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CHARLES GRAY Obituary
CHARLES W. GRAY (Age 69)
Of Silver Spring, MD, devoted and beloved husband of Rosalind M. Gray for 40 years, loving father of Tracy Gray Tyler (Danny) and Philip W. Gray (Andrea), and proud grandfather of Aaron and Madison Hall, departed this life suddenly on Sunday, July 2, 2017. He was a graduate of Howard University and a dedicated federal employee for 43 years. Charles is also survived by his parents Junius W. and Verna K. Gray; brother W. Francell Gray and sister Rita Gray Archer; three nieces, one aunt, six cousins; in-laws Russell and Helen Menefield; and a host of relatives and friends. Family visitation begins at 10 a.m., until time of service at 11 a.m. on July 12 at the Takoma Park Baptist Church, 635 Aspen Street, NW, Washington, DC. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Takoma Park Baptist Church, memo line marked Computer Lab.www.collinsfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES GRAY
Anthony Robinson
July 3, 2019
I'm still in disbelief about Charles' absence. Recently there was a memoriam to his father in the Richmond newspaper, and that just rekindled a ton of memories about Charles and his family. They were always so welcoming, gracious and kind to me. I pray for continuing comfort for them.
Darlene Mcknight
August 17, 2017
Rosalind and family, you have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Charles was a kind and gentle man with a giving spirit. His love of family and church was evident in his actions. He will always be remembered in our hearts and the halls of Takoma Park Baptist Church.
Andre and Diana Wilkins
July 13, 2017
Dear Rosalind and Family.
We remember Mr. Gray as a very devoted member of Takoma Park Baptist Church. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peace and Blessings,
Carolyn Cook Fowlkes
July 12, 2017
So so sorry to have heard of my cousin Charles's passing. I remember when we were in school after passing from one grade to the next I would be the fortunate one to receive his books because he was a graduate higher than me! He kept his books like new! Yes, we had to purchase our books at that time!
I will miss him even though I didn't see him often! Praying for the family!
July 12, 2017
Dear Rosalind and Family: I was sorry to hear about Charles. He was always an active member of the Church. I worked with him and others on the Computer Strategy Team years ago.
He will truly be missed. I will keep all of you in my prayers. - Maxine Hill
Wilma Allen
July 11, 2017
Dear Rosalind and Family: Our hearts grieve with you, as we have lost a dedicated christian soldier in Deacon Gray. He will truly be missed. Please know that you are loved. May sweet memories sustain you in this difficult time.
carol watkins
July 11, 2017
I remember Charles Gray when he worked at U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Mr. Gray was one of the first people I met when I started and he was very nice person. My prayers go out to his family in Jesus name!
Roslyn de Cordova
July 10, 2017
I'm so very, very sorry to hear of Charles's passing. He and I went to John M. Gandy High School together. My prayers and sympathy to the family. God's Blessings
Nancy J Davenport-Johnson
July 10, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my childhood friend and classmate of John M Gandy School in Ashland VA. Seeing him at the 50th Class Reunion was great! He will be truly miss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gray family!
Anthony Robinson
July 10, 2017
I'm still in shock at the loss of my dear elementary & high school buddy. We shared a lot of good times as kids. I'll always remember his intelligence, his seriousness, as well as his sense of humor. My sincere condolences to Rosalind and the Gray family.
Cheryl Anne Boyce
July 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a faithful servant to his community and his loss will be felt by many. We should all be inspired to do more for those in need as he did in his honor.
July 10, 2017
Our sincere and deepest condolences to the Gray family on the loss of your loved one. Please know those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they'll live on in the heart.
Paulette Lemelle
July 9, 2017
Charles will be truly missed. He was a true friend. He was always a kind and caring person. You have my heartfelt sympathy. His parents raised a wonderful son.
I will never forget my dear friend.
With deepest sympathy,
Ed Weathersby
July 9, 2017
Condolences to the family of my old friend whom I had not seen in many years. We worked together many years ago, traveled together, played tennis together, and I attended his wedding. So sorry to hear of his passing at such an early age
Colleen Boyd
July 9, 2017
May your memories of Charles bring you comfort. My best memories are from our early years when my sister and I would spend time at the family farm across the road from Charles' house. It was always a treat when my grandmother took us down the hill to visit with all of the King cousins. You will be missed Charles.
Jefferine Baskett
July 9, 2017
To The Gray Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.May your memories bring you comfort.
Deepest Sympathy.
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