Funeral services for Stanley May, 72, of Newellton, LA, will be held at 3:00 pm, Saturday, November 12, 2022, at First Baptist Church Newellton, with Rev Barclay Tullos and Rev John Hebert officiating; burial will follow at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, LA; visitation will be at the church from 2:00 pm until time of the service.Stanley was born May 13, 1950, to the union of the late Marvin Lee May and the late June Ray Wood May in Newellton, LA, and passed to his heavenly home November 10, 2022, at his residence.Stanley was a member and deacon of First Baptist Church, Newellton, where he enjoyed serving and worshiping with his church family. He was also a retired farm manager at Northeast Research Station in St. Joseph, LA.Stanley was known by the ones that loved him most as Daddy, Uncle Stanley, and Pops. He was married to the love of his life, Nenie, for 49 1/2 years. They made a loving home for their 3 children, but nothing brought them more joy than completing their family with their 10 grandchildren. He was happiest when he was at home surrounded by his family. In his earlier years, he enjoyed working cattle, hunting with John, and going to Disney World with his family. Despite his many health conditions, he always worked hard for his family. After his retirement, he enjoyed doing projects with Nenie, kicking back in his recliner watching his favorite shows, drinking a Diet Coke, and always laughing with his girls. He always loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching them do the things they loved.Stanley was preceded in death by his parents; he is survived by his wife Alice 'Nenie' Peters May; daughter Marcy May Corkern (Chris) of Alapaha, GA; son John May (Marti) of Clinton, MS; Daughter Jeannie May Williams (Trent) of Crowville, LA; grandchildren: Laney Corkern, Marshall Corkern, Taylor May Massey (Nathan), Emma May, Colton Corkern, Carmen Corkern, Hannah May, Will May, Tripp Williams, and Evie Williams; and a host of other relatives and friends.Pallbearers are Colton Corkern, Marshall Corkern, Jason May, Will May, Charlie Peters, and Tripp Williams.Honorary pallbearers are Ricky Foster, Larry May, Stan Wood, and Deacons of First Baptist Church, Newellton, LA.The family extends a very special thanks to Hospice TLC, the nurses of Franklin Medical Center, Dr. Barry Weinberger, and Dr. Trudy Sanson.Memorials may be made to the Gideons or First Baptist Church of Newellton.Online registry/condolences at www.dennardfirstnational.com.
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First Baptist Church Newellton

First Baptist Church Newellton

Legion Memorial Cemetery