David R. Mays Obituary
The family announces the passing of David R. Mays (Jackson, Michigan) on November 9, 2026. David, born on February 20, 1945 in Langley, Kentucky, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of David R. Mays or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his granddaughter Brittney Baldwin; his parents, Julia Mays and William Mays; and his siblings, Robert, Oscar, Jessie, Junior, Joe, Thurmal, Oliver, Virgil "Bud" and Shirley Mays.
He is survived by: his wife Jacqueline Ann Mays; his children, Denise Hill (Todd), Sandra Flannery (John) and David Mays Jr. (Monica); his grandchildren, Ashley Barrett (Jonathon), Thomas Hill (Jessie), Chelsea Hale (Maxwell), David Mays III (Shelby) and Brody Mays; his great grandchildren, Mylah, Jaxon and Knoxyn Hale; and his siblings, Cynthia "Marie" Wallen, Alva Mays, Wayne "John" Mays and Margie Adkins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 16th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Burden-Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home (1806 E Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI 49202). A celebration of life will be held on Monday, November 16th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
