Ralph E. May Obituary
The family of Ralph E. May of Shelbyville, Illinois announces his passing on June 20, 2026. Ralph, born on September 3, 1934, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ralph E. May to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond "Bunt" May and Verna R. May (Pleasant); his wife Joyce Schnute; his siblings-in-law, John, Mary Lewis, Kenneth, Jane Gilpin, June and Delmar McDonald; and his nephews, Kenny Lynn Gilpin and Phil McDonald.
He is survived by: his children, Michael May (Vicki) of Shelbyville, Linda May of Shelbyville, IL and LuAnn May of Shelbyville, IL; his granddaughters, Rebecca Miller (Nathan) of Shelbyville, IL and Danielle Culberson (Eric) of Shelbyville, IL; and his great grandchildren, Adalynn, Jaden Miller, Kenly, Jed Culberson and Rai Serrano.
Memorials may be given to Blessings in a Backpack or Shelby County Community Services Activity Fund.
