Mary Lyda and Robin,
I think of Terry often and I miss him.  I hope both of you are doing well.
Sincerely,
Peggy

Terry May was a sweet, happy boy.  I remember when he raised Orville, his prize pig and Chris and Scott helped.  We had purchased Orville and Priscilla and Terry picked Orville to show at the fair.  They worked so hard to fatten Orville up, gave him milk baths, and brushed him constantly.  When Terry showed his pig, Chris and Scott were so excited!  What they didn't realize was that Orville would be auctioned off and well, become bacon and pork chops!!  We could hear them crying and screaming across the fair grounds!!  Terry was such a spontaneous, funny guy and I loved him dearly.  Mary Lyda and Robin, my heart goes out to you.  I know you miss him.

Peggy Freeman

I remember when Terry lived with us for a short time, he was like a big brother to Chris and Scott.  He would play with them, do things for them, and always looked out for them.  I loved Terry, and I miss his sweet smile and infectious laugh.

Peggy Freeman (Bryan)

I served with Terry May with the 2nd Battlion 8th  Marines. I haven’t seen or spoken to him since they disbanded our unit in  early 1989 and we were all sent to other units. I am so saddened to read this news. 

We called him Mad Dog May “ Mouth of the South”.  He was the toughest, funniest, most loyal, hard working and talented Marine I have ever known. He excelled at everything we did.. We used to play tackle football against Echo Company. Everyone played in boots and utility trousers. May would play barefoot. The first time, we thought he was crazy 😊. Then we just accepted it was “ May being May”.  Was the best player on the field. He took me under his wing when I came the unit as a 18 year old kid from Boston.  He was beloved , respected and appreciated by all of us. 

Heaven is a better place with him in it. Respect and Prayers to his family. He spoke of you all often and loved you all dearly. 

Semper Fi May. 

Your friend - O’B

Prayers to Terry's family, though I don't personally know you.  Terry will definitely be missed!  He was great to work with and knew his customers well.  His attention to detail combined with his matter-of-fact attitude meant that he could be counted on and trusted beyond a doubt.  Heaven has the benefit of his presence but here we have memories.  Sending comfort to you during this difficult time and know others are praying on your behalf.
Sara

Condolences to family and friends. Terry was a former student many years ago. We were shocked to hear of his passing. Saw him many years ago working traffic in downtown Gatlinburg
..shouting "Coach Trew" from a couple hundred feet away. Had to sift through the crowd before settling in on the big grin in the middle of the road. Me and the boss, who also had him in grade school were happy to see him and he seemed truly happy with the relocation north. Great kid, fond memories- Coach Don Trew, Coach/ Science Teacher (retired), Hardee Senior HS

So sorry to hear of Terry's passing. I remember him as one of my elementary students. He was sharp and witty - always quick with a smile and a laugh.  My condolences to his family and friends.

My name is Ron Andersen I work at Tennessee Tool & Engineering in Oak Ridge and was very sad to hear of Terry’s passing. He had a infectious personality and was a joy to be around we would talk every Tuesday morning while on his route. I’m the guy that had to sign the paperwork. He will be missed, I looked forward to seeing him every week. I will be sad for a long time.

Ron

Dear Mary Lyda,
Shawn and I are sitting here reminiscing  about Terry and all their experiences together as boys growing up in Wauchula. Shawn said he remembered that Terry liked all sports and he was into everything, full of energy always.
He was a good friend. 

I remember our two blond boys always smiling and definitely full of energy . Wauchula wouldn't have been the same without our guys.
They had a wonderful childhood growing up in a small town environment. 

Praying for you today.

Love you,
Phyllis and Shawn



To my dear friend, Mary Lyda,
I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your son.  I know your heart is broken and you are overcome with grief.  I pray the Lord comforts you and lets your anguish subside quickly as the days move forward.  May his soul rest in peace and may you be left with the wonderful memories of  his life.

