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To Deborah Mays: I write to express my sincere condolences for your loss. I also want to share with you about an encounter that I had with your husband last September. I was returning home, on the last leg of a long journey from Europe to Tampa. Billy was returning home from New York to Tampa via Newark Airport. I think he was in a meeting for his upcoming new reality show on Discovery channel, but I cannot say for sure. He was the last one to board and was seated next to me. We introduced ourselves and sat back for what turned out to be a most interesting conversation. It opened with his showing me a couple of nice watches that he had just purchased, but quickly evolved into much more. Like literally millions of other people, I knew who Billy Mays the professional was from television. But of course, I did not (and do not) know the real man. However, he gave me glimpses into what was really important to him. While we touched on an array of topics, what he lit up about the most was you and your daughter. He shared with me the excitement he felt about building a new home for the three of you in Greenville-Spartanburg, SC. What I want to convey to you overall is his expressed love for you. I am a 50-something fellow, so perhaps he felt I could relate. At the end of our journey, Billy gave me his card and told me to write or call “if I ever needed anything. I sincerely believe he meant it. There were times that I was tempted to write him this past year, but only to say hello and to satisfy my curiosity as to how the home was coming along, whether he ever investigated StrengthsFinder 2.0, and whether he still liked the Sprite-orange juice combination that he tried at my suggestion. I opted not to write because I figured his private world was encroached enough and the very thing I liked most about him was that he treasured the private world of the three of you. Deborah – I wish you peace in understanding, knowing that you were both loved by Billy. Kind regards, Mark Hanigan


Posted by: Mark Hanigan Palm Harbor, FL   July 19, 2009


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Our deepest condolences are sent to the family and friends of Billy Mays. He looked like such a great person and we loved his commercials. May God Bless you all at this very difficult time.


Posted by: Kathy Scott    July 13, 2009


I could tell he was a wonderful man just by watching him...Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.


Posted by: K. Evans Conyers, GA   July 05, 2009


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Miss ur Mighty Putty commercial


Posted by: Stones    July 04, 2009


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Billy was a great person and helped spread passion about inventing things and then broadcasting them on TV for so many. He did a great job and also on Pitchmen I was able to see his real humor even behind the scenes. He will always be remembered. God bless you Billy and thanks again for all things that you have shown us! Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and many fans out there.


Posted by: Kevin McLeod    July 04, 2009


Your voice carried explosive decibels which had me covering my ears.... but I heard you were a very generous person with a huge heart. God Bless Billy


Posted by: Richelle Buena Park, CA   July 03, 2009


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you are my childrens idol,they immitate your commercial everytime they see your product. u will always be in our heart


Posted by: magz los angeles, CA   July 02, 2009


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The Frazier Family here. We will miss you, Billy Mays. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Mays Family. God Bless, The Frazier Family @ Mt. Vernon, Virginia


Posted by: Cookie Frazier    July 02, 2009


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you will be missed


Posted by: bettye allen    July 02, 2009


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To the family of Billy Mays, Thank you for sharing your husband and father with world. I have bought several products that Billy advertised. His friendly face and wonderful smile will certainly be missed by all.


Posted by: Deb    July 01, 2009





Billy  Mays
Billy Mays

TV pitchman found dead at home


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