Service Information
Marie P. May, age 77, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson, with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, with Rosary Service held at 5:00 P.M. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the Mass at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Obituary
Marie Phyllis May was born on November 29, 1946, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Gilbert and Neawana (Helmbrecht) Hammer. Marie was baptized as an infant in Beaver Dam, and was confirmed in her faith as a youth at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She received her education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1965. Marie furthered her education at the Minnesota School of Business in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
On July 12, 1969, Marie was united in marriage to David May at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with three sons, Edmund, Jacob, and Aaron. Marie and David resided in Hutchinson. They shared 54 years of marriage.
Marie was employed as a bookkeeper for Car Quest, Citizens Insurance, and at Hutchinson Health. She retired on June 1, 2006. Marie was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson, where she also taught religious education. Marie was also a member of the Red Hat Society, Catholic School Board, and the CCW at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Marie enjoyed gardening, knitting, sewing, and cooking. She also enjoyed volunteering at church and community events. Marie especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and friends.
Marie passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 77 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Marie is survived by her:
Husband, David May of Hutchinson, MN,
Sons, Edmund May of Hutchinson, MN,
Jacob May and his wife, Christy of Saint Michael, MN,
Aaron May and his wife, Heather of Waunakee, WI;
Grandchildren, Alec May, Faith May, Conner May, Harrison May, Matthew May, Loyola May, William May;
Sisters, Jill Lovald of Fairhaven, MN,
Sara Smutka and her husband, Jack of Englewood, CO;
Brothers-in-law, Ted May of Delano, MN,
Harry May and his wife, Patty of Big Lake, MN,
Patrick May and his wife, Joy of Hutchinson, MN;
Sister-in-law, June Callier of Rochester, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Marie is preceded in death by her Parents, Gilbert and Neawana Hammer; Brother-in-law, Robert Callier; Aunt, Jeri Helmbrecht-Wichman.
Judy Sladek says
David, I’m so sorry to hear that Marie has passed away. You have my deepest sympathy.
Take care of yourself
Nita Totushek says
Dave & families,
My deepest sympathies. Thinking of the May families at this difficult time. Marie was a lovely lady which I had the pleasure of working with at HMC. She always could make one smile. Rest in peace Marie.
Mary Anne Arndt says
David and Family
So sorry for your loss. Knew Marie for years and always love our visit.
Prayers are with all of you,
Mark Schreiner says
Ed, Jake, Aaron and family. I’m sorry to read this. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Edmund M May says
Thank you Mark.
Mary Kay Handorf says
Dave and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. Growing up I was Marie’s “girl” when the Hammers came to visit. jill and Sarah each has one of my other triplet sisters. One of my favorite memories of Marie was the portrait of Grandma Moses she drew on the playroom wall. I was blest to have visited Marie at Jeri’s funeral. May God be with you and your family at this time.
David c Tifft says
Sorry, for your loss, Dave and family.
Michele Ebert says
I’m so sorry to hear about Marie’s passing. Sending prayers to the May and Hammer familys.
Larry and Renae DeGrote says
So sorry to hear about Marie!! So enjoyed spending time with her, work, lunches, whenever. Sending prayers to Dave and the rest of the family all our sympathy.
Diane Rosenau ChristensenChristensen says
So Sorry to hear Dave for your wife to pass. Think of the good times
Deb M Lang says
May family, so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Christian Dobratz says
Dave, Ed, Jake, Aaron and families, my deepest sympathies to you all on Marie’s passing. Marie always treated and welcomed me like family and always made time to learn how I was doing. May the blessed memories you have hold and sustain you in the difficult times. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Wva Coates says
Dave and family, My deepest sympathies to all of you for your loss. As a neighborhood kid I remember Marie for her positive, caring personality mixed in with a cheerful, smiling attitude. I can still picture her sitting next to Dave, on their lawn chairs, in front of their garage, ready with a wave hello as I rounded the corner near our homes. But more than that, I fondly remember Marie as one who was always there for my mom. Ready to lend a helping hand at whenever was needed. Prayers are for all as you struggle through this difficult time. May your memories of Marie offer you some solace and may God keep a close eye on you all in Marie’s absence.
Bev Christensen Schulze says
Dave, so sorry for your loss, take care
Bonnie Karl says
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. She was always fun to visit with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rick & Bonnie Karl
Paula and Leonard Gehrke says
Dave, we are so very sorry for your loss. Marie will be greatly missed but memories of her will remain with us all and bring a smile to the faces of all who have loved her. God Bless you all.
Barbara Helmbrecht Swain says
I am so sorry to hear about Marie’s passing. She was a precious cousin and in fact, my dad’s Goddaughter. Her personality was such a joy to all who knew her. We reconnected a few years ago and compared family stories to our great delight. I remember her as a fun loving kid who enjoyed visiting our farm in Wisconsin. She was extraordinarily proud of her family and I am sure she will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace dear Marie!
Cheryl Froemming-Reece says
My thoughts and prayers to the May family. So very sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. May God surround you with His love and giving all of you peace thru the many memories you share. Heaven just got another beautiful angel to watch over you. Blessings.
Sue Tapio says
May family, So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. I had the pleasure of working. With her at Hutch Tech when we worked for Lundahls. God bless your families at this difficult time!
Leatrice Bullert Ziwisky says
Sincere sympathies to you and your family. Cherish the memories. May God grant you comfort during this difficult time. You will be reunited someday.
Chris Wischmann says
Rest in peace, precious cousin and Godmother Marie. Much love to Dave, Ed, Jake, Aaron and the extended family.
Jen Williams Mohs says
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. Worked with her for many years at HMC. Loved playing jokes on her but she always got even with me. She was a great lady. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.