James R. Mayes, known to everyone as Randy, passed away on Feb 9th, 2021. He had a lifelong interest genealogy and loved to research his family ancestry back many generations. His main love in life were his grandchildren, he loved being a grandfather and nothing made him happier than time spent with them. He served his country with honor and pride in the United States Marine Corps.
He is survived in death by his sister, Monique Salamacha of Pittsburgh, PA, his children, Andrew, Normandy and Savannah, his grandchildren, Chloe, Noah, Sophia and Selena, all of Augusta, GA along with many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Earnest and Norma Mayes.
He will be laid to rest at West View Cemetery in Augusta. There will be a 1pm visitation on Saturday, Feb 13th, 2021 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home at 2524 Lumpkin Rd, Augusta GA 30906, followed by a graveside service at West View Cemetery at 2pm.