Beatrice M. May, 76, of Toms River, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born on September 27, 1949, in Boonton, NJ, Bea spent most of her life in Toms River, where she built a loving home. She worked as a unit secretary at Community Medical Center until her retirement. Bea enjoyed ceramics and collecting Hard Rock Café pins, cherished time with her family and friends, and adored her dog, Moxie. Her kindness, generosity, and joyful spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Ernest R. May, Sr.; her children, Ernest R. May, Jr. and his wife Beth, Christina Nyman and her husband David; and three grandchildren, Daemon, Kyle, and Lillian.

No public services are planned. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the PKD Foundation in Bea's memory.