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John B. Gray

FUNERAL HOME

Pyne Keohane Funeral Home - Hingham

21 Emerald Street

Hingham, Massachusetts

John Gray Obituary

John B. Gray MARION John B. "Jack" Gray, formerly of Hingham and Charlestown, September 1, 2008. Beloved husband of 32 years to Mary (Marnon) Gray. Husband of the late Mary (Carroll) Gray. Loving father of Jane and husband Paul Mitchell of Hingham, Catherine and husband Mark Koran of Mattapoisett, Virginia and husband Michael Crisp of Hanson, Charles Neville and wife Kelly of Franklin, Richard Neville and wife Jennifer of Quincy, Denise and husband Tadhg Flaherty of Melrose, Mark Neville of Hingham, and John B. Gray, Jr. and wife Mary Ann of Hanson Brother of James Gray of Wilmington. Also lovingly survived by 16 grandchildren. Jack grew up in Charlestown, raised his family in Hingham and moved to Marian after retiring in 1991. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1955 and was stationed in Vienna his first year. After turning eighteen, he was sent to fight in the Korean Conflict and was awarded the prestigious Combat Infantryman's Badge. For 35 years, he worked at Brockway Smith Company (Brosco) and retired as the Director of Architectural Relations. In retirement, Jack worked as a bus driver. He was a longtime Hingham Youth Hockey coach and enjoyed playing hockey himself into adulthood. He also enjoyed playing golf. Most of all, Jack enjoyed his family and will be remembered as a kind and giving person. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM, Friday at 10:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in Saint Paul's Church, Hingham at 11 a.m. Visiting hours Thursday 4 - 8 p.m. Donations in Jack's memory may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Boston, 15 Green St., Charlestown, MA 02129. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Sep. 3, 2008.

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John Stevenson

September 7, 2008

Johnny & the entire Gray/Neville Families,

I just heard of the passing of your father and would like to pass along my deepest condolences. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.

Olako Agburu

September 5, 2008

Denise, may your memories bring you and your family comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please let me know if you need anything...Olako

Michelle Oriola (Berard)

September 5, 2008

Although it's been so many years since I have seen Mr. Gray.. I will always remember him being a great friend to my Dad, I remember his big smile.. especially when he beat my Dad at golf. Good luck Mrs. Gray in the next few weeks. We know you are going to be a little lost and lonley. Just know that so many of your friends from far and away, new and old will be thinking of you and your family.

Dee Griffin

September 4, 2008

Dear Gray/Neville Families

I just found out about Mr. Gray's passing. I am Very sorry I did not make it to the wake. I will always remember him as a kind person, who taught me alot about hockey in my early years. As a matter a fact, I still use some of the drills he taught then, now as the JV coach at Hingham High. I will always remember his smile,his laugh and more importantly his encouragement as I try to raise my child.

I wish my family could have met yours, because they would now undersand what great respect I had for Mr. Gray.

Dee Griffin

John Cavanaugh

September 4, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Diann Burnham

September 4, 2008

Dear Denise & Family,

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you for your loss. Supporting your father's wishes to bring him home is a testimonal to your family's love and strength for one another. May God bless you and your family during this sad time.

Barbara McNeil

September 4, 2008

To the Gray/Neville Family,

My deepest sympathy to all of you at this sad time. I hope all your happy memories carry you through this difficult period.

Mike Casey

September 3, 2008

Mr. Gray,
Sir, I would just like say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Korea as a Combat Infantryman. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Mary Lou Wanders

September 3, 2008

Ginger and family,
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. Many years have passed since I last saw your Dad, but I remember his smile and his kindness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy & Rob Lawson

September 3, 2008

Johnie,Mary Ann & Family,
We're so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Kathy & Rob Lawson

Patricia (Andrews) Meigs

September 3, 2008

Mary, Jane, Catherine, Chuckie,Mark, Richard, and family:
I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I remember our visit a couple of years ago in Marion and showing us around town. I felt like I'd known him all my life!
May God take him under His wing...I'm sure God and Richie will welcome him home with open arms. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Rest in peace, Jack!

Linda Kane

September 3, 2008

Denise- Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. It's wonderful that you had last Sunday with your dad and family...it sounded like a remarkable day. Love, Linda

Peter Thompson

September 3, 2008

Grays/Nevilles:

I am so sorry to hear of Mr Gray's passing. I remember him fondly as my first hockey coach.

Jody Roberts

September 3, 2008

Denise & family,

My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

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