Ardith "Ardie" Ann May
June 6, 1941 ~ January 4, 2026
Ardith Ann May, 84, of Whitesboro, Texas passed away into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Ardie was born on June 6, 1941 in Paterson, New Jersey, to Gilbert and Mary Violet (Whritenour) West. She graduated high school from Mary Help of Christians Academy in New Jersey. She married Walter May on October 11, 1975 in Grand Prairie, Texas and they were married until his passing in 1999. She was a long-time member of Legacy Pointe Central Baptist Church of Whitesboro. Ardie was a buyer for years for the Arlington Military Base Commissary and transitioned into the banking business, working as a teller for Chase Bank in Sherman. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority (Xi Theta Delta Chapter) for fifty years. She volunteered with TCOG (Texoma Council of Governments) and TAHV (Texas Association of Healthcare Volunteers) through WNJ/SMC Volunteer Program. She had a big heart and a passion for helping others. Ardie had the soul of a gypsy; she lived by her terms and did what she wanted and traveled where she wanted to go. She was a social butterfly who enjoyed weekends, but her highlight was her “Sunday Funday” which consisted of church and the casino. She loved her family up North, her church family, and had many friends, but she truly lived for her fur babies. Her big heart will be missed by the many who adored her.
She is survived by her sister, Jacqueline Robataille and husband, Wally of Upstate New York; niece, Lisa Pasquariello and husband, Don; niece, Dawn Feorenzo and husband, Tony; great nieces and nephews, Tori, Lauren & Richard, and Anthony & Dara and her great-great nieces and nephew, Avery, Aubry, and Richard.
Ardie was preceded in death by her husband, Walter May and parents, Gilbert and Mary West.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor may be made to ARF House 3377 Spalding Rd. Sherman, Texas 75092 or the Grayson County Humane Society/SPCA 3110 N Calais St. Sherman, TX.
Funeral services honoring Ardie will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Legacy Pointe Central Baptist Church in Whitesboro, officiated by Rev. Joe Patterson. Interment will follow at Macomb Cemetery. A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Meador Funeral Home in Whitesboro from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
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Ardie you will be dearly missed by us and so many more. Nancy and I first met you at the bank and who knew we would be in the WNJ Auxillary together. You were a great worker. treasurer. and friend to all the group. When you relieved me on the Lobby shift I would always salute you and say “You have the Conn Ardie” and you would laugh and smile! We will not forget you sweet friend. and we will meet again in a better place.
Ardie dedicated herself to SMC as a volunteer since 2003, giving more than 20,000 hours of her time in service to others. Her commitment touched countless lives and strengthened our community in immeasurable ways.
Her presence made a difference, and her absence will be deeply felt.
Ardie will truly be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Love, Addie’s SMC Family
So sorry for the loss of this sweet lady. I am thankful for the 15+ years of friendship we had. Her big smile will be missed.
Condolences to the family and friends ??????
I often told you Ardie to “Win BIG” and you sure did when you accepted Jesus Christ as your Personal Lord and Savior you are now walking the streets of Gold in Heaven and you are treasured in Hearts of Gold of many Family Friends here on Earth! Paytyn, Preston, Ray and Mikayla and many other kids miss and loved you! You are forever in my Heart and Memories! We had so much fun and laughter in our adventures! Thank your Ardie for sharing Jesus, Fun and Laughter! You were there for me always and I was Blessed to have you as my Sister Friend, Thank for giving me more family with your Sorority and Volunteers! Love you Ardie! I will miss saying I Love you and hearing you say see you in the morning ???
I first met Ardie when I went to work at Chase Bank in Sherman. She was a kind, upbeat and sweet lady. I then had the pleasure of seeing her pretty much everyday when I worked at WNJ hospital for many years. Whenever I seen her she always had a smile on her face and was always greeting everyone. She volunteered her time and when I was expecting my first grandbaby she worked in the gift shop and I would go in to check out what new things they had for babies. She always kept up with how much longer until my Granddaughter was to arrive and then I made sure she got to meet her. Everytime she seen me she always asked about her. I will never forget Ardie. I know she will be greatly missed by all who loved her and got to know her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends during this difficult time.
I worked with Ardie for many years…My name is Carolyn Reddell…working with Ardie was so much fun but serious….she was super kind & a great teller, she was very smart & helped anyone that needed her…she is with Walter & her God now…She is happy & rejoicing…Thanks Ardie, Nadine & I will miss you ❤️❤️