Love, Bonnie Hall 

It is simply just too soon to have to say goodbye, but we will see you again in glory. Your infectious laugh and skills on the grill will be missed through the summer gatherings and beyond but above that, your heart and willingness to help others. Go rest high on that mountain, brother. 

I pray you find strength and comfort in knowing that the Lord has called Terry home as he eventually will all of those who believe and accept the gift of eternal life.  May the love of family and friends and the memories of your life with Terry offer you reason for celebration of his life in this world until you all meet again in paradise ! God Bless all of you !

                                                                       Michael R. Wagoner

Extending my deepest sympathy to the family. A special message for Dick and Mary Lyda--praying that you will rest in God's peace as you come to this time of grieving.  I pray that the family will find rejoicing in the knowledge that Terry is now in his Heavenly Home.

Terry was my supervisor when he was at national linen and I really enjoyed working for him I remember one night my son came by and he had my granddaughters and when Terry found out they was out side he said go see your grandbabies and no one else would have done that, And after he left from there I would run into him and he would always stop and talk and I never will forget I had went to Sam's on Monday Oct the 5th 2015 and I was walking back to get my husband meds and he came out of the back and he always gave me a hug and he could tell something was wrong and he asked me what was wrong and I started crying and he hugged me again and I told him that my baby granddaughter had been shot and killed that Saturday night and he took time to comfort me and that meant so much heaven has gained a beautiful soul love and prayers to the  family. 

I was only fortunate enough to meet him Once, Terry and Colleen came over to Port Charlotte and I met them for lunch, Colleen told me he was the male version of me! A little happy social butterfly that could always make you laugh, I only had lunch with him but he made you feel like a life long friend and I could tell, Colleen was the love of his life and he was hers.  God got him a good one! ❤️✝️🙏

Terry I’ll never forget our Saturday morning breakfast at Twisters before we headed out to Golf! The uncountable weekends we hung out on the boat or at the community pool talking about everything and anything to do with work, family, friends, and life in general! The best memory of you Terry, was who you were as a person, a true man of character, love, kindness, and passion for everyone in your circle. I love you always brother!

Terry was a class act! He brought joy to the room when he walked in, and brightened it with laughter. I always remember good times being around him. Best of all, the friends and family that where close are a reflection of what a great person he was. He will be missed! 

I have many fond memories of our childhood. Some are better than others, and some are pure classics. I’d love to be able to have just one more deer hunt with him. He was one of a kind. 

The obituary said it all. He was a fun, loving and caring individual.  He loved life more than any person i have ever met. We spent many years with our daughters growing up together. I learned alot from Terry in those years and will cherish every moment we had from our daughters to playing golf. I know that heaven just became his new golf course and everyone there will get a beautiful man. We love you and R.I.P. my friend. 

Terry was always so sweet to me when I first meet him he was pick Samantha up from my house he was sweet and would talk to you no matter if he knew you or not. My thoughts and prays are with all of you . He maybe gone but never forgotten. 

When Terry was young, I remember when he stayed with us and all the laughter and craziness. He was so sweet and good to Chris and Scott! He had such an infectious smile.  I will miss him.

I remember how Terry was always filled with so much joy and love. He had this amazing ability to lighten the mood or light up the room wherever he went. The infectious smile, laughter, and love he shared with anyone he crossed paths with will never be forgotten.  Terry absolutely loved and adored my Aunt Colleen, I can remember always hearing him state how much he loved her and that she was the best thing to ever happen to him. To see him dote on my Aunt Colleen was everything to me, because that is what you hope a marriage would be like. We will miss him dearly and his memory will
be carried with us. May you rest now Terry and wait for the day when we can all see you again. We love you!!!

Lacey, Chris, and kiddos

My heart is heavy, i have lost my best friend. The four of us have shared so many great memories. You and Colleen will always be our family, I can't pick just one memory, there were so many, but just being with you and Colleen made our lives happier, As i promised, we will always look after Colleen

OBITUARIO

Terry May

2 enero, 1967 – 7 junio, 2020

Berry Highland West

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