say enough about Gary or Rose. Seeing his picture brings back the sadness that I have felt since the day that I heard of his passing. I remember speaking to Rose, there was just so much to process knowing that God does NOT make mistakes and it was obviously his time to Transition, as we ALL will have to. But remember ONLY Children of God "Transition", all others will just cease to exist until the Great White Throne Judgement when they will have to discover that they did NOT make the right choice in choosing Christ as their Lord and Savior. That is the REAL sadness. But I know that Gary and Rose made that Choice, so they have "Transitioned".

I don't know many of their Family members, so I don't know who if any will read this, nevertheless, whomever, the SAME choice MUST be made or Transitioning will NOT be in your future, ONLY ceasing to exist until you WILL Face ALMIGHTY God. PLEASE make the choice and Share that Truth with ALL that you know and meet.

FRANCES WINANS

September 9, 2019

As the years have passed, it is still painful if I ponder for an extended period of time. Gary and his wife Rose were so VERY Precious to me. Laughter was not rare when in both of their presence. I can definitely say, although we didn't have opportunity to visit as much because of our varying work schedules, just knowing that Gary and Rose is no longer here, life seems a little less enjoyable. I know that where they are, we will all go one day (if all are washed in the Precious Blood of The Lamb). My Prayer is that ANY who may not have that assurance, take a moment and reflect. Don't think about your last experience with "a Church" or "Church folk", think about your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. A relationship that you MUST have if you want to go to that Place. Jesus is the ONLY Way. Jesus said, " I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me". So if a person or a place has caused you to be out of "Relationship" with The Lord Jesus Christ, please remember those Words! Get your Bible and "study to show thyself approved". God will meet you there!! It's ALL about HIM, not a building. Gary and Rose will be waiting. Be Blessed!!

Bennie Ray Draughn

September 20, 2012

Gary, we will miss you dearly. Especially that beautiful smile & you big heart for giving to others. We will also help to watch out for your beautiful wife "Rose" Rosie!! Sleep now, & R. I. P.

Kevin Higgins

September 20, 2012

Rest in Peace my Brother and to the family continue to be strong in the Lord.

Eddie Ray McKnight

September 15, 2012

Alvin, (Rev. Mays)may God be with you and comfort you like only He can.

Rev. Shawn Taylor

September 14, 2012

To the Mays Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. God is with you.

Randy Burkins

September 14, 2012

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

Deborah Roberson Jacques & Family

September 14, 2012

My prayers and condolences to the Mays Family. Please remember that your love one is now resting in the redemptive arms of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Rev.Albert & Sandra Hall

September 14, 2012

To the Mays family,we're praying for you and with you that God give you strength to get through this time of bereavement.WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Rev.Abert & Sandra Hall

LaTarchau Wilkins

September 14, 2012

To Rev Mays and family, our prayers are with you, for such a time as this..We love you guys. Your Morning Star family..

W. Frank Tisby

September 14, 2012

To the Mays family, God's blessing upon all of you in your time of bereavement. He truly cares for you and He will never leave nor forsake you. Be faithful and be blessed. I am Rev. Alvin Mays classmate of BTW...

W. Frank Tisby

September 14, 2012

Rose you know that I'm praying for your and the family.
E. Whitson Phillips

Mattie McCulloch & Family

September 14, 2012

TO Pastor Mays and the entire Mays Family

May the joy and happiness of Gary's precious memories bring you peace at this time and always. We are lifting you up to the Master in prayer. Be encouraged for you shall see him again, when all God's children get together.

September 14, 2012

Gary,

I really enjoyed our times together, may God provide a place for you.....

J. Morale

Frances Winans

September 14, 2012

Dearest Rose, Please know that I am thinking of you and my thoughts and prayers are fixed on God in your behalf. I am truly very sorry for your loss. Gary was a wonderful guy. I love you.

Vernon Sasser

September 14, 2012

God will take care of you. Bro.Vernon Sasser class of seventy BTW.

Dr. Bobby Gray

September 14, 2012

RIP Gary Wayne! I'll miss you buddy!
Dr. and Mrs. Bobby Gray. We're here for you Rose!

Wameshia Gardner

September 14, 2012

Brandon and Crystal may God be with you and your family during this hour.Remember the bible say's to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Ruth Heard

September 14, 2012

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

September 14, 2012

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

REV.HONOR(BERNARD) LEFALL JR

September 14, 2012

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

shirley carrier

September 14, 2012

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

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