It is with heartfelt sympathy that Boyd & Royster Funeral Services announces the passing of Ms. Josemilia Bayoh, age 50, of Macon, North Carolina, who departed this life on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at her residence.

A Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 2:00pm in the chapel of Boyd & Royster.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories her children, Zshaniqua of New Jersey, and Zshykira, Jaylah, and Jayce, formerly of the home and now residing in Charlotte, North Carolina; her devoted fiancé, Robert Elam, Jr.; her father, Joseph Bayoh (Haja); her sisters, Tammy Powell of New Jersey, Tritobia Bayoh of Charlotte, North Carolina, Lena Isha Pratt-Bobo (Dasan), Halima Bayoh, and her brother, Yusif Bayoh, all of Maryland; Joshua, Benjamin, and Daniel; her nieces, Tabitha, I'Tiana (who was lovingly named after her), and Ava; her great-nieces and great-nephews, Danny, Jr., Daniel, Jr., I'Yana, Day'vion, and Destinee; her aunts, Justina Shepard, Mary Brown, and Maggie Hargrove; and her uncle, Walter Powell;her special friends, Sonya, Kerry, Chennoa, and Anthony Fields, whom she affectionately called her "dawg," fishing buddy, and best friend;her special nurse and mentor, Christina Lynch-Shearin, along with a host of beloved cousins, countless friends, and all whose lives were touched by her love, kindness, and enduring spirit.

We extend our sincere condolences to the Bayoh family during this difficult time and ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Professional Services entrusted to Boyd & Royster Funeral Services.