COL (RET, USAF) Robert Charles “Rob” May

Searcy Funeral Home and Crematory, 1301 Neal Metcalf Road, Enterprise, AL 36330

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Posted by: MikeThompson
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334-393-2273 or 334-347-2517
Date: Dec 16 2023 3:20 PM

Rob May of Enterprise, AL passed away Friday, December 15, 2023 at his home following an extended illness.  He was 74

Rob began his quest as a pilot at the age of 16 by solo in Aeronca Champ aircraft.  He was instructed by his dad, Melvin May.  He prepared for his Air Force career by enrolling in ROTC at Auburn University where he received his Masters’ Degree in Aerospace Engineering.  He married his high school sweetheart, Susan Boyd.

Rob logged over 3,100 flying hours in the T-37, T-38, and B-52 as a pilot and instructor pilot.  He also served as Inspector General while in the USAF,

He retired from active duty in the US Air Force in 2003 after serving 30 years.  After retirement, he served in the Office of Special Investigation (OSI) as Inspector General.  He retired from Civil Service in 2015.  Travels ended in 2018 upon his return to Enteprise.

Rob had a passion for his God, family, flight and Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at First Presbyterian Church of Enterprise with Rev. Chris Thomas officiating.  Burial will follow in Meadowlawn Cemetery with Searcy Funeral Home directing.

The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until service time.

Rob was preceded in death by his sister, Rita Adams and brother-in-law Wayne Adams; brother-in-law, Rex Bass; and parents Melvin and Juanita May.

Survivors include his wife, Susan Boyd May, Enterprise, AL; 2 sons, Boyd Jason May (Brandy), Enterprise, AL, Brent Allan May (Connie) Mooresville, NC; sister, Carol May Bass, Enterprise, AL; and 7 grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to:  First Presbyterian Church PCA, 100 Daleville, Avenue, Enterprise, AL  36330.

You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website:   www.searcyfuneralhome.com .

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