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Eugene May Obituary
1943 - 2018
Dr. Eugene Shannon May, age 74, of Columbus, Ohio, died peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2018. He was born on April 9, 1943 in Massachusetts to the late R. Eugene May and Dorothy Shannon May. Eugene was a graduate of Cleveland St. Edwards High School, The Ohio State University and The Ohio State College of Medicine in 1967. He established the prestigious Ohio Gastroenterology Group. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Karen May Thorpe and brother-in-law George D. Kyriazes. Left to recall his memory, he is survived by his loving wife, Ileana; sons, Michael May, David (Amber) May; daughter, Kathleen (Paul) Ventling; step son, Dr. Froylan Gonzalez; step daughter, Laura (Rod) Simpson; granddaughter, Tullia Ventling; step granddaughters, Sofia and Natalie Simpson, Alexandria Saunders; and step grandson, Zane Miller; sisters, Mary Ellen May Salo (Don Carr), Marjorie (J David) Rawn, Sheila May, Terri (Gary) Rosenthal; and brother, James (Mary Steed) May; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 10700 Liberty Rd., Powell, Ohio, 43065. Memorial contributions may be made in Eugene's memory to: The National Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, Florida 33131.
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Kathy Rex
February 22, 2019
I just happened upoN Gene's Obituary. I'm very sorry for the the loss of this wonderful man and physician.
I first met Gene while singing with the St Thomas More Newman Center's Music Ministry. He was always happy and enjoying life. His friendship was a joy.
When my health became problematic, Gene became my Physician. I had no Insurance, means of payment, yet this didn't matter to Gene. He gave me the same loving, caring treatment as his paying patients. I will never forget how he treated me!
RIP Gene, you were loved and cared for.
John Steichen
January 25, 2019
Dear lleana,
I only met you once in Chicago when you and gene had lunch together
Gene was my oldest friend I still had contact with. We were band mates at st Edward high school. It was of great sadness I just learned of his passing. He was always a faithful friend. I share your grief. God bless you and his children. Sincerely. John p steichen DDs, ms. [email protected]
David B. McClure
January 17, 2018
Ileana - I am sorry for your loss. Dr. May was a great man and one of my favorite teachers. May our Lord comfort you, Dr. David McClure
Gabriel González
January 11, 2018
Mi más sentido pésame. Tuve el gusto de conocerlo en Colorado y verlo de nuevo en Atlanta. Descanse en paz. Ánimo para sus familiares.
Angela McClure Edwards
January 11, 2018
I am forever grateful for having our paths cross. May you rest in the Fathers arms.
Nurse Angela McClure Edwards
January 10, 2018
Dear Ileana, I am very sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow and give you strength to move forward.
Tom Wyatt
January 10, 2018
Dear David and Amber,
Jessie and I are holding you, your dear father, and family in our hearts. Sending much love, peace, and strength.
Roberta
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