April 12, 2026, 76, Goldsboro – Michael Ray Mayes, 76, died peacefully at his residence Sunday morning, April 12, 2026, with his wife of 55 years by his side. A native of Whiteville, N. C., he was the son of the late Rembert E. and Mary Gurley Mayes.
Mike served his community as a member of the Goldsboro Downtown Lions Club with his wife Barbara.
Mike served his country as a member of the Army National Guard for 40 years. He cherished the friendships he developed over the years. His National Guard buddies where his brothers.
A service to celebrate the life of Mike will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. Rev. Curtis Shirley will officiate the service. Friends and Family are requested to meet at Seymour Funeral Home no later than 1:20 p.m. to prepare for the procession to the cemetery.
Mike is survived by his wife, Barbara St. George Mayes; son, Brian Mayes; grandchildren, Courtney and Willow Mayes; and sister, Carol Miller.
The family’s request to honor Mike that donations be made to Goldsboro Downtown Lions Club, P. O. Box 1413, Goldsboro, NC 27533.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
