Desieree May Obituary
The family of Desieree May (Forest, Mississippi) announces her passing on September 17, 2026. Desieree, born on December 18, 1932, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Desieree May to show support.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Desieree for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Desieree’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: husband: Kenneth May; parents: R. B. Chandler and Annie Jewel Chandler; daughters: Cheryl McGee, Charlotte Bell, and Donna Riser (Butch Scott); son: Johnny Phillips (Debbie); son-in-law: Rickie McGee; sisters: Arbella Parker, Otsiree Taylor, Mary Harkey, and Faye Lanthrip; grandchildren: Jody Riser, Roger Bell (Paula), Elizabeth Wicker (Ladell), Rebecca Hollingsworth (Brad), Jenetta Hill (Dreak), Shelly Boone (Gene), John Carl Riser (Erica), Kathleen Riser, Ben Stewart (Connie), Joni Boswell (Will), Leslie White (Matthew), Aubrey Phillips (Eric), Jessie Marcolini (Chris), Vickie Hollingsworth (Justin), Christi Moore (Chris), Randy Mcgee, Taylor Boswell (Abby), Zach Boswell (Hannah), and Meagan McDaniels (Seth); great-granddaughter: Cheyanne Hollingsworth; officiant: Chris Harrison; pallbearers: Wilson Bell, Tanner Bell, Tucker Bell, Wesley Bell, Nic Boswell, Harley Bailey, Delton Boone, Chase Boone, Ripley White, Parker McGee, and Case Wicker; and 20 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Ephesus Baptist Church (3535 Ephesus Rd, Forest, MS 39074). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
