In Remembrance Of
Teri May
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Teri Lynn May, 75, of Smithville, MO passed away April 8, 2024.
She was born on March 3, 1949, to Leslie Robert and Doris F. (Dean) Anderson in Long Beach, California. Growing up in a Navy family, she lived in several areas including Honolulu, HI, Bethesda, MD and Ridgecrest, CA. Teri attended high school in Ridgecrest, CA.
On July 29, 1967, she was united in marriage to Peter Paul May, III at the All Faith Chapel on China Lake Naval Station. After their marriage they lived in Gladstone, MO, Diamond Bar, CA, and Carlsbad, CA. In 1993, Pete and Teri established their family home in Smithville, MO.
Teri worked in the family business as an office manager, retiring in 1999. After her retirement, she volunteered for local animal rescue organizations and she fostered numerous dogs. Teri took a lot of pride in her family, house and dogs. She worked hard to be a central safe place for everyone. Teri’s joys in life were people, pets and plants.
She won several dog shows with her award winning Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. Teri was an avid genealogist and documented the family’s history. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening, crafts, her horses and most of all being with her family.
Teri was preceded in death by her parents Les and Doris Anderson and sister-in-law Diane Simpson.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Pete May; her children Peter P. (Kerryn) May IV, Mary (Mary Leahy) May and Paula Mercer; grandchildren Jasmine Mercer, Megan Mercer, Thomas Mercer, Madilynn May, and Elijah May; sister Carol Apt and Patti (Bill) Tongate; sisters-in-law Barbara (Jim) McCroskie, Jan (Bob) Turner, and Laurie Allen; brother-in-law John May; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m. with Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 13th at Vineyard Church, 12300 Arrowhead Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64165
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Burial: Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery, Smithville, MO.
In lieu of flowers Midwest Animal ResQ (MARQ) https://www.midwestanimalresq.org/terimay.html
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
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molly & lacey mcnally
I am so sorry Pete. I had NO idea that Teri had died. This is just terrible. Sending you hugs and love. I know that every person who knew Teri has felt the warmth of her friendship….
Sherrie Baker
I am so very sorry to hear this. I heard from a mutual friend today. Teri and I volunteered with a local rescue and she taught me many things. She definitely will be missed.
Autumn Smith
I am so sorry! My thoughts n prayers going out to family!
Erin Morse
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Teri was an amazing person, with the biggest heart. She was a beloved member of our animal rescue team and will be dearly missed. Her compassion and empathy was unmatched.
Tarah Stewart-Clark
She was an amazing lady, friend and foster. I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven got a good one….she will be missed
Helen Christlne Dillon (May)
So sorry for your loss. My prayers to the family.
Delores Atwood
Teri was the best, always had a smile and to know her was to know love. Phil & I will miss you but cherish our memories.
Kena Munsterman
Teri u were a wonderful customer and albeit friend for the past 10 years. I will cherish my plants u gave me. Thanks for ur kindness, and advice over the yrs, u will be truly missed. My prayers to Pete and the family, God bless u all.
Cynthia May Wholey
Dear Peter and Children. So Sorry to learn of the death of Terry this Moring on Facebook .I will keep you in my prayers .I am sorry . Cynthianne
Tami Davis Daniel
Pete I will miss seeing Teri’s smiling face walk through our door, talking to her, watching her hold my grandson Arlo, she is going to be missed so very much, you and your family are in my prayers
Jeff Anderson
Love and virtual hugs to my dear family and to all those impacted by Teri’s death. I admired so many of her qualities and will miss her much. Our condolences and love… Jeff, Royann, Miles and Spencer
Kelly Martin
A hug from me to you to let you know that today and every day, you and your family are in my heart and thoughts. I’m so sorry for your loss and am here for you always ❤️
Robyn Burtell
My deepest condolences, you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Being best friends with Paula growing up the May family was my second home and family. Mrs.Teri May always welcomed me into her home with a warm caring smile. Thank you for allowing me to feel like I was part of your family too.
Teri, I will cherish my childhood memories of you forever!
Thank you for being in my life ❤️
Peter May
So sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine being in love all of those years of marriage. We can thank God for all of good things that we shared in our time together. You have a great family to give you love.
Michael Mcguire
On behalf of the McGuire family, we want to express
our deepest sympathies for your loss. We are
thinking of you and sending strength and
comfort your way.
Mike, Vicki, Andy & Erin
Karen Ritchie
My prayers are with you all during this time of loss. God gained another family angel with several of our family memebers there to welcome her into heaven.
Carol Dawkins and bill dawkins
U are in our thoughts and sending prayers to help all carol and bill dawkins
Johnny. & Pattie Hood
Our Condolences, Such A Terrible Untimely Loss, To Such Dear Friends, Good Neighbors.
Deborah Hayes-McCarty
Teri, for many years you had been one of the strongest hearts of The May Family. Your Family Values stretched far and wide. You will be sorely missed. Love, Deborah Hayes and the entire Hayes Family.
Marcie Lumley
Thank her sweet Savior and Lord that we will see Teri again!