Richard Lee May

1925 - 2018

Richard Lee May obituary, 1925-2018

BORN

1925

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Weaver Funeral Home - Knoxville

5815 Western Ave

Knoxville, Tennessee

Richard May Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 21, 2018.

Richard L. May of Knoxville, age 92, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018. He was a World War II Navy Veteran and retired from the Hyatt Regency. After retirement, he worked another 18 years for Weigels. He is preceded in death by wife Margaret May, brothers Daniel and Allen May, and sister Joetta King. Richard is survived by sons Allen "Wolfie" May (Sarah) and Joe May (Kathy), grandchildren Steven (Courtney), Shane (Wendy) and Robbie (Denna), Claire Williams, and Brannon Robbins. In addition, he leaves behind, 8 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren, several nieces , nephews and cousins, Sandra Headrick, Don May, Iris Molen ad Jimmy Henderson. Interment will take place on Friday at 11 am at Mt. Herman United Methodist Church Cemetery, 235 E. Copeland Dr., Powell, Tn 37849. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard's name to CAC Mobile Meals, P.O. Box 51650, Knoxville, TN 37910. Condolences are welcome at www.weaverfuneralservices.com.

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January 24, 2018

Thinking of you... Cindy

January 24, 2018

Kathy May

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January 24, 2018

Katie Kinney

Richard was a terrific gentleman. I will miss him. Fair winds and good sailing, my fellow sailor. Katie Kinney- Renaissance Terrace

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The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home

With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 23, 2018

Carrie Jordan

Our deepest sympathies to your family. We will miss Mr. May at Renaissance Terrace.

January 22, 2018

Steve and Suzi Bruner-Merriman

Steve and I will be keeping your family in your prayers. May God wrap you in comfort always.

January 22, 2018

Sherleen Cardwell

You are in my prayers for comfort . Richard is a distant cousin.

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Mt. Hermon United Methodist Church Cemetery

235 E. Copeland Dr., , Powell, TN

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5815 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921-2208

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