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Mrs Janice Jennifer Mayo

04/29/1945 - 04/04/2021

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Obituary For Mrs Janice Jennifer Mayo

Our loving mother, Janice Jennifer Mayo, was called into eternal life on Sunday, April 4, 2021. She was born April 29, 1945 in Glen Rogers, WV to the late William W. and Fannie K. Amar.

Janice devoted her life to caring for her family. She married her late husband, William U. Mayo Sr. on September 25, 1964 in Washington, DC. They birthed five wonderful children and cared for two grandchildren throughout their marriage. In her early years, she enjoyed bowling in her free time. Janice accepted Christ at a young age, and she drew nearer to him as her time on earth came to an end. She was a member of Heart of God Ministries under the tutelage of Bishop Fred T. Simms.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Karen Lawson, Mimette Mayo, and Da’Shauna Dean; sons, William “Dink”, David Stefon and Nathaniel Mayo; grandchildren Chaundra, David, Jennifer, Tiffney, Andrew, Quintin, Jahaun, Nastazia, Aujunee, and Stefoney; great-grandchildren, Tatianna, Alanna, Skylar, Amiya, Ayden, Helena, Aaryn, Amelia, James, Jael, Ta’hari, and Zo’livia; and brother, James (Doris) Amar. She was preceded in death by husband, William U. Mayo Sr; son, Reginald “Reggie” Mayo; five brothers, Robert, Samuel, William, Thomas, and Doug Amar; four sisters, Mary Amar, Racine Green, Reola Amar, and Cynthia “Moochie” Amison; grandchild, Qouvarvis Mayo great-grandson, Aries Massey and special friends, Audrey Totten and Violet Hickman.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Heart of God Ministries 1703 S. Kanawha St., Beckley with Bishop Fred T. Simms officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing gloves and masks and observing social distancing, may view one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Inc. 748 S. Fayette Street, Beckley, WV 25801

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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04/10/2021

Eileen Washington

To the Mayo family. May God be with you during your time of sorrow. CLIFFORD AND EILEEN WASHINGTON
04/08/2021

Charlene Davis

So sorry for your loss. May God give the family the strength to get through this difficult time. -Charlene Davis and Family
04/07/2021

Doretha Hicks

May God Give Peace To The Soul My condolences to Karen Mayo and family Elder Duane & Doretha Hicks
04/07/2021

Doretha Hicks

Aunt Janice, Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear. Doretha Hicks and Family
04/07/2021

Tamika Amar Banks

Aunt Janice was always the bridge that connected Tyrone and I since the passing of our father, her brother Tyrone aka Doug. She would always be so happy to see us until she cried. I will always remember and love her for that. She will be forever loved and forever missed. Tamika Amar Banks
04/06/2021

Charlotte Hickman paris and family

Paris family sending love prayers and condolences . She was always. Sweet lady that was kind . She will be missed.
04/06/2021

Doretha Hicks

Aunt Janice, There are no goodbyes, where ever you'll be, you'll always be in my heart.
04/06/2021

Theresa Manns

Mrs. Janice was always a sweet and big hearted lady. She always made you feel welcome. May the Lord always send strength and comfort today and the days to come love y'all Theresa Manns and family