of North Little Rock, AR
December 13, 1925 - January 24, 2014
James Marcus ''Mark'' May passed away on January 24, 2014, at the age of 88. He was born December 13, 1925, at Auvergne, Arkansas, near Newport to George ''Wash'' and Rilla E. May. Mark was preceded in death by his parents; his son, James D. May; daughter, Melaney Farrington; sister, Jewell DuClos; brothers, Gene E. May and George D. May. Mark is survived by his wife Jean Huckeby May; stepdaughters Susan Wallace (Dennis) of Bixby, Oklahoma, and Rita Sullins of Loveland, Colorado; stepson, Robert Craig (Janna) of Sherwood; granddaughters Melissa Strothkamp of St. Charles, Missouri, Taylore Conner of Eureka, Missouri, Delorean and Abigail Rapien of Maryville, Tennessee; and two great-granddaughters, Samantha and Nichole. He is also survived by his sisters, Ruth V. Pace of Huntington Beach, California, Polly A. Hulett of Newport, Arkansas, and a sister-in-law Meri May of Republic, Missouri, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mark was a member of First Baptist Church Sherwood, Greene Sunday School Class, and VFW Post 4683. He proudly served his Country during World War II as a Corporal in the US Marine Corp with action in Okinawa, the Ryukyu Islands, and the Occupation of China. He was in the restaurant business in St. Louis, Missouri, for 40 years. Mark will be remembered for his Christian witness, his gift of service, his sense of humor, and his love of family and friends. Family has requested Memorial Contributions be made to ''Serbia Mission Fund'' at First Baptist Church Sherwood (701 Country Club Rd, Sherwood, Arkansas 72120).
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 28th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Roller Owens Funeral Home, JFK Blvd, North Little Rock. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 29th, at 1:00 p.m. First Baptist Church Sherwood. Interment to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Cabot, Arkansas.
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9 Condolence(s)
Don and Patty Horstkotte
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Dear Jean, Patty and I have been keeping you in our prayers these last few months and will continue to do so. We both loved Uncle Marky, as mom called him. We didn't get to spend much time with him in order to know him better but hearing mom talk about him and how much she loved him was all we needed to know about the man. He will be missed and he was definitely loved.
Barbara McMillen
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Mark, you were always an encouragement to me and such a "fighter". Love you and Jean so much. You will be greatly missed.
In Christ,
Barbara
Marshall & Mary Blain
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
We all will miss your smiling face and words of encouragement. God bless you in your final home with our savior, Jesus Christ!!
Ruth Pace
Monday, January 27, 2014
I'm going to miss you Marky. You were always so thoughtful of everyone. I remember that you used to drive over 200 miles to see mom. Mother thought that there was no one like you. Even though I'm 3 years older I still remember that you had the prettiest red hair. You were always ready to lend a helping hand to help other people. You're going to be missed very much by Jean and the rest of your family.
Love you always, your sis, Ruth.
CARTI
Monday, January 27, 2014
May family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Your friends at CARTI-NLR
Scott Smith
Sunday, January 26, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss! It's times like these we need comfort. God's word can soothe our hearts and minds. The Bible says at Isaiah 25:8 "He will swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces." We look to God through Jesus and his Kingdom to do this. My wife and I hope you find comfort as you endure your loss.
John and Marilyn Hardcastle
Sunday, January 26, 2014
It was a privilege to know Mark ... always pleasant and kind, with a gentle smile and genuine warmth. Always upbeat!! He had such interesting stories along with great recipe tips and interest in antiques. He finished his race with a strong spirit. Our prayers are with you, Jean & family.
pollyhulett
Saturday, January 25, 2014
we are all heartbroken-mark was a wonderful brother and he was so good to his mother- it is said that a man that is good to his mother is a very good person and mark was. he is with the lord now and no suffering- but we miss him so much, our love and prayers to jean
Duncan & Beverly gallacher
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Uncle Marcus will be sorely missed by all who knew him. We were so happy that he was able to come to California for my mom Ruth's 90 the birthday. We have very fond memories of all the times we were together and we"ll always think of him as such a warm 'southern gentleman'. God bless you Jean and your family
With love Bev & Duncan