Hemlock: At age 66, Philip passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at his home in Hemlock, NY. He was born in Dansville, NY to the late Norman and Frances May. Philip is predeceased by his wife; Edna Coykendall. Survived by his step-daughters; Rhonda Coykendall, Karen Sayre, his brother; Norman (Lorie) May Jr., his step-sisters; Roxanne Smith and Doris Hefner., and his grandchildren; Corbin Swift, Kenna Coykendall, along with his great grandchildren; Aubreigh, Austin and Cole, along with several other nieces, nephews, friends and family.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place at 2pm on Saturday, July 30th, at the Hemlock Sportsman’s Club, 4883 South Main Street, Hemlock, NY 14466, all are welcome. Anyone wishing to help with this gathering, to share a memory there, or help with a dish to pass please contact Rhonda Coykendall.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Harrison-Lee Post 283 American Legion, 3850 Federal Rd, Livonia, NY 14487 or to: The First Baptist Church, Hemlock, 4738 S Main St, Hemlock, NY 14466.
To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
To Phil’s family and loved ones,
He was one hell of a guy. Glenn and I used to camp at SkyBrook Campground with Phil and Edna years ago, they were such a great couple!! Fly high Phil and join your love Edna. You will be missed.
Grew up with the May family – wonderful neighbors. Sorry about the loss – way too soon.
sorry to loose you old buddy john floyd and i are really going to miss you. are time at wandas, and other activitys . miss the storys and bs we used to do. god bless old buddy
Rhonda and family, so sorry for your loss
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss. Hugs to the family.
Rhonda, so sorry to hear about Phil. Did alot of riding with your Mom & Phil & the rest of the crew we rode with. He was a good guy…
Do sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace.
Phil was a great friend and fellow truck driver.. Till me have coffee in that big truck stop in the sky roll easy my friend .
Rhonda, Karen and extended family.
So sorry for your loss. Praying the peace of Jesus over you all. May He be your strong tower always.
I used to work with Phil, He was always so pleasant and caring, he will be missed..
Rhonda n Karen My thoughts are with you. Prayers for you n family. On the passing of your stepdad. I’m here for you both.