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Michael May Obituary
August 2, 1945 - March 8, 2019
After a courageous battle with dementia, Michael David May arrived at the feet of Jesus on March 8th, 2019 surrounded by his family.
Mike had a long career with the US Department of Agriculture from 1979-1995, and loved all the farmers he worked with and the relationships he built.
Among the loves of Mike's life included: his wife Linda, his daughters, grandkids & family, lifting weights, triathlons, the BSU Broncos, Fox News, all-you-can-eat buffets, Linda's homemade pizza, dessert, dessert, and more dessert with a cherry on top. Mike loved God and instilled this love in his kids and grandkids.
Mike joined his father, mother, and brother at the gates of heaven. Mike is survived by his sister Delores, his wife of 50 years, Linda, 2 daughters: Andrea Legarreta (Chandler), Suzanne Kimball (Jason), 4 grandkids: Dawson, Lauren, Avery and Colton, and many nieces and nephews.
The family cannot thank The Cottages of Emmett, Valor Health, Cascadia of Nampa, and Horizon Home Health & Hospice enough. The genuine love and care you gave to our Micky/Daddy/Poppy/Papa is beyond words. THANK YOU!
A celebration of Mike's life will be held on March 30, 2019 in Gooding, Idaho at the First Christian Church, 334 4th Ave. West, Gooding, ID.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association . . . and follow Mike's lead and remember "there's always room for dessert!"
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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March 22, 2019
Please accept my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your love one May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this time of sorry, may God promise for the future bring you peace
Hosea 13:14
March 22, 2019
To the family of Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.
March 21, 2019
Those who pass on God keep in his memory because he cares for them sorry for your loss.
Gail Etchart-Slagel
March 14, 2019
Linda Susie Andrea. Judy Shaver Just notified me of Mikes passing. Im so very sorry. God nudged me to pray for you folks today just out of the blue. Know that you are in my prayers and thoughts always.
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