Christopher Mayes Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Christopher Mayes 43, of Peoria IL, passed away Monday October 12, 2015 at 1:50 a.m. He was born March 03, 1972 in St. Louis Mo. to Charles E. Washington Sr. and Betty J Wiley. They both survive. Christopher was an excellent father, drummer, poet, and comedian. He loved spending time with his family, he was an excellent cook and especially loved to cook barbecue. Christopher loved basketball, and to dress, he had to have a baseball cap to go along with his outfit. He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his wife Tracy Rutherford of Peoria, one son Montarious Mayes, three daughters Chrishonna Mayes, Christiana Mayes and Brittney Rutherford all of Peoria, four brothers Maurice Bank of St .Louis, Mo. Charles (Britnay) Washington Jr. of Peoria, Victor (Shanta) Washington of Minneapolis, Mn. Alfred Washington of Peoria,Il , four sisters Charlene(Thomas) Douglas of St. Louis, Mo Cassandra Morris, Letreauna Washington, Tiressa (Randolph) Johnson all of Peoria. One granddaughter, Zamyrah Rutherford. Along with a host of other family member and friends who will miss him. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Mary L. Brown Services will be held Saturday October 17, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. with visitation commencing one hour prior at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Olive Community Church where Pastor Charles Brown will officiate. Interment will be private. Professional and caring services entrusted to T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel. Online condolences and words of encouragement can be made at www.twparkschapel.com

Christopher Mayes

March 3, 1972 - October 12, 2015