Melva ‘Louise’ May 1926-2025

She was born July 31, 1926, in Hoquiam, Washington, and spent most of her life in McDonald, where she became a cherished and well-known member of the community.

In her younger years, Louise shared her love of music as a singer during her 20s. She later dedicated 25 years of faithful service as a clerk with Trumbull County Children Services, from which she retired with pride. Louise was also a prominent and active member of the local knitting guild, where her skill and creativity were deeply admired.

Her commitment to service extended to her church, as she served as treasurer for Woodland Park Methodist Church. Among her many talents, Louise was especially known for creating beautiful wedding cakes for family, friends and neighbors, each one made with care, generosity and love.

Louise had a true passion for travel and took great pride in having visited 49 of the 50 United States, a testament to her adventurous spirit and curiosity about the world.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Laura and Owen B. Wattenbarger; her beloved husband of 47 years, Vernon T. May; her sister, Elizabeth Meyer; her brother, Dale Wattenbarger; and her nephew, Rob Wattenbarger, all of Albany, Oregon.

Precious memories of Louise live on through her son, Terry O. May of Wadsworth; her granddaughters, Kimberly Crane (William) of Niles and Tiffany Beal (Chris) of Jacksonville, Florida; her six great-grandchildren, Zachary, Hunter, Chase, Braelyn, Grayson and Karis; her nieces, Linda Vosgien (Ken) and Patty Hansen (Roger); and her nephew, Donald Wattenberger (Kim).

Louise’s urn will be laid to rest with her husband in Kerr Cemetery, Mineral Ridge.

The family is grateful to the entire staff at Country Club Rehabilitation Campus and Southern Care Hospice, who cared for Louise over the past few years. She enjoyed her time at Country Club.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Southern Care Hospice, 970 Windham Court, Youngstown, OH 44512, in her memory.

Louise will be remembered for her kindness, creativity, devotion to family and a life well lived.

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