Patricia Doris Hoye May

Patricia Doris (Johnston) Hoye May, age 89, of Omaha, passed away at her home on August 11, 2024.

Pat was born in Houston, Texas on May 30, 1935, to Tracy and Irene (Cain) Johnston.

She lived an adventurous life marrying Richard “Dick” Hoye on February 19, 1956 in Grant, Iowa.  During their marriage, Pat and Dick had two sons, Mark and Bruce.  They moved to the Ozarks and ran a resort for 10 years, then moved to Guatemala and farmed for 12 years.  She learned Spanish and enjoyed the history and culture of the people there.  Upon Dick’s death, Pat moved back to the United States, living in Council Bluffs, then Omaha, and worked at Mutual of Omaha and First National Bank.

In 1987, she met Ernest May Sr., and they married in 1989.  Pat and Ernie enjoyed Square Dancing and traveling.  Ernie’s family was a source of tremendous happiness for her, bringing two sons, a daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren into her life.

She was a member of the Hanscom Park United Methodist Church and greatly enjoyed the fellowship there.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents, Tracy and Irene Johnston; first husband, Richard Hoye; son, Mark Hoye; second husband, Earnest May, Sr.; brother, Jim Johnston.

She is survived by her son, Bruce Hoye (Sherri); stepsons, Earnest May, Jr., (Kathy) and John; step grandchildren: Erin May, Sean May and Shane May; sister, Susan Clemmensen (Jim).

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha with VISITATION from 6:00PM until the time of service.

1 Condolence

  • Colleen Hoye Posted August 16, 2024 2:06 pm

    Pat was one of my favorite people. She taught me how to be a better person with her warm and accepting nature. She always greeted you with a smile and warm hospitality. She held the secret to making people feel good about themselves just being around her.. Rest in peace until we meet again aunt Pat.

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