George L. May age 83, of Crown City, died Thursday September 7, 2006, at his residence, where he resided with his granddaughter Debra D (John) Queen and his two great grandsons, David and Matthew Bates. Born April 2, 1923 in Delaware, Ohio, son of the late Harry and Lydia Graham May. In addition to his parents he was preceded by his wife Virginia E. Hemphill May, infant child David May, 2 Sisters: Lorena May and Helen Santler, 5 Brothers: Floyd, Harold, Lester, Pete, and Tommy May.
George spent most of his life in Columbus, Ohio. He was a member of the Plasters Union and a member of the Elizabeth Chapel Church for many years.
He is survived by 3 Sisters: Betty Dinardo, Caroline May, and Sophronia Castel; 2 Sister in laws: Mary Jo Porter and Libby G. Crothers; 2 Sons: George May Jr. and Rodney C. May both of Columbus, Ohio; 1 Daughter: Roxy A. Brumfield; 6 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren, and by many Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins.
George’s caregiver’s and special friends were Stacy Glenn of Point Pleasant (known as George’s “Breath of Sunshine”), Tammie McCleary of Gallipolis, and Virginia Huffman of Crown City.
Services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday September 10, 2006 at Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home 810 Second Ave. Gallipolis, Ohio with Rev. Alfred Holley officiating. Burial will follow in St. Nick Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 7-9 P.M.
Pallbearers will be: Robert D. Bates, Matthew L. Bates, Ivan Brumfield Jr., Mark Chafin, Craig Knight, Joshua Legg, Timothy S. Brumfield, and Paul William Chafin.
May George Rest In Peace.
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