Billy Joe Mays's obituary , Passed away on November 23, 2025 in Norman, Oklahoma
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Billy Joe Mays

May 12, 1962 - November 23, 2025 (63 years old)

Norman, Oklahoma

Billy Joe Mays's obituary , Passed away on November 23, 2025 in Norman, Oklahoma
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Billy Joe Mays

May 12, 1962 - November 23, 2025 (63 years old)

Norman, Oklahoma

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Billy Joe Mays Obituary

The world bids farewell to Billy Joe Mays of Norman, Oklahoma, departing on November 23, 2025 at the age of 63. Billy leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Billy Joe Mays to show support.

Though Billy has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Donald Lee Mays and Patsy (Huse); his sons, Mason Mays of Norman and Morgan Mays of Atlanta, Georgia; and his siblings, Sheila VanBuskirk (Jim Evans), Rick Mays (Deb Mays), Ron Mays, Ronie Mays, David Mays and Rob Mays. He was also cherished by family members and friends.

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November 25, 2025

Chance Mullins wrote a sympathy message

“Billy Mays was the heart of the shop and through that avenue he changed the world in so many different ways. While I was a student, Billy took the time to chide and coach me and every other person who walked into the shop. He took many raw students and fostered them into the engineers of our society. Years later when I was hiring new grads, they all had to pass the Billy test. He never led anyone wrong or made anyone feel like a stranger. The world is a better place due to Billy Mays.”

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November 25, 2025

Dr. Youssef Hamidi wrote a sympathy message

“I was deeply saddened by the passing of Billy Mays. I first met him in spring 2001 when I joined the OU AME program. Over the years, I had countless interactions with him. Working in the machine shop from 2001 to 2005, I came to know and deeply appreciate his calm demeanor, smile, and unwavering positivity. Billy was always ready to help, find solutions, and support students. I will miss him and remember his “Hi gentlemen” greeting, holiday potlucks, and dedication to helping thousands succeed.”

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Primrose Funeral Service Chapel
1109 N Porter Ave, Norman, OK 73071

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