Debra Jane May

Debra Jane May obituary

Debra Jane May

Debra May Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fohn Funeral Home - Cassville on Oct. 29, 2025.

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Debra Jane May, age 70, of Exeter, Missouri passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at CoxHealth Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri.

She was born in California on February 25, 1955 the daughter of Albert and Josephine Reil. On September 28, 2017 in Reno, Nevada she was united in marriage to Jimmie Dale May, Sr., who preceded her in death on July 22, 2024. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one brother and one sister.

Surviving are one son, Lee Seavy of Albany, Oregon; one daughter, Regina Marie Hamdan of Central, South Carolina; seven grandchildren and many local friends.

Debra grew up in California. She was employed by several restaurants as a waitress. Debra moved to Exeter six years ago, coming from California. Debra will be missed by all who knew her.

Private services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141

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