Francis David May

Francis David May obituary

Francis David May

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7565 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209

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20

Celebration of Life

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Francis May Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services - Nashville on Sep. 11, 2025.

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Francis David May, Sr. "Frank" – Age 82, of West Nashville, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at his residence.

He is preceded in death by his son, Donald Ray May, Sr.; parents, Harry and Ada May; his siblings, Gordon, Gary, Geneva, Gladys, Gail, Georgianna, and Grace.

Frank is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty May; his children, Mike (Paula) May, Kelly (Bubba) Turner, Francis May, Jr., Chris (Tara) May, and Kimberly May; grandchildren, Angel, Breana, Everett, Joey, Frankie, Heather, Lindsey, Christian, Gary, Andrew, Kensley, DJ, and Madison; 18 great grandchildren; his sister, Gwen; and a host of extended family members and friends.

Frank retired from Aladdin Industries after 51 years of services. He was an avid sports and horse racing fan. He enjoyed reading, gambling, and loved spending time with his family.

A celebration of Frank's life will be held on Saturday, September 20,2025, at 1PM, at Western Hills Church, located at 7565 Charlotte Pike. A private family interment will be at the Middle TN Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Visitation with the May family will be on Saturday, September 20th from 10AM until the service time at 1PM, at the church.

Arrangements in the care of Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services, 6949 Charlotte Pike, Suite 104 (615) 857-9955. We are proud to be West Nashville & Bellevue's only locally owned and operated burial & cremation provider.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

20

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Western Hills Church

7565 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209

Send Flowers

Sep

20

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Western Hills Church

7565 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.