H.T. May & Son Funeral Home

H.T. May & Son Funeral Home Funerals and Funeral Planning The funeral business that became H.T. May & Son was founded in Boonville in 1911 by Riley Martin; great-great uncle of Tom May.

Following the death of Riley Martin, his nephew; Holwell J. May took over the reins of the business and continued to operate it until his death in 1974. After the death of Holwell, his son H.T. May began to run the business. When H.T. died in 2005, son Thomas E. May began to run the business and is now the fourth generation to operate May Funeral Homes. The newest location, in Columbia, opened in April 2009. Thomas, was married in November 19 of 2011 to Pastor Jennifer Baker. Jennifer is a pre-need specialist for the business and currently pursing her funeral directors license. Thomas also has two sisters; Kathryn May who is a licensed funeral director and Melodia Whitmore. Thomas has three children; Holwell J. May II, who graduated from KCKCC with his Mortuary Science Degree, and is now a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, Brittany N. May, and Jeremiah Baker. May and staff are are dedicated to serving families from all ethnic backgrounds and religious beliefs in a personalized manner, with knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff.

Merry Christmas from all of us at H.T. May & Son Funeral Home As Christmas arrives, we’re mindful that this season carri...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at H.T. May & Son Funeral Home

As Christmas arrives, we’re mindful that this season carries different meanings for each family—joy and celebration for some, quiet reflection and remembrance for others. Wherever this season finds you, please know you are not alone.

For over a century, it has been our honor to serve this community with care, dignity, and compassion. We are grateful for the trust you place in us and for the relationships we continue to build with the families of Boonville and surrounding areas.

May your Christmas be filled with peace, comfort, and moments of warmth—whether shared with loved ones near, or held close in memory of those gone but never forgotten.

From our family to yours, we wish you a blessed and meaningful Christmas.

Bryan Keith Lundy, age 63, of Benton County, Missouri passed away at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by t...
12/24/2025

Bryan Keith Lundy, age 63, of Benton County, Missouri passed away at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Bryan was born October 29, 1962, to Keith and Karen Lundy. On February 1, 1991, he married the love of his life, Kelly Joell Shuster in Savannah,...

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12/22/2025

Celebration of Life for Pastor Denise Johnson

Brett Lucas, 56, of Russell Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at his home. Graveside services will be h...
12/20/2025

Brett Lucas, 56, of Russell Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at his home. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Green Acres Cemetery in Columbia, MO at 2:00 PM.

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12/19/2025

Leodeous Clark Celebration

Pastor Denise Johnson, 65, of Fayette, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at South Hampton Place in Columbia, Mis...
12/15/2025

Pastor Denise Johnson, 65, of Fayette, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at South Hampton Place in Columbia, Missouri. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the Morgan Street Baptist Church at 12:00 PM. Visitation will be from 11-12PM Monday at the church and from...

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Harvey Lee Fogle, 74, of Harrisburg, MO, formerly of Boonville, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Harry S. Tr...
12/11/2025

Harvey Lee Fogle, 74, of Harrisburg, MO, formerly of Boonville, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Harry S. Truman VA Hospital in Columbia. A private graveside service will be held at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery.

It is with great sorrow that the family of Harvey Lee “Butch”...

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Nora Sue McCann (née Kemp), age 69, of Mexico, Missouri, passed away surrounded by love and family. She was born on Nove...
12/09/2025

Nora Sue McCann (née Kemp), age 69, of Mexico, Missouri, passed away surrounded by love and family. She was born on November 26, 1956, in Mexico, Missouri, to Floyd and Ruby Kemp.

Nora dedicated the majority of her life to caring for others through her work as a nurse. Compassionate,...

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Virginia Wilson, 76, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at The Neighborhoods in Columbia, Missouri. S...
12/08/2025

Virginia Wilson, 76, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at The Neighborhoods in Columbia, Missouri. Services will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Second Baptist Church in Columbia. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Virginia Lee...

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Michael Eugene Kelly, of Bunceton, Missouri, passed away on November 30, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on January 30, 196...
12/05/2025

Michael Eugene Kelly, of Bunceton, Missouri, passed away on November 30, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on January 30, 1960, to Cecil and Jacqueline Williams, Michael lived a life defined by simple joys, quiet strength, and a genuine heart that touched everyone who knew him.

A celebration of life...

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Howard Turner, 84, of Columbia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home. A celebration of Life Serv...
12/03/2025

Howard Turner, 84, of Columbia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home.

A celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at St. Luke United Methodist Church at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be from 1-2 PM Saturday at the church.

Howard Edward Turner...

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11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from H.T. May & Son Funeral Home 🍁

As we gather with family and friends today, our hearts are full of gratitude for the community we are honored to serve. For 114 years, your trust has been one of our greatest blessings, and we never take it for granted.

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.” — Psalm 136:1

From our family to yours, may your day be filled with peace, reflection, and the comfort of those you hold dear.

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405 Sycamore Street
Boonville, MO
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