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James May
Date Of Birth:January 16, 1923
Date Of Death:July 9, 2010
Service Date:Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church.

James A. May, 87, of Bloomington, Indiana, formerly of Orange County, California, died peacefully at home on Friday. He was born on January 16, 1923, in Buffalo, New York, to Albert and Celia (Smith) May.  Jim directed family service agencies in three states before practicing psychotherapy for over 40 years in Orange County, California. He cared deeply for all his patients.  He is survived by his wife, Dianne Taylor May, of Bloomington; two children, Jon May of Buena Park, California, and Ellen Wheeler of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; two step-children, Lee Marie Keller of Oceanside, California, and Timothy Rubottom of Long Beach, California; eleven grandchildren; brother Richard May and sister Jeanne Jones of Buffalo, New York, and many nephews and nieces.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 14, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bill Stumpf officiating. Burial will follow at Clear Creek Cemetery.


  • From: Dana, Patrick and Dylan Jones
    Location:Dallas, GA

    Even though Dylan and I only had the privilege of spending a limited time with Uncle Jim, he has made a lasting impression on our family. Patrick still refers to his daily walk as the “Uncle Jim” walk. I feel honored that we had the opportunity to get to know and love him. He has enriched our lives and he will always be remembered for his strength and unique take on life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire “May” family. Love always, Dana, Patrick and Dylan Jones


  • From: Judith & Robert (Hoy) DuBrul
    Location:Asheville, NC

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dianne, and with your family. We didn't know Jim well and yet could see his kindness, his gentleness and wisdom reflected in your marriage. We both send our blessings to you.


  • From: Jim & Jeanne  Schabarum
    Location:Newport Beach CA

    We had the joy of knowing Jim and Dianne from the onset of their relationship. We loved both of you. They were are neighbors and good friends.Having lost track of them at the Lone Wolf address,we send our prayers and our love to two very special people. Only wish that we could be with you and put our arms around you. Please, if you have a moment we are still at 34 Starfish Ct NB 92663. We will never forget our guided trip to Asnville to visit the Biltmore.. That was a SPECIAL day...


  • From: Jeannie Upton
    Location:costa mesa, California

    I will miss you Jim, I have known you since I was 34 yrs old, I am now going to be 73 years old, your beautiful work in helping me become the person I really wanted to be was truly a gift from god. I am so glad that we got to keep in touch and talk about life all these years. Now you are with god, you are free. Let me thank this beautiful, caring soul one last time. Love, Jeannie