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George Edward May

1945 - 2007

BORN

1945

DIED

2007

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George May Obituary

George Edward May, 62, of Salem, Va., passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2007. He was born August 1, 1945 in Martinsville, Va., son of the late Scotty and Dollie Rice May. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 32 years, Linda Olivia Skaggs May; a daughter, Lauren Fleming May; twin sister, Barbara May Riddle and a brother, Charles May. Mr. May taught school for over 40 years and his teaching career includes Martinsville High School from 1967 to 1976, James River High School from 1977 to 1983, and was a Geometry and Trigonometry Pre-IB, Geometry teacher at Salem High School since 1983 where he conducted Morning Math Lab and was loved by all students. He received his A.A. degree in Biology from Ferrum College in 1965 and Bachelors degree in Biology from the University of Richmond in 1967. He received his Master of Education from Radford University. He also continued his education at the University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University. Mr. May was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem, was a former Roanoke City School Board Member from 1978 to 1984, Assistant Pro at Chatmoss Country Club, was very involved with the Martinsville Jaycees and served on the VA State Board of the Jaycees. He loved playing golf and organized several Golf Tournaments over the years. He served as Chairman of the Roanoke Valley Golf Association for 30 years. His surviving family includes his daughter, Mary Kathryn May; an aunt, Ruth Aaron; and a niece, Bonnie May. A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2007 from St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Salem with Father R. Bradley Laycock, Jr. and the Rev. Dr. Robert Copenhaver officiating. Inurnment will follow at St. Paul's Columbarium. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. May's name to the Roanoke Valley Golf Association, c/o Miller Baber, 3358 Morning Dove, Roanoke, Va. 24018 or to the Salem Rescue Squad. The May family is being served by John M. Oakey and Son, Salem, 540-389-5441. Online condolences may be made at www.johnmoakey.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 16, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for George May

29 Entries

Jennifer Lee

November 28, 2007

Of all the teachers I had at Salem High he was one of my favorites. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Becky (Wade) Scearce

November 19, 2007

I was sorry to hear about George's passing. We were friends at Martinsville High School in the 60's. He was always fun to be around. May God give you strength and uplift you in the days to come. Our thoughts & prayers are with you in the loss of someone so special.

Brian Hill

November 19, 2007

George was very much a part of my golfing career as a youngster. I remember all the RVGA events at Blue Hills and Countryside like it was yesterday. Golf continues to be a huge part in my life and people like George May and HL Jackson helped mold that. The Roanoke Valley has not only lost a great man but the Roanoke golf community has truly lost a pioneer. My hope is that the legacy of George will continue to live strong for many years to come.

Sally & Rod Jack

November 18, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies. We knew George from his golfing activities and employment at Countryside Golf Club. He was a true gentlemen and good friend.

Very Sincerely,

Sally & Rod Jack

Ricky May

November 17, 2007

George,
Thanks for the good times at "The Rock" and mostly for the support and encouragement you gave my sons during their junior golf days. You are missed my friend.

Harry Prillaman

November 17, 2007

Mary Kathryn,

I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. Your Dad was my Geometry teacher in 1972. He gave Key club members and football players the special attention we needed to succeed. He was an excellent teacher and a good man. He will be missed by many.

Tommy Wilkens

November 17, 2007

I was so very saddened to hear my former math teacher at Martinsville High School had passed.He was a great teacher a wonderfull man and just an outstanding person.

Tim Philips

November 17, 2007

My father, Hartwell Philips, knew George through golfing circles and the Roanoke City School system. He always spoke highly of him and his grand sense of joy and laughter. I am sorry for your loss.

Jeff Shupe Family

November 17, 2007

What a celebration of life! George will always be remembered by our family as an exceptional educator, great golfer and valued friend. Although he will be sadly missed, he is in heaven with his partner. Our sincerest sympathies to his daughter.

The Jeff Shupe Family
Jeff, Annette, Britnee, Zac and Miranda

Lewis Romano

November 17, 2007

George, thank you for being among us and touching the lives of so many over time. Your contributions have been and always will be significant and you have truly made a difference. You provided much friendship and kindness to all of us. In all you ever attempted was done so very well. You will be missed.

the Haskins Family

November 17, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Ricky Cadd

November 17, 2007

I will never forget Mr. Mays jokes in Algebra class back in the day, or his sweet nature, kindness, and generosity to me and my co-workers at Mac & Bobs-- We will all miss him very much I never had another teacher who joked about putting his cat in the dryer, while multiplying fractions-- He loved his job, and it showed in the many students lives he has touched.... May God be with you and your family in your loss--

Justin Dowdy

November 16, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. I had Mr. May for 6th period this year, when he was suddenly taken from us. I will miss walking into his class and being the first one there, sitting and talking with him. He was such a sweet man, who had not an ounce of hate in him, and I considered him as a second father. I will keep you in my prayers Mary Katherine, and the rest of the family. God Bless You Mr. May, you were a great example to all of us.

