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Kieran May Obituary
Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Kieran lived in numerous cities before relocating to Destin to found Coastal Business Products. Kieran was CEO of Coastal Business Products until his passing. Kieran was a proud member of Resurrection Catholic Church and served on the boards of The Children's Advocacy Center as well as Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Caroline May; son, Patrick May and wife Patricia; grandsons, Connor, Cameron and Christian; and his sister, Dr. Mary Ellen Ricci, of Danbury, Conn.
Services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 22nd at Resurrection Catholic Church in Miramar Beach, Fla. A celebration of his life will follow at Kelly Plantation Golf Club at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, Kieran requested donations be made to Children's Advocacy Center in Niceville, Fla. Additionally, the family would like to acknowledge Emerald Coast Hospice for their high level of care during a difficult time.
Arrangements are in the care of Emerald Coast Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at www.emeraldcoastfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kieran May
Jim Williams
September 15, 2023
Miss you buddy and hope the heavenly golf courses are not too tough!
Mike and Diane Spigelmire
September 18, 2021
We will always remember his kind and generous spirit as the " CHEF " during Turkey Infusions and our annual Boating/golf trips to Panama City. What a great friend. God Bless
Jim and Ann Williams
September 14, 2020
A dear friend who will forever be missed. By the way I am still using the 58 degree wedge you gave me. Wish I could hit it like you did! We miss you !
Mike & Donna Flynn
September 14, 2020
Friends over Friday for dinner here in Colorado. Opening that traditional bottle of Miner Oracle to our friend. We miss him!
Mike & Donna Flynn
September 14, 2019
Opening a bottle of Miner wine for my friend tonight. Love you Kieran and Carolyn!
Roy Martin
September 28, 2012
Kieran, we shall miss you. I just learned of your passing, and am so sorry that such a good person was taken so early by the Almighty. I'm certain that you are already lining up the angels to create some order in heaven! Wes said it well - many good memories and blessings to all the loved ones he leaves behind. You were loved by so many, including me.
Marci Hull
September 22, 2012
Kieran will be remembered for his kindness and generosity to others, especially to causes that influenced children and families. He will be deeply missed by those lives he touched and an example for all of us to follow.
Wes Cantrell
September 21, 2012
Kieran was a long-term employee of Lanier Worldwide and we worked together for many years. He was a superb salesman and sales leader. I have fond memories of visiting with him in London and San Francisco.
Kieran and I spoke a few weeks ago after I learned of his health problem; I called him. He was fully aware of the situation and prepared for the future whatever it might hold.
Many good memories and blessings to all the loved ones he leaves behind. Wes
Patrick Ryan
September 21, 2012
When visiting my parent's for holidays I always looked forward to spending time with Kieran at Kelly Plantation. He expressed genuine interest in my career and was always very encouraging. It was an honor to receive such positive words from a well respected and accomplished man. I will remember him fondly and will pray for peace for his beloved family. With true sorrow, Patrick Ryan
September 21, 2012
I will alway remember and miss your kindness and friendship, you were a dear friend, and will always be in my thoughts and prayers
T
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