Greenville – James “Sawdust” Mayes, age 78 of Greenville died on April 16, 2022 at his residence in Greenville. He was born on November 19, 1943 in Muhlenberg County, He was a retired truck driver and mechanic. He was preceded in death by his father Clifford Mayes, mother Anna Kimmell (Mayes).
He is survived by his wife of 29 years Cynthia (Piper) Mayes, Son Brian (Chasity) Piper, daughters Ashley (Allen) Richardson, Janet Moore, and Judy Mayes. Grandchildren Clayton Piper, Tinsley Piper, Bryson Piper, and Sister Dorothy Brooks.
Visitation services will held on Monday April 18, 2022 from 12:00 Noon – 2:00PM at Tucker Funeral home in Central City. Tucker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online Condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com