Candy Hurst

November 16, 2007

Dear Mary Kathryn.....I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Nathan and I have very fond memories of your dad and mom from when you and Nathan were just little ones. We both are very saddened by your loss, and we will keep you in our prayers.

Kim Newlin

November 16, 2007

George will be missed. He was an old friend from the time I was in the VA Jaycees in the 1970's. My deepest condolences go out to his family.

Sara Gubala

November 16, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. May. I would have never gotten through math without Mr May's help, patience and his willingness to teach, I spent many of mornings in the math lab while at Salem High School. I will always remember his smile, his willingness to teach and to help those who really were lost. He had a special gift for helping those lost soles in math (like myself). I am deeply saddened by this loss for your family and for the loss of such an amazing teacher at Salem High School as he is irreplaceable.

ANGELA WARD

November 16, 2007

Mr.May he was a great man and teacher i had him back in 2000 and he was my fav. teacher that year he will be will be missed very much. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ginny Headen

November 16, 2007

Mary Catherine, I am so sorry about your dad. He was a wonderful man. Very kind hearted. He will be missed at the high school and everywhere else. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Ginny,Josh, and Christian Headen

Brandi Bender

November 16, 2007

I am going to miss your smile, your jokes, your wit, and you. You made geometry fun, and even 12 years later I remember you and mourn your passing. I wish my deepest condolences to your family and friends. Your missed greatly Mr. May

Jerry Dodson

November 16, 2007

I remember George from our high school days in Martinsville. So many years ago yet seems just yesterday. May the family find comfort from the thoughts from old friends of times shared with George,a good person who grew into a fine man.

Elle Rakes

November 16, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the May family. He was a great teacher and friend to me and all the students he taught. He could brighten your day with his smile or a joke or two in class. He will be deeply missed. He is in a greater place now with his family and probably playing a round of golf.

lindsay thomas

November 16, 2007

Mr.May you were an awesome Geometry teacher and miss you dearly. Your chicken nugget thursday and whats red and green and goes 100 mph in a blender? a frong. I'm going to miss your jokes. We all miss you at school but your in a better place now.

Sheena Spencer

November 16, 2007

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. May. When I was in high school I took Geometry and would come to the math lab in the morning to get help. He was fun loving and full of life. He will be greatly missed.

Sue Kellam Nickelston

November 16, 2007

We extend our sincere condolences, George was a classmate at Martinsville High School way back in the 60's. I am sure he will be missed by many, especially by his daughter. Please know that many lend moral support and prayers for you today. God bless and hold you close during this trying time...the Nickelston's

Tim Horan

November 16, 2007

Mary Kathryn,
I was sadden to hear about the passing of your Dad. I knew your father through my two daughters that were in his Math classes at Salem High. Allison and Kristen always had great things to say about him and how much they enjoyed going to his class. He will be missed.

Our thought and prayers are with you during this trying time.

Linda Blair

November 16, 2007

I will always remember the kindness that Linda and George showered upon me when I moved into the Roanoke Valley. Even after I moved, I was always welcomed when I just dropped in or stopped by. Their friendship was a stablizer in my hectic pace of life.While sadden by their departure from our lives, I am joyous in the fact they are together in heaven.

Barbara Headen

November 16, 2007

Mr. May,
It's so unreal that this has happened. I never got the chance to have you as a teacher but that didn't mean a thing. You always spoke to me in the halls like you have known me forever. With that big smile of yours. It always made my day. I'm going to miss you a lot!

Diane Roop

November 16, 2007

Mary Kathryn I am so sorry about your dad. He was such a wonderful person. I am so sorry I will not be there but you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can remeber the days when I did his and your mom's hair they always held a special place in my heart and always will.

Teddy and Sabrina Lee

November 16, 2007

We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of George. We sat behind him at the Salem Football games and enjoyed getting to know him over the years. May God bless all of George's family at this difficult time.

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