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Derrick Mays Obituary

MAYS WINSTON-SALEM - Derrick Mays died on Wednesday, May 12, 2010. Funeral: Monday, May 17, at 1:30 p.m. at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Gilmore F. H.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on May 16, 2010.

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My daddy

June 11, 2010

Carrie Henderson

May 17, 2010

Christine,
I was devastated to hear of Derrick's death. I lovingly new him by the name Jinx and you and he had become very dear friends of mine. If I can do anything at all for you please don't hesitate to call upon us. I am so sorry for your loss but I know he is with his King. He was a good man and he made such a good impression on everyone who knew and loved him. We will miss you dear friend.

Carrie and James Henderson

kim hauser

May 17, 2010

words cant explain how i feel right now derrick and christine lived in my apartment complex and derrick was a joy to my part of vista court i will miss him greatly my heart goes out to the family

Tony & Sandi Brown

May 16, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Mr. & Mrs.Anthony & Loretta McQueen

May 16, 2010

Mrs.Mays am so sorry for your lost.Derrick will be miss dearly and his spirit will forever live.Derrick was always a handyman who love to help God,s people.The Mcqueen,s and Fleming,s, and Dennis Family will continue to pray for God,s loving hands to keep you and your family.

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