Stephen Dunlap May

Stephen Dunlap May, 55, passed from our arms into those of our Heavenly Father on July 31, 2011. Born in Tulsa, OK, September 28, 1955 to John Truman and Elba Dunlap May. He was the youngest of four children. He attended Choctaw Public Schools from 1-12 grades. Stephen worked as a plumber and insulator most of his life. For the last several years he has been an independent contractor with his brother Johnny, as May Brothers Plumbing in and around Russellville, AR. Stephen's passion was cooking, reading recipes and watching food programs on T.V. He missed his calling as a master chef as anyone can attest to after eating his Louisiana cuisine. He was a hunter, a fisherman, and he read extensively on Native American Culture, ancient history and the Bible. He could enchant you around a campfire recounting Indian lore. Stephen was a warm, loving man and our family will miss his wonderful meals and our conversations with him which always ended with a smile and an "I Love You." Stephen is preceded in death by his parents and his most special niece – "Sister", Kimberlie Austin who preceded him in death only seven months ago. He is survived by his devoted wife of 31 years, Kathy; Four children, Nicole May of Russellville, AR, Shayne May and wife Jane, John Stephen May and wife Suzanne, and Shaynna May, all of Midland-Odessa, TX; Brother, Johnny May and wife Ruby of Dover, AR; Sister, Bonnie Walkingstick and husband Benjamin of Chandler, OK; Sister, June C. May, M.D., of OKC; Mother and Father-In-Law, Melvin and Patsy Haneline of Prescott, AR; Brother-In-Law, Dave Haneline and wife Kelli of Garland, TX; Other survivors include Stephen's 2 year old grandson and best buddy Sebastian Gunner Palmer as well as 3 bright and gifted grandchildren, Samantha May, J.T. May and Alexandra Hardin of Midland-Odessa, TX; Nephew, Stan Smith and wife Michelle and their children of Norman, OK; Two special Aunts, Gladys May of Muskogee, OK, Bettye Dunlap of Porum, OK; Kim's husband Mark Austin; and many cousins. Stephen was a long time resident of Arkansas until his recent move to Oklahoma for health reasons. The family wants to thank Dr. Robert Reynolds and staff and the many nurses, technicians and support personnel at Mercy Hospital for their kind and thoughtful care. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date in Russellville, AR. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of choice.