By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    Thursday, January 20, 2022

    4:00 to 8:00 pm and

    Friday, January 21, 2022

    9:00 to 10:00 am

    Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

     

  • Service

    Friday, January 21, 2022

    10:08 am

    Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

    in honor of Don’s unique time frames.

  • Full Obituary

    Donald J. “Don” May, 59, of Greenville, IL passed away, Monday, January 10, 2022, at his home.

    Don was born February 3, 1962 to Gladys Brulee in Vandalia, IL.  He was later adopted by Howard and C. Angeline May.  He married Dorothy Hill on May 27, 2011, in Greenville, IL.

    Don was a member of the United Methodist Church in Pocahontas and was a volunteer Fireman for St. Elmo and Pocahontas / Old Ripley Fire Departments.  He was also a Mason out of Gordon Lodge 173 and a former member of the IFDA.  Don had attended Worsham College of Mortuary Science and worked many years as a Funeral Director for his mother Angie, at the May Funeral Home in Pocahontas, IL.  After his time as a Funeral Director, Don worked for Eaton B-Line for several years.

    He lived in St. Elmo, Pocahontas, and Greenville throughout his life.  Don enjoyed fishing and hunting deer, with his favorite hunting spot being North of St. Elmo.  He was quite the homebody, would help anyone he could, and always provided for his family.

    He was preceded in death by his mothers, Angie May and Gladys Brulee; daughter, Tiffany May.

    Don is survived by his wife, Dorothy May, Greenville, IL; father, Howard May; children, Austin May, Brayden Forys, Hayden May and Kaydence May; life brother, Brian May, Richmond, VA; former wife, Kim May; honorary brother and friend, Craig (Dianna) Wright; uncle, Dean (Allie) May; cousins, nieces and nephews.

    Memorials may be made to Camp Callahan.

    Visitation: Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday, January 21, 2022, from 9:00 to 10:00 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

    Funeral Service:  Friday, January 21, 2022, 10:08 am, Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.; in honor of Don’s unique time frames.

    Clergy: Pastor, Ray Snider, Pocahontas United Methodist Church, Pocahontas, IL

    Interment:  Robinson Cemetery, Pocahontas, IL.

    Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

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12 Condolences
 
  1. Mary Green / January 12, 2022 at 9:44 am

    So SORRY for your loss. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS and PRAYERS.

  2. Debbie Trivitt / January 12, 2022 at 3:57 pm

    Sorry for your loss prayers for the family

  3. Jessica Maurer / January 13, 2022 at 1:49 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss aunt Dorothy. If you need anything don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.. love you

  4. Jeannie Hames / January 13, 2022 at 6:25 am

    So sorry for the families loss. We went to school together. He was always a kind and caring soul. Prayers of comfort for his family.

  5. Carla Ritchie / January 13, 2022 at 9:46 am

    Sorry to read this sad news. Don was a good friend. We shared many memories of growing up and Boy Scout adventures. My sincere condolences to his family. He will always be remembered.

  6. Lisa Smith / January 13, 2022 at 6:14 pm

    Sorry for your loss. I have great memories of Don and I knew him all through school. I lived across the street from him in St Elmo. He’s was definitely one of a kind with a huge kindness to share. He will be greatly missed.

  7. Sarah Rieke / January 14, 2022 at 9:46 am

    Dorothy, I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Praying for peace for you and the kids.

  8. Kevin Ratermann / January 14, 2022 at 1:27 pm

    Don was a great coworker to work with he talked about his daughter alot and now he will finely to get to meet up with her in Heaven. Don will be missed by all at Eaton B-Line family. May God grant you peace and light Don!

  9. Marie Durbin / January 15, 2022 at 5:38 pm

    Prayers for the family!

  10. Christina Och / January 16, 2022 at 6:08 pm

    I only knew Don briefly when we went to school together. He was always nice and was a wonderful friend. I’m very sorry for his family’s loss.

  11. Neda K Duff / January 20, 2022 at 10:32 am

    Howard, I’m so sorry we weren’t able to come to visitation and funeral. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Neda Kay

  12. Connie Quigley / February 23, 2022 at 11:34 pm

    Dorothy and children…..I’m just seeing this and I’m not sure why no one reached out to tell me! I would have been there in a heart ❤️ beat! I’m so very sorry for your loss, please reach out to me if I can help with anything! Many prayers to you and those babies! Xoxox

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