Billy Jay Mayes Obituary
Billy Jay Mayes (Elkin, North Carolina) passed away on July 18, 2026. Billy, born on December 12, 1936, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Billy Jay Mayes or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Billy will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Billy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Billy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jay Mayes and Edith Blackburn Mayes; and his sister Betty Kaye Reves. He is survived by: his wife Agnes Jean Hayes Mayes; his niece Dr. Rochelle Reves Bazemore of Southport; his siblings-in-law, Bernice Cunnigham, Carrie Walker (Rodney), Harold Hayes (Linda) and Jerry Hemric; and his child Parkinsons Disease.
