Thomas "Tom" Frederick May

January 8, 2021

Thomas Frederick May, passed awy on January 8, 2021 at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and Lloyd May and his wife Ruby Pritchard May. He is survived by his children, son Robert W. May and wife Cherie, daughter Becky M. Hurst and husband Kevin Hurst; grandchildren, Ryan May, Miranda May, Marissa May, Mikayla Mills, Kailey Hurst, and Hunter Hurst. A native of Norfolk, Tom was a resident of Wakefield. Tom graduated Granby High School class of 1961, attended Old Dominion University. A lifelong Baptist, Tom was an active member and past Deacon and Trustee of Churchland Baptist Church and Fellowship Sunday school class, currently a member of Wakefield Baptist Church, Wakefield. Tom worked in the construction materials industry for over 40 years. During his lifetime he served in the U.S. Army Infantry, as a Scout master, Little League coach, Board of Director member for Bank of Hampton Roads, member of Chesapeake Airport Authority and Wetlands Commission, a 33rd degree Mason, Past Master of Fellowship Masonic Lodge #148, Ivor #291 and served as Grand Master of Virginia AF&AM in 1994-1995. Tom served God and his Country, was devoted to his family and his community. He especially enjoyed spending time at his children’s and grandchildren’s activities. A graveside service will be held Friday, January 15th at Churchland Baptist Church Cemetery at 2pm by Dr. Dan Koger. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children.