Floyd R. Mays, Sr. was born on November 27, 1942, in Round Rock, Texas to the late Jeanette Cleveland Mays and Roger Mays, Sr. He accepted Christ at an early age at Sweet Home Baptist Church.
He graduated from Hopewell School in Round Rock, Texas and worked until he was drafted into the United States Army. After serving two years, Floyd joined the United States Navy. He served his country in the Vietnam War. He was a crew member on the Strike Assault Boat Squadron (STABRON) 20 serving on Racing Danger 14 deemed The Fastest Boats in Vietnam 1969-1970 (2nd Captain EN3 and 1st Engineman (EN3) Because of his valor, he is known as a true Vietnam hero.
After the war, Floyd was stationed in Kingsville, Texas, where he met Rogelina P. Allen. They had three children; Tanya Mays, Floyd Mays, Jr. and Theresa Mays between duty stations in Kingsville, TX, Long Beach, California and San Diego, CA.
Floyd completed his military career retiring as a Chief Petty Officer (E7) from the United States Navy. Floyd continued working Civil Service for the Federal Government after retiring,
then decided to pursue work around his home delighting in working on cars and teaching others.
Floyd was affectionately known as “Papa” to many young people in San Diego. He enjoyed having family and friends over for gatherings for barbecues.
On March 22, 2023, Floyd Mays, Sr. was called to be with The Lord, Jesus Christ.
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents; Roger Mays, Sr. and Jeanette Cleveland Mays, brothers; William Robinson, Dan I. Mays, Ernest Mays, sisters; Minneola Scott, Dora Fowler Mays, daughter; Tanya Mays-Williams, step-son; Kevin Spelmon, and grandson; Tyree Manor.
He leaves his legacy to be cherished by his siblings; Roger Mays, Sr., Paralee Sanders, Vernetta Seamster, Loyd Mays, and Boyd Mays, children; Floyd Mays, Jr., Theresa Mays, step-daughter Shalonda Spelmon, grand and great-grandchildren; Sherry Allen, Kih’Arrah, Tavaris, Jr., Cymiah, Tempestt Allen, Nasir, Makai, Alona, Dante Carter, Brandon Carter, Kevin Mitchell, Kevon Mitchell, Jamal Dickerson Nyasia, Malaki, J, Antonio Williams, Jr., Ari Williams, Jonas Mays, LaMarr Crowder, Jr., Kai and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
