1931-2015 Samuel “Sonny” May, Sr., age 84, peacefully passed away on April 18, 2015. Samuel was born on January 18, 1931 in Chester, PA to James May, Sr. and Phyllis (Caratello) May. He was the long-time owner of May’s Water Ice and Christmas Trees. Mr. May was an avid sports fan and was inducted into Delaware County Old Timers Sports Hall of Fame in 1986. Business manager of Greenhalgh Pipers of Chester Majors Softball League, he was a devoted baseball fan, coin collector and basketball coach of the VFW 3448 of the Chester Rec. League. Preceded in death by his siblings: John, Frances May Greenhalgh, Dominic and George. Survivors: His loving wife of 63 years: Geraldine Carol (Jones) May; next of kin: Angeline (May) Evers; Frank E. May, Sr. (Maureen), James May, Jr. (Betty-Lou), Paul Jones, Sr. (Carmella), and Carl Jones, Jr.; sons: Samuel Jr. (Diana), John (Peggy), Francis, and Kevin (Christine); 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation: Thursday from 6-9pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home Ltd., 5980 Chichester Ave, Aston, PA. and Friday from 9:15-10:15am at St. Katharine Drexel Church, 20th St. & Providence Ave., Chester. Funeral Mass: Friday at 10:30am at St. Katharine Drexel Church. Burial: Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery, Linwood. In lieu of flowers: donations can be made to CADES (a non-profit organization serving children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities), 401 Rutgers Ave., Swarthmore, PA 19081or www.cades.org. Condolences: www.nolanfidale.com.
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SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I'LL REMEMBER THE GREAT ADVICE YOU GAVE ME.
james Springfield
May 18, 2015
Carol and family,
It was very sad to hear Sonny went Home while I was out of town. You all will be in our prayers.
Dennis Deitch
May 1, 2015
My condolences to the May family. Chester lost a Great Man.
Pat O'konski
April 25, 2015
Carol and may family
Sorry about the loss of sonny .he was a wonderful husband father and friend to all . He will be missed.
Prayers Judy lupi
Anne and Georgie and eric
April 23, 2015
Loved him!!!He fed my kids DINNER at least 3x' s a week. Lemon and cherry mix,and pretzel for a side!!! He will be missed!!!
Marie Nickerson
April 23, 2015
Carol and Family
My sincere heartfelt sympathy to the May family. Sonny was a special friend to our family and will be truly missed. There will always be a special place in our hearts for the Love He gave and the many good times shared.
Toni Iacono Conte
Toni Conte
April 23, 2015
To Carol, and the May family,
It was a pleasure knowing Sonny over many years. Our condolences and prayers go out to you. When we closed a visit with Sonny he would always close our conversations with
"God Bless You". May your memories bring you joy and peace. "The Jarrard's"
Winston & Debbie
April 22, 2015
Sorry for your loss
Mary Bonacquisti
April 22, 2015
It is amazing as I read down the page and see how many people from other states, respond to the passing of Mr. May. How they remember him, his Water Ice Truck in and around Chester, especially down at Memorial Park at the baseball games. Me myself can still see the truck with a picture of a water ice and the prices of 10, 15, and 25 cent on it. Him scooping up the ice with that flat scooper, keeping up with the demand of us children. Mr. May you were truly loved by so many. And you are already missed.
Robin Moon Stancil
April 22, 2015
My prayers and condolences go out to the May family. Heaven will welcome you and your wonderful Water Ice, especially the Lemon and Cherry mix. Rest in God's loving arms Mr. May.
Robin Moon Stancil
April 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Sonny was so good to our family. Chester has lost one of its best! Les & Sharon Brooks
Samuel May
April 22, 2015
You will be missed, Sonny. Your legacy lives on through your family, of which you should be most proud. My heart goes out to all the family members.
Bob Tennant
April 22, 2015
Mr. May was simply a great man and a Delaware County treasure. He was a fixture at our annual sports dinners for the Delaware County Athletes Hall of Fame. May angels lead him and the Good Lord provide comfort and strength to all who knew him and loved him.
Mike Iannacci
April 22, 2015
My condolences to the may family's n specially to his loving wife and family ,the Rodriguez n morell family
lala rodrguez
April 21, 2015
Dad your light will forever shine in our hearts. Just found out this evening that you were given 2 not 1, but 2 moments of silence @ the Annual DELCO Old Timers banquet. My heart aches to talk to you again. Love you.
Fran May
April 21, 2015
To Carol and Family,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Sonny, your dear husband and father, and our friend. He was a kind and generous man who opened his heart and his home to so many of us. He was larger than life. We are blessed to have known him and he will forever be a part of our lives.
Davie and Terry Mishalove
April 21, 2015
RIp Mr.Mays .The Chester Community will miss you.
April 21, 2015
Carol and Family. I am so sorry. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I loved Sonny, one of the kindest, most generous man I have ever known. God has another Angel by his side. Rest in Eternal Peace, Sonny.
Linda Peticca Sciarra
April 21, 2015
Mr. Samuel May, Sr. embraced the phrase that once adorned our mid city skyline "What Chester Makes, Makes Chester". He poured his love and finances into a city/community that he loved. He was untiring and dutiful, especially within the Parker Street area. Many people showed their appreciation to him by their longevity and continued patronage from childhood into adulthood at Mays Water Ice. You would often see cars from near and far waiting for a Mays Water Ice. Only smiles grace our face when we think of Mr. Samuel May. Hence, rest from your labor Mr. May; we will miss you tremendously!!!!.....Until we meet again!!!!
Martha Clark
April 21, 2015
I'm so sorry for loss. Your family are in my prayers.
Anissa Cleveland
April 21, 2015
A true Delco Legend. RIP Sonny. Thanks for the memories.
Bill Watson
April 21, 2015
Sam will be missed by his family,friends and our community.He was what you see,honest and transparent. L Luke Cellini MD
April 21, 2015
John sorry to hear about the lost of your father. May the peace of God surrounded you all
God bless
Martin Turner
Martin Turner
April 20, 2015
R.I.P. Uncle Sonny. You are gone but never forgotten. All my deepest sympathies to those you've left behind.
April 20, 2015
Love you forever and ever Uncle Sonny!! Oxox Phyllis
Phyllis Lynch
April 20, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Such a big loss for your family. I am praying that you find peace.
Judy Webb-fisher
April 20, 2015
May Brothers, So sorry for the loss of your father. I will keep your family in prayer.
Karen Chandler
April 20, 2015
R.I.P. Uncle Sonny.
Lee May
April 20, 2015
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