Robert "Bob" May

Dr. Robert "Bob" May age 83 of Blue Bell, Pa. passed away peacefully on Aug. 14, 2013. Dr. May was born in Brooklyn NY to parents Samuel and Charlotte May. He was the beloved husband of Suzanne (Cohen) May for 54 years who passed away 6 years ago. He is survived by his sister Ruth Katz of Arizona, his 3 children and their spouses Jeffrey and Debbie May of Bethesda, MD, Cheryl and John Coleman of Lower Gwynedd, PA and Richard and Melanie May of Allentown, PA, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He is also survived by his close and dear friend Lois Seidman. Bob graduated medical school from the University of Chicago in 1957 then moved to the Philadelphia area to complete his internship at Philadelphia General Hospital then residency at Veteran's Administration Hospital. From there he joined Pennhill Urological Associates where he devoted his career to helping others. He held various positions with in the medical community as he was President of the Philadelphia Urologic Society, President of the Urological Society of Pennsylvania and President of the Medical Staff for Chestnut Hill hospital. After he retired from medicine Bob still continued to be involved as he was Medical Director for the office of Quality Management for Chestnut Hill Hospital. In addition to serving the medical community he was very active with the arts. He was a talented sculpture and also enjoyed painting and writing poetry. His love of art fostered his involvement with Woodmere Art Museum where over the years held various positions both as Vice- President and President. During retirement Bob enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. He enjoyed playing golf both here and at his home in Palm Desert California. He was a man that as soon as you met he made you feel welcome. He had a great sense of humor, enjoyed life to the fullest and was loved by all that knew him. He will be deeply missed by all. Relatives and friends were invited to attend a Memorial service at Meadowlands Country Club on Wednesday August 21st at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society of Philadelphia