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Mary Mays Obituary

MAYS Mary L. Mays, 84, of Chester, died Friday, December 22, 2006, in Southside Regional Medical Center, Petersburg. Born in Danville, she was the daughter of the late Tony L. and Nannie Childress Moore and the widow of Watson M. Mays. She was a retired nurse and a volunteer at the Lucy Corr Nursing Home and the Chesterfield County Museum. Mrs. Mays was a member of Chester Baptist Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Allan T. and Dianne Mays of Chesterfield; and five sisters, Nancy Moore Edwards, Eunice M. Oakes and Gertrude Moore Carter, all of Danville, Clemence M. Sweet of Lynchburg, and Evelyn Yeatts of Dryfork. A graveside funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, December 26, 2006, in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, with the Reverend Edward Stansfield officiating. The family will receive friends 3 to 4:30 p.m., Sunday, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23058 or to the Petersburg Home for Ladies, 311 S. Jefferson St., Petersburg, Va. 23803. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Dec. 23, 2006.

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Nina Mae Blackburn

January 4, 2007

Miss Frances was a kind and gentle woman. She was so willing to share her time and talents. Didn't she make the most amazing things. I remember quilts that she made out of ties for her family. She also fried the most delicious fired pies.

With care,

Dennis Griffith

December 29, 2006

Frances Mays was one of the most kind and considerate people I have ever met. She lived her faith every minute of every day. She was an example to us all of how we should llive our lives and treat others!

Elaine McCoy

December 29, 2006

To the Mays Family,
I wish to express my deepest condolences on the loss of such a wonderful, godly woman. Frances was an inspiration to all with her energy & zest for life.
My Mom called her the Roadrunner because she was always on the go bringing food and a comforting word to those in need. She will be missed.

Dean Sullivan

December 28, 2006

To Mrs. Mays Family,
Mrs. Mays will surely be missed by everyone. I am glad I got to take care of her while she was at The Assisted Living. She was a very sweet lady. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of loss. In sympathy,Dean Sullivan

Corrine Richardson

December 28, 2006

We were so sorry to learn of Frances'passing. We moved from Woodridge in Nov. She was our neighbor for about 13 years. She was truly everything that was said about her in her death notice. She brought me food when I was sick, took care of the flowers at the entrance to our townhomes, etc. She will be missed. Shelly and Corrine Richardson.

Doris Thornton

December 24, 2006

I wish to express my deepest sympathies. Beanie was my dear cousin. We enjoyed our trip to the family reunion in Danville. She will be missed. Sincerely, Doris Thornton

Ken Simms

December 23, 2006

Allan,

Our entire family sends their condolences for the loss of your mother. She was a very kind lady and she will be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Dianne during this difficult period.

Linwood Motley

December 23, 2006

Allan:
Today, I read with much sorrow the passing of your Mother. She, your
Dad Watson and you were very dear to Barbara and me when I was the Organist-Director at Chester Baptist Church. Your many kindnesses will always be remembered.

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