Ralph Douglas May's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2026 in Kernersville, North Carolina

Ralph Douglas May

October 10, 1951 - September 28, 2026 (74 years old)

Kernersville, North Carolina

Ralph Douglas May's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2026 in Kernersville, North Carolina
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Ralph Douglas May

October 10, 1951 - September 28, 2026 (74 years old)

Kernersville, North Carolina

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Ralph Douglas May Obituary

The family of Ralph Douglas May of Kernersville, North Carolina announces his passing on September 28, 2026. Ralph, born on October 10, 1951, 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 Douglas May to show support.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Ralph for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Ralph’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Walter May and Virginia May (Wernlund); and his brother Bruce May. He is survived by: his wife Maria Aurora May (Lola); his children, Kelly May Suttles and Brian May; and his siblings, Duncan May and Pam May. He is also survived by his many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at the Pierce-Jefferson Funeral Services Kernersville Chapel (213 W Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284). A celebration of life will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 12:30 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery (616 S Cherry St, Kernersville, NC 27284).

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scout Troop 940, Main Street Methodist Church, 306 S Main St, Kernersville NC 27284.



Mon

Oct 05

Visitation

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Pierce-Jefferson Funeral Services Kernersville Chapel
213 W Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284

Mon

Oct 05

Celebration of life

12:30 PM

Pierce-Jefferson Funeral Services Kernersville Chapel
213 W Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284

A livestream will be available for this event.

Mon

Oct 05

Burial

1:00 PM

Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery
616 S Cherry St, Kernersville, NC 27284

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