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Robert L. May Jr.

Robert May Obituary

Brockton Robert L. BJ May Jr., 29 years, of Brockton, died unexpectedly May 23, 2008. Son of Robert L. Sr. and Frances J. (Holmes) May, born at the New London/Groton Naval Submarine Base in Groton, Conn., he was raised in Brockton and was a 1997 graduate of Southeastern Regional Vocational Tech. Rob had been employed as a plumber for various companies in the Brockton and South Shore area. He was an avid fisherman and also enjoyed sports. He is also survived by a son, Joshuah L. Ricciardi-May; a sister, Kimberley L. May of Brockton; his grandmothers, Sito Charline (May) Balmes of Brockton and Shirley (Holmes) Grassa of Somerville; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Visiting hours will be held Thursday at the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, 4-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations in memory of Rob may be made to the Joshuah L. Ricciardi-May Fund, c/o HarborOne Credit Union, 1601 Main St., Brockton, MA 02301. For condolences and directions, www.conleyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on May 27, 2008.

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Bob Abbott

January 23, 2018

You were a good man and a nice person thats for sure !!! Glad I got to know you in my life (along with your wife ) Thank You ,Bob Abbott

Bob,Fran,Kim,Rachel,Skyla and Joshuah

June 10, 2008

We would like to say Thank You to Everyone for there condolences, prays, and contributions during this difficult time in our life.

R.I.P. Rob/B.J. until we meet again....

Joe Racicot

June 4, 2008

Remember when we all were happy
the days of youth and fun. Take the good and take the bad we all accept as one.Times have changed and we all know that happiness still.Cherish the thoughts and memories of those times, as we all pray for BJ.

Linda and Joseph Molleur

June 1, 2008

Dearest Bob, Fran, and Kim,
Every time we remember BJ, we will think "Big Joy." We will never forget when he helped us move into our Sommerville apartment. He was 12 or 13 and "all knees and elbows"--but so eager to help out. That was our dear BJ.
We Love You.

Mary P LTC

May 29, 2008

Dear Bob, Fran & Kim, May God Bless you. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Diane ~ LTC

May 29, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Melissa & Cori Demastrie

May 29, 2008

Autie Franny, Uncle Bob and Kim,

I am honestly at a lost for words for the news of my cousin BJ. I remember visiting you and the cutestest little blonde haired boy running around. I am sending you all my love and prayers. I love you all very much.

Linda Thibodeau, LTC member

May 29, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carol and Roger Demastrie

May 28, 2008

Bob, Frannie, Kim
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of B J . We know there is nothing we can do or say to ease the pain you feel.
He is with god now and at peace.

teresa sutton

May 28, 2008

fran, bob and kimmie, i'm so sorry, bj will always be by our side. i asked john to take care of him for everyone and keep him safe till we all meet again. love teresa

Lisa Vincent

May 28, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

lee (phyllis' sister) brown

May 28, 2008

Fran and Bob,

I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to make you feel better. Just know that people care for you. Take one day at a time.

Celia (Bigelow) Forth

May 28, 2008

Bob, Frannie, & Kimmie, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that God has taken him home to a better place. BJ will always be with you all. If you listen to the breeze, you will hear him wisper to you. I love you all and will keep you in my prayers. Love

Sue (Benvie) Lienard

May 28, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Michael Demastrie

May 28, 2008

Bob, Fran, and Kim,

Rarely a day goes by where I don't recall with fondness and gratitude the time when you let me into your family for a little while. My heart is broken to think that your kind family should ever have to feel such sadness. I want you to know that the four of you have influenced my life and that BJ was part of one the biggest acts of kindness that I have ever received. My thoughts continue to be with you.

Doddy Bigelow

May 28, 2008

As evening fell
You left for reasons
No-one understands
As we reach to embrace you
We are left with praying hands
A life lived
As short as a morning mist
Souly loved
Always missed
We look to the sky
And fall upon broken knees
We pray for smiles
The laughter
That was to come
We will never ever forget you
Our loving Son


I'm sorry Auntie Keefee and Dr.Bob and Kimmie for your loss and I will always love you all. Jason and I send our deepest sympathy and our love.

Susan Oakes

May 27, 2008

Bob, Fran & Kim,
~My heart goes out to you~Just remember he will always be with you~

Chrissy Sheppard- Klecman

May 27, 2008

Dear Bob, Fran, and Kim,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

TERESA sutton

May 27, 2008

DEAR BOB FRAN,& KIM, MY THOUGTHS AND HEART IS WITH ALL OF YOU, YOU WILL NEVER FORGET THE WONDERFULL MEMORIES YOU HAD WITH BJ, WE LOVE YOU AND WE ARE THINKING OF YOU'S, LOVE [NONNIE BIGELOW] AND AUNT WEEZIE [LOUISE]

Connie/Steve Sheppard

May 27, 2008

Bob, Fran and Kim
We are so sorry for your loss. I don't even know what to say to you right now.We will keep your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord give you the courage and strength that you will need in coming months. Please know that we are here if you need anything at all. I wish I had some magic words that I could write but nothing seems appropriate right now. We will just pray for you and be here for you. Trust that the Lord has taken him home to a better place but that he will always be with you. Please, please don't hesitate to call us if you need anything at all or you just want to talk. We love you guys!
Steve & Connie
207-647-3277

Brian and Carla McLaughlin

May 27, 2008

Bob, Fran & Kim
Our prayers and our tears are with you.

Brian and Carla McLaughlin

May 27, 2008

Bob & Fran
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Clare Lynch

May 27, 2008

Dear Bob, Fran and Kimberly,
May you feel Gods loving arms around your shoulders and know that He is holding your Rob in his arms. He is safe.
Clare, LTC

Liisa Bennett (Learn to Cope)

May 27, 2008

May memories of your son sustain you in this moment of sorrow -
Prayers and thoughts are with you always....

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