Obituary of James Mayo

It is with great sadness the family of Jim Mayo announce his passing at Burin Peninsula Health Care Center on July 11,  2025 at the age of 53 years.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories mom Eliza, sister Sandra Mayo both of Creston South; nephews  Bradley, Sheldon (Ashley); niece Samantha ( Shawn Sheppard); great-nephews & nieces Wheeler Mayo, Savannah Mayo, Sophia Mayo, Braden Mayo  plus a large circle of other family and friends.

Predeceased by father walter Mayo; sister Mary; brother-in-law Allan Spencer.

Jim had a gift for fixing anything with a motor—cars, motorcycles, trucks, lawnmowers—and a love for riding dirt bikes & motorcycles. He was never far from the smell of gas and the hum of an engine. If you had the time—or even if you didn’t—Jim could talk your ear off about anything mechanical. He had stories for days, and a way of making you feel like part of the story, even if it was your first time in the garage or his first time in your garage. Jim didn’t ask for much. He found happiness in simple things: a well-tuned carburetor, a smooth gear shift, a perfectly timed engine. He wasn’t flashy, but he was steady, loyal, and full of grit. At Jim’s request, there will be no service or formal gathering. His family is honoring his wishes with a private cremation. He’ll be missed in every garage, every trail, and every moment someone turns the key and remembers his voice saying, “Now that’s how it’s supposed to sound.”

In lieu of flowers or donations in his honor, take a ride, turn a wrench, and don’t forget to double-check your oil and clean your battery posts and check those connections!!! We got it from here Jim, Until next time.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin.

“We listen. We learn. We walk with you.”

 

 

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