Albert Raymond May, 79, of Gettysburg, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Transitions Healthcare, Gettysburg.
He was born in Westbrook, Maine, on May 31, 1945, to Leonard May & Laura (Caron) May.
After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Army for 6 years. After serving in the army, he worked for S D Warren for 20+ years as their security team. In between his jobs, he was also a volunteer firefighter and assisted in EMT duties in Maine. He later worked for Steele Hill Resorts in Tilton, NH in the Maintenance Department. He retired after hurting his knee on the job and having a knee replacement. Once he moved to Pennsylvania, he worked for the Fairfield School District and then later for First Baptist Church of Gettysburg, both in janitorial.
Al enjoyed hunting, fishing, and loved going to Beech Ridge Motor Speedway. Al was a volunteer Fire Police for Fairfield Fire Co. He always loved his lobster, but once he moved to Pennsylvania, he would rather eat blue crabs with lots of Old Bay seasoning. Al was always happy to go flying when asked; he was sorry that he was never able to complete his pilot’s license. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Gettysburg, where he enjoyed providing daycare during church service.
In addition to his parents, Al was preceded in death by his son, Brian May; sister, Patricia Westcott; and brother, Paul May.
Al is survived by Vicky May: daughter Tina Pike (Daniel), son Timothy May, sister Dolly Westcott, and nieces Lori and Erica May. And his four grandchildren, Cameron Greer, Brian Greer, Zachary May and Eli May. He also loved his cats, Mr. Snickers, Sugar, Ryder, Sassy, Callie, Peanut, and Shorty.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 10 am at Evergreen Cemetery, 725 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, with Pastor Carl Harris officiating. Military honors will be rendered by the Adams County Allied Veterans Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Al’s memory to Adams County SPCA or Forever Love Rescue.
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Services
GRAVESIDE SERVICE
Wednesday
May 14, 2025
10:00 AM