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Winston May Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

WINSTON MAY Winston May, age 70, died August 29, 2004 after a courageous battle with cancer. Winston was born in Delight, Arkansas, graduated from the University of Arkansas and was an avid "Razorback" fan. He was a member of the Roswell United Methodist Church and a member of the Shrine Temple in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Winston was in the poultry business since 1956 and absolutley loved his career. He has been General Manager of several plants and held numerous positions in the poultry business. He was Past President of the Georgia Poultry Federation, Georgia Processors Association, Life Member of the Georgia Poultry Leaders Roundtable. He was Vice- President of Transportation and Industry Relations with Crider, Inc. Winston touched the lives of so many people in his field as mentor and advisor. Winston is survived by his wife, Gayle May; brother and sister-in-law James and Joyce May of Murfreesboro, AR; daughter Carrie Gayle May of Sante Fe, NM; daughters and sons-in-law, Jim and Melanie Adamski of Orlando, FL, Bijan and Camelia Tamijani of Houston, TX; sons and daughters-in-law, Winston May II and Erika of Clarksville, AR, Gary and Louanne Gilley of Edgefield, SC, Ralphie May and fiance', Lahna Turner of Los Angeles, CA; 11 grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Winston May will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 at 11:00 AM at the Roswell United Methodist Church with Pastor Mike Long officiating. Interment will follow at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, 1200 Bailey Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404, (423-855-6590 at 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Portsbridge Hospice, 4598 Barclay Dr., Dunwoody, GA 30338. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6-8 PM with Masconic Honors provided at 8PM at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors 12050 Crabapple Road Roswell, GA30075 770-645-1414.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Aug. 31, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Winston May

18 Entries

Amanda May

October 20, 2004

I know what it is like to lose a loved one there is a weight in your heart that feels like it will never leave but it gets better it might take a while but it will happen my heart is with you and your family at your time of saddness i may only be 13 but i know your pain and i'mn sorry

Mike & Theresia Roth

September 22, 2004

Gayle: I am so truly sorry for your loss. I had no idea that Winston had passed away and if I'd known I would have been there for you. As you know, I had a major loss last year due to Cancer so I understand the pain that you have gone through. Please know that my heart is with you and if you need anything, please let us know. Winston was a truly kind person.

Linda Mixson Lyon

September 16, 2004

Winston May was a true gentleman who showed us all how to truly enjoy family, friends, and life.

Bill and Linda Lewallen

September 10, 2004

The poultry industry has lost a valued member and we have lost a special friend that will be long remembered. Our prayers are with you.

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Joel Ash

September 3, 2004

I will miss Winston, a true gentleman who always made me feel like I was his best friend.

Camellia May

September 2, 2004

I will always love you Daddy. See you later.

George and Betty Turk

September 2, 2004

Please except our condolences. Winston was a true friend and one his industry will remember.

Ellen Lyon Smith

August 31, 2004

To Gayle and Children:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a wonderful and loving husband and father you've had. We are all very lucky to have known him and to have been blessed with his friendship and love. The Guthrie's are right.......Smith Lake won't be the same without Winston there riding his tractor and loving every minute of it.

Glenn and Dewana May

August 31, 2004

As a first cousin, Winston always kept us updated with the family. We always loved and appreciated him for being so kind and keeping us as a part of his life. With sympathy to Gayle and all the family.

Brad Johnston

August 31, 2004

We will all miss Winston. He was a fine gentleman and a pleasure to do business with.

Claudette Aycock

August 31, 2004

My deepest sympathy to all the family. I enjoyed working with Winston and seeing him over the years. He will be missed.

James and Barbara Scroggs

August 31, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Winston was much loved and will be long remembered by our entire family. We love you all.

Ellyn Foltz

August 31, 2004

Dear Gayle,

Although we didn't know Winston personally we certainly did know that you loved and respected him dearly. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ellyn, Paul and Ashby Foltz

ken and rita guthrie

August 31, 2004

A true friend and almost-relative. Smith Lake won't be the same.

Carrie May

August 31, 2004

I Love You Daddy

Joyce & Calvin Derrick

August 31, 2004

Our sympathy is with you and your family during this time. We did not know Mr. May, but are good friends of Gary & Louanne and have been praying for him during his illness. May God's blessings continue for all of you.

Staff of Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.

August 31, 2004

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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