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Robert May Obituary
Robert Paul May, 77, of Southport, Connecticut died peacefully at home on Saturday, December 21, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born on February 28,1947 in Bellport, NY to Werner and Helen May. A career special educator for 35 years in the Westport Public Schools, Bob was a beloved teacher to countless students and a respected peer among his colleagues. Quick to make others laugh, and extraordinarily generous with his patience and presence, Bob will be remembered with laughter and love by all who knew him.
Bob is predeceased by his parents and his younger brothers Bruce, Werner, and Daniel May. He is survived by his older brother, Richard May; his children, Morgan May and Whitney Buckley and their spouses; his four cherished grandchildren; and a wide circle of family and friends.
The family will offer visitation on Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., followed by a service to celebrate his life at 12 p.m. at Spear Miller Funeral Home in Fairfield, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Operation Hope of Fairfield in Bob's honor.
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