Dillon W. Mayes, 18, passed away September 9, 2017. He was born to Kristina Mayes and Paul Mayes on February 9, 1999. Dillon graduated from Monroe High School in 2017. He was a member of the marching band and concert band throughout high school, playing the french horn. Dillon was a freshman at Northern Kentucky University majoring in music education. He was a member of Young Life, enjoyed playing volleyball and was a friend and inspiration to others. Dillon always had a smile on his face and positive outlook on life and his friends remember him that way. He is survived by his mother Kristina Mayes (Dave Cooper); father Paul Mayes; brothers Devin Mayes, Jacob Mayes; grandparents Sharon Lovett, George Mayes, Sabrina Mayes and numerous family and friends. He was preceded in death by cousin Jason Aliff. A visitation will be held at Ivey Funeral Home on Thursday, September 14, 2017 from 11am-12pm with a funeral service to follow at 12pm. Burial to take place at Mound Cemetery. [more]