Peacefully at Brampton Civic Hospital, on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 , Douglas Byrne May, at the age of 65 years, beloved husband for 43 years of Mary Anne May (née Theodorou). Loving brother of Fred and his wife Ruth. He will be fondly remembered by his brother-in-law John (Cathy) and sister-in-law Nicki. Loving uncle of Alanna, Evan (Laura) and dear great-uncle of Gregory.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Monday, January 13, from one o’clock until time of the memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Halton County Radial Railway Museum, 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, N0B 1Z0.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Maureen and David Randles
Oh Mary Anne David and I are so sorry to hear of Dougs passing please accept our condolences.
David E. Barrett
Words can not truly state ones feelings at this time. Upon hearing of your passing, memories of times together came flowing back.
Our chats over coffee together at the museum about sports, our years at the TTC, and about our work at the museum were just a few of the memories that I will cherish forever.
Your help and work behind the scenes at locating prints and information of the former TTC cars now at the museum will live on for generations, and be there for future volunteers who share the interest in keeping this history alive for all to see and experience.
These last few years I felt helpless as you described the health issues that you were going through. Life is not easy nor fair. You fought back and did your best.
I will forever miss you old friend…..
Danny, Darlene Avram & Family
Our Dear Friend MaryAnn,
We are So Very Sad to learn of Doug’s passing. We have no words at this present time to fully express what we are feeling. Just remember that Doug no longer suffers and is in a much better place. He’s Certainly up in the heavenly train yard with the “ puffer bellies” and the other locomotives he so cherished.
Yes, You’re still here to face the world and must continue to deal with each day and the ups and downs they bring. Remember that you won’t be alone…. Know always that we’re here for you….all you have to do is call, day or night.
Our Deepest Condolences to You MaryAnn, Fred and Ruth and to All the Family.
Our Dear Friend Doug, Rest In Peace.
Danny, Darlene, Amanda and Tina Avram
also Marie DeMeis ( my Mother )
Anne Parry
I am honoured to say that Doug was my life long friend and beloved cousin. The loss of such a kind, gentle and funny man is a sad day for those of us who knew him well.
His passing has come too soon.
Doug had a great love for music and it was music that wove the thread of our friendship for over 50 years.
Our annual pilgrimage to Massey Hall to see Gordon Lightfoot was just the beginning of years of conversations and stories about our music heroes.
He was quiet and unassuming and yet no one enjoyed a great joke or a family memory more than Doug. You just had to get him talking…
His expertise and knowledge of trains and planes was something much more than just a hobby and I know he spoke at great length to my father about WW2 and my father’s many experiences.
He was kind that way…he just settled into your life and he always had time for people who had time for him.
Over the past year our conversations sadly focussed on his many health issues and I know how hard he fought the fight to live.
My love and condolences go out to Mary-Ann, his life partner and rock throughout his far too short a journey.
Caroline Rose
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Doug. He was a kind and gentle soul and a great friend at the HCRR. I will always remember his quiet nature and joy of transit.
Ken Graham
To Alanna, Evan, Fred, and Ruth,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your uncle and brother. He sounds like a bright, interesting , and terrific guy – just like everyone in the May family.
Bob Parry
Doug was my cousin, a month older than me, the son of my father’s sister, Gwladys May (nee Parry). While I never got to know Doug really well, I would like to talk about him from a different perspective. His father, William (Bill) May served in the RCAF in WWII. While Doug never, to my knowledge, embraced the faith of his mother, Gwladys, I am sure she instilled in him, along with his father, the principles of honesty, integrity, hard work, and faithfulness as that is how I remember Doug. He was a quiet person. At family gatherings he would mingle quietly. When I spoke to him he would answer questions sincerely and honestly. His sense of humor was sometimes colorful, which only added life to our gatherings. I knew of his passion for trains and the TTC and our military. He and MaryAnn were the quiet, unassuming couple that were a delight at our gatherings. Over the past few years, as Doug’s health declined I missed him at our family gatherings. Our family, never really all that large, just got smaller, and so much poorer with his passing. I can honestly say that I was proud to have Doug as my cousin and I will miss him. It may be small comfort, but his pain and suffering have come to an end. I am thankful that he is no longer in pain.
