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Alvis Estill May

Alvis May Obituary

MAY Alvis Estill May, 86, was called home suddenly on April 4, 2008. He was born in Pikeville, Ky. Preceded in death by his wife Gladys, parents William Jefferson and Didema, 3 sisters and 4 brothers. He is survived by 1 brother, John (Bonnie) of Iowa; sister, Fonnie of Ky.; sister, Phyllis (Walter) of Oh.; 4 daughters, Linda, Lois, Deborah and Brenda; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. He was a veteran of WW II, a shriner and a member of the Magnolia Lodge. He and Gladys were the owners of May's Restaurant for many years. He was always full of laughter and enjoyed country music and playing his guitar. We would like to extend a special thank you to his 3 nieces for their love, support and generosity. Friends and family may call Friday from 5-9 p.m. at COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME, 4902 Zebulon Highway, Pikeville, Ky. 41501. Funeral will be held on Saturday with burial following at the family cemetery. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 9 to Apr. 10, 2008.

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John and Joy Shannon

April 10, 2008

Brenda,,,John and I are thinking of
you and your family during this time
John was very sad when he found out about your dad's death...
call us when you get home..
Love and Prayers

Holly Horn

April 10, 2008

Debbie -- You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

marsha wilson

April 9, 2008

Linda my prayers are with you and your family at this time of bereavement. But I remember how wonderful your Dad was and I know he is with our Heavenly father singing with the Heavenly Host.
Love You!!
Marsha (Loving) Wilson
and Darryl Wilson.

David J

April 9, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss.He always treated me with kindness.He always greeted me with a smile and never failed to talk to me.We talked about playing music and family.He was a good man and I know he will missed.
I will miss his kind words and I know his family will too.
HIS FRIEND

Lisa Fox

April 9, 2008

My Poppaw was one of the most loving men I have ever know. I used to LOVE to sit and listen to him sing and play his guitar. Our song was Squaws Along the Yukon, or Ooga Ooga Muska, as I called it. No matter how many times I asked him to sing it, he would always do it with a smile. Thursday night before he passed, I told him Ooga Ooga Mushka... his eyes lit up and he said I love you too!

He loved coming to the farm and picking fresh veggies and strawberries. He loved bacon sandwiches, coffee, and just a little something sweet! :-) He had nicknames for everyone, mine was Eesy, Brittany was Cricket, Brett was Jake, Luke was Lukeyy and Layla was Peanut.

He took me on my first real vacation. He loved to talk and tell stories. He loved his plaid pants and thin white tee shirts. He loved hugs.
He loved being outside and having a garden when he was able.

He will be missed, but I know he is in a better place.


I know he loved me and my kids and we will all miss him dearly.

Terry Moore

April 9, 2008

I will always remember Al as being quick to smile and laugh. He enjoyed telling stories over coffee. He knew the wisdom of gentle words and was the kindest man I have ever known. His heart was as big as the Kentucky hills he knew and loved. I have lost a friend. May God's will for him be complete, and God's favor ever rest upon him. Blessings.

Our thoughts and prayers will be with his family and friends during this time.

Glenna Milligan

April 9, 2008

Mom and I send our sympathy and prayers to the family. She wishes she could be there but is unable to travel. You'll be in our thoughts.

Your aunt and your cousin

Marijean McKnight

April 9, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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