Jolinda Lewelling Mays, born February 9, 1936, passed away in her home on July 19, 2020, surrounded by family. A graduate of West High School (class of 1954), Jolinda worked at Oak Ridge Institute of Nuclear Studies and at TVA, where she retired. She was preceded in death by husband John R. Mays, parents Thomas D. and Vela Lewelling, and sister Ruby Alfrey (Paul). She is survived by her daughter Cindy Nichols (Nick) and son Thomas Mays (Noemi); Grandchildren Brittany Alattabi (Zaid), Trey Nichols (Sarah), Jason Mays (Savannah), and Casey Mays. Special thanks to cousin Albert King, the Friendship Circle at Second United Methodist Church of Knoxville, and caregivers Kesha, Angie, Teresa, Teri, all others who’ve helped over the last few years, and to the loving care provided by her granddaughter Brittany in her final hours. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Jolinda’s home church, Heiskell United Methodist Church (PO Box 166, Heiskell, TN 37754-0166), or Second United Methodist Church of Knoxville (1524 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921). Friends may call at their convenience from 2pm-6pm on Tuesday at Weaver Funeral Home. Family and friends will meet at Bell's Campground Cemetery Wednesday at 9:15 am for a 9:30 am interment.
