We received an email from our classmate Terryll Brewer Gilliam notifying us that our valued classmate, Mabel Elizabeth (Beth) Bayless had passed away.  Terryll expained in some detail that she had known Beth since the first grade at Granville Elementary and they she was her whole life a sweet, nice and wonderful person and would be missed.  The RJR62 Class sends its deepest condolences to Beth's family and friends and we pray that she rest in peace.

Here is the obituary:

Mabel Elizabeth Bayless Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Mabel Elizabeth Bayless of Richmond, Virginia is shared. Mabel, born on August 23, 1944, passed away on September 20, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mabel Elizabeth Bayless to pay them a last tribute.

Mabel will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Mabel by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Mabel is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared 

We would invite anyone with additional information and comments to add them to this memory section