Jimmie Dale May, Sr., 73, of Exeter, Mo., passed away Monday, July 22, 2024, at Cox Monett Hospital in Monett, Mo.

He was born April 28, 1951, in Ukiah, Calif., the son of Robert Melvin and Teresa Myrtle (Mills) May, who preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Debra J. Reil; two sons, Jimmie May, Jr. of Reno, Nev., and Robert Manis; one daughter, Nona May of Antioch, Calif.; one brother, Gene May of Red Bluff, Calif., and several grandchildren.

He grew up and received his education in Calif.

He was a union worker employed in the construction industry. He and Debra moved from California to the Exeter area five years ago.

Services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.