Lois

Starks-Mayes

Mrs. Lois Starks Mayes was born on August 22, 1962, to Irene and Jonah Starls in Griffin, Georgia. She departed this life peacefully on September 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, of more than 40 yeras, Jackie Mayes; her parents, Jonah and Irene Starks; her brothers, Freddie Starks and Terry Starks, and her sister, Joann K. Evans.

Lois wass educated at Fiarmont High School and was a faithful member of Bethel Grove CME Church. She worked for five years at Holiday Inn in the Housekeeping Department, where she was known for her strong work ethic and kind spirit.

Lois married the love of her life, Jackie Mayes, and together they shared a beautiful union that brought forth two children. She found joy in fishing, listening to music, and baking. She enjoyed the simple pleasures that she often shared with those around her.

Mrs. Lois Starks Mayes leaves to cherish her precious memories her son, Taress (Peggy) Turnipseed; her daughter, Jasmine Mayes (Larry); her bonus father, Arthur Lee (Linda) O'Neal; sisters, Ruby (Rodney) Hollis, Sarah (Kenny) Starks, and Elaine Reid; goddaughters, Scherika King and Audrea Dickinson; special friends, Tanza Maddox and Stacy Cole; 5 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly.

Visitation for Mrs. Mayes will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. A Home Going Celebration will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Bethel Grove CME Church. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Bethel Grove Church Cemetery. Pastoe Lmaont Johnson is the Eulogist.