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Rev. Essie Marie Frierson May

02/06/1958 - 03/23/2023

Obituary For Rev. Essie Marie Frierson May

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc. announces the transition of Rev. Essie Marie Frierson May.

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FUNERAL SERVICES Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Mt. Sinai Methodist Church, 11832 Lagrone Road, Moundville, AL 35474. Rev. May will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.

BURIAL: Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo, AL.

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Freddie Washington sent Your Light Shines for Rev. Essie Marie Frierson May - March 31, 2023

Our prayers and deepest sympathy to the the Frierson family during this time of bereavement. Overseer Freddie Washington and the Cornerstone FGBC.

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Family of Rev. May: I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I would get my hair done in her basement salon at Skyland Park. Please rest well.

Rev. Essie May attended Hood Theological Seminary. Although her classes were long-distance, I cherished the time spent when she came to Salisbury. She is a beautiful spirit with a bright, warm smile. Praying that the Lord continue to strengthen the family for the living of days ahead. She will forever remain alive in your hearts and memories.

Praying for the family. Another child of God joining the heavenly host. Sleep on Rev. May your work on earth is finished. You have earned eternal life. Rest on I'll see you in the morning.

Our deepest condolences Queen Betty and to the family. Thanking God for Queen Essie's earthly and eternal life. My God's Peace be with you all.

Our most heartfelt condolences to Queen Betty and family. Thanking God for the earthly and eternal life of Queen Essie. May God's Peace be with you all.

Mr. & Mrs. Edward Giles

With heartfelt condolences. Your Fourth Year Lomax-Hannon Students of the Alabama Florida Episcopal Area of the AME Zion Church. Rev(s) Bessie Bell,Cedric Bell, Sharon Hawkins, And Paul Dean.

Family of Rev Essie May https://cdn.loving-memorials.com/candles/candle-pink-lit. My sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Bertha Murray & The entire Murray Family

My sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Bertha Murray & The entire Murray Family

Rest in heaven Essie!!! From Clarisa Polke and the Holifield family

Remembering always the times shared in Georgiana and the South Alabama Conference. We were grateful for your support!

Rev. May, I thank God for you. You have been such a blessing and inspiration for me. My prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I will see you later. St. John AME Zion Church Georgiana loves the May family. I should say we're shared our love and we are thankful to God for our time together.

See you in the morning Rev. Essie! Fannie S. Adams

My most heartfelt condolences to the family at this time, as you prepare to celebrate a life well lived, and well loved. My prayer is that God will give you understanding, then; a peace that surpasses all understanding. Keeping you in my prayers. ~Shelia Smith ~

My most heartfelt condolences to the family at this time, as you prepare to celebrate a life well lived, and well loved. My prayer is that God will give you understanding, then; a peace that surpasses all understanding .

Rev. May you were such a beautiful flower from God's garden, our hearts were not ready but God needed his flower. Praying for the family of Rev. Essie May, remember that "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal."

I'm deeply saddened to hear the news of my dear friend, confidant and sister in Christ. I'm praying for your strength and comfort Symone and Selena I love y'all, stay strong in the Lord He will see you through. My deepest condolences, I Rev. Rives

My heart is deeply saddened to the news of my fellow sister in Christ. I,m praying for you Symone and Selena for your strength and comfort and the entire family. Rev. Essie May, my teacher and my confidant will truly be missed.

Essie was one of the first girls at Englewood to show kindnesses to me. We would walk home together sometimes after school. We reconnected through Carolyn ( my neighbor now) a couple years ago. We would send messages and share things. We got to visit at Thanksgiving. What a gift sitting on the porch swinging and sharing things about our lives. She send me a note a week ago telling me that she loved me. What a gift! She knew what was important. We took a picture that I treasure. I know where she is and that we will be reunited ❤️❤️ For now I'll remember her sweet smile and spirit

Sending my deepest condolences to the family. I remember our days as being part of the Mustang Basketball Booster Club, running to each other at Walmart, sending messages to each through messenger, and I'll miss your words of encouragement, that you would share through social media. Rest in heavenly peace Ms. Essie 🙏🏽. Love Yorel

My prayer is that you would sense Holy Spirit's comforting presence through each memory of your dear loved one. May each tear, each smile & every bit of laughter serve as a reminder of the bond you have held deep within the recesses of your hearts. Our prayers will continue for you. Rev. Tandra R. Jones Central Alabama Conference Alabama Florida Episcopal District AME Zion Church

May you rest well. I have known you for years and you have always been an inspiration to me. Job well done. Love you Amy and family

Rest in Peace we love you God love you more so take your rest your classmate Susie Hood Lomax

My sincere sympathy to the May and Frierson families. Praying for GOD's comfort to you all.

Love, Renardo Gadie

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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