Alaya Briana Maez

In Loving Memory of Alaya Maez

September 24, 2005 – September 19, 2026

Alaya Maez, age 20, passed away on September 19, 2026. Born on September 24, 2005, Alaya brought an unmatched light, a vibrant spirit, and a joyful, playful energy to the lives of everyone she touched. Known for her bright personality and ability to fill a room with laughter, she had a natural gift for lifting the spirits of those around her. With a deeply compassionate heart, Alaya cherished caring for children and held bright dreams of pursuing a career in the medical field dedicated to their care.

She was a devoted and loving mother to her child, Akari Maez.

Alaya’s memory will be deeply cherished by her parents, Tara & Lenny Maez, and John Baldwin. She leaves behind her beloved siblings: Aariah Baldwin, Aiden Baldwin, Mykala, Arianna, Troy Maez, and Kasha Payne.

She is lovingly remembered by her grandparents, Vernon Ward (preceded in death by her grandmother Yvonne Ward), Vickie & Sylvester Childs, John & Lisa Baldwin, and Pamela Maez (preceded in death by her grandfather Anthony Maez).

Alaya is also survived by a large and loving extended family of aunts and uncles, including Tim (Helena) Maez, Andy (Emily) Maez, Melissa (David) Tharp, Tony Maez, Kimberly Maez, Steve Maez, Sharon (Jarrell) Poole, Paul Pace, Joe (Emma) Pace, the late David Pace, Tony Pace, and Paul Pace Jr., alongside Diona Laremore, Marcus Baldwin, Chris Baldwin, Isaiah Baldwin, Paris Childs, and Kanisha Easley, as well as many other cherished aunts, uncles, relatives, and friends.

Please note: Services will be private and open to family and close friends only.

Though her time here was far too short, Alaya’s joyful spirit and radiant heart will live on forever in the lives of those who loved her.

Service October 1, 2026 

Viewing 10AM 

Service 11AM 

Laymen Chapel CME Church 303 S. Kenmore St. 

Fairview Cemetery  

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