Tellos and Monique
We’d like to share our sincere condolences with Doug’s family and friends. We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Our memories of Doug will stay with us forever.
Monique, Tellos & Matthew Charalambides
Neill & Violet Parry
Much too early I lost a true friend.
Doug loved good old rock and roll and of course, his favourite, Gordon Lightfoot.
We talked for hours about the Blue Jays and the Leafs.
Doug was a kind man with a great sense of humour. He loved family and dogs but his real passions were trains and old streetcars.
Violet and I will truly miss him.
Our sincere condolences to Mary-Ann.
With love Neill and Violet Parry
Lisa Di Santo
My heartfelt condolences Mary to you and the family.
John Oostyen
We are sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Are sincere condolences to MaryAnn and family.
John and Debbie Oostyen
Danielle Harmsen
Mary-Ann,
It broke my heart when my Mom called to say that Doug had passed away. I want you to know how important the two of you were in my childhood and that I have so many great memories at your old house, climbing under his train sets popping up in the middle and watching them in complete awe of the detail and time put in to making everything look so real, is was one of those memories. He will be missed, you are in my thoughts.
Love,
Danielle & Grant
Sandra Morra
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband Doug. May he rest in peace now.
Sandra and Joe Morra
Bob Scott
Mary Anne, Ruth, and Fred,
My sincere sympathies on your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Justine Harmsen
MaryAnn,
I’m heartbroken to hear of Doug’s passing. I have such fond memories of visiting your home as a child; I can still see the train set running around the basement like it was yesterday. I will always remember Doug’s kindness and gentle manner.
Life can be unpredictable, and although it is full of challenges, it also brings joy, and laughter, and love . I hope you are able to find peace during this difficult time, and know that we are all thinking of you and sending you our love.
John & Cathy
Doug
You have always been a true gentlemen and always helped us in many ways. You are a big part of our family and our lives. Your heart of gold will always shine bright. Your honesty and sincerity will never be forgotten. Your love for your wife Mary Ann will be forever. We will always love you Doug.
John & Cathy Theodorou ♥️♥️
David Troyer and Kathy Jones
We are so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Our sincere sympathy for Mary Ann and family .
Linda and Jack Joe
We were deeply saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to Mary Anne, Fred, Ruth, Alanna, Evan, and Gregory.
Ed and Rose Kurak
Mary Ann, Fred and Ruth – I understand your feelings. I knew Doug from the time he came home from the hospital. My mother looked after Fred and I to provide respite to Mrs. May. I see energetic Doug trying to keep pace with the big boys, Wally, myself and Fred. I know how determined Doug was to complete his studies at Humber College. We spent time covering algebra etc. I have seen reference to Doug;s enjoyment of music. I remember we drove to an electronic store on Albion Road to purchase his first stereo. He was indeed a gentle person
Maureen and Dennus
Fred and Ruth and family Our prayers of God’s comfort and strength be with you at this time. God bless from Maureen and Dennis Kowal
James Clarke
Dear Maryanne,
I am sorry that I cannot make Doug’s service today. I have always valued our comradery and conversations.
I will be in touch later this week when all calms down. If there is any thing I can do for you please don’t
hesitate to call me as a friend who is there for you .PEACE be with you, James and Wilma
Kim
Mary-Anne
I was shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Doug over the holidays. The two of you had such a deep connection that anyone near you two could feel.
May the memories of your 43 years together give you some peace during these days ahead.
Brooklyn sends you love and thoughts and misses you at the YMCA.
Sending you wishes of peaceful healing through all of your memories together.
Kim (Jessup) and Brooklyn
Jim Manning
So sorry to read of the passing of Doug. As an old friend from public and high school we had many adventures together. From countless trips to the hobby store, Argo games and even a steam train excursion he will be missed.