Andrew Dean Maye

Andrew “Dean” Maye, age 89, of the Ellendale Community, Taylorsville passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at his residence. He was born on August 22, 1930 in Watauga County, the son of the late Mac and Ida Maye. During his career, Dean was a bus driver for 29 years for the county schools. He was a hard worker, always providing for his family. Whether it was farming, raising chickens, or growing the biggest sweet potatoes. He was a good man, always honest and truthful. Dean served in the National Guard and was a faithful member at Poplar Springs Baptist Church for 54 years. He loved to play a variety of instruments, including the banjo and guitar, in several gospel groups. Dean loved all animals, including his three dogs. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Helen Moody Maye; grandson Micheal Maye; one brother; and several sisters.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters Wanda Stafford & husband David and Kimberly Wooten & husband David of Ellendale; sons Kenneth Maye & wife Ann of Vashti and Randy Maye of the home; sister Mary Kate Withers of Hudson; along with a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 from 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm at Poplar Springs Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with the Rev. Allen Fox and Rev. Rick Safriet officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.