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Robert Cray Obituary
He married the former Rhonda (Hosea) on Feb. 25, 1982, in Florida. In 1988, they moved back to Maine. His hobbies were fishing and hunting. He was a member of the Jubilee Family Worship Center in Newport. Bobby loved God, his family and others. He will be remembered as a great father and a wonderful, loving husband. He took great pride in the care of his parents and family.
In addition to his parents and wife, he is survived by his children, Robert Cray III and Rachael Cray; a grandson, Matthew Cray; a sister, Velma, and husband Carl Palmer, all of Palmyra; two brothers, Richard Cray Sr. and wife Carol of Hartland and Ronald Cray of Nassau, N.Y.; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; and his parents-in-law, Mark and Madoline Hosea, of Ocala, Fla. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Myles and Fern Cray; and his grandparents-in-law, Frank and Anna Hosea.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Crosby & Neal, 117 Main St., Newport. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, at Jubilee Family Worship Center, 163 Elm St., Newport, with the Rev. Scott Black and Pastor Brian Woodbury officiating. Burial will be in the Palmyra Village Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the church building fund, 163 Elm St., Newport, ME 04953.
Those who wish may leave written tributes at www.CrosbyNeal.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Cray
Donna Privitera MacIntire
May 27, 2019
Still miss you.
Edith Dickinson
June 8, 2011
Rhonda, Robby, and Rachael, My heart goes out to you at this time. I was on the plane when I got the news and am so sorry that I could not be here. You are and have been in my thoughts and prayers. I send my love to all of you. Edie Dickinson
Kathleen Palmer
June 6, 2011
our hearts go out to you and the whole family . from the whole Palmer family,
June 5, 2011
will miss you our prayers are with all of you love Uncle Lloyd (Sonny)
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Naomi (Cray) & David Robinson
June 5, 2011
During this time we are keeping you in our prayers. May God's peace bring you comfort, and know that one of these days-sooner than we think-we will be reunited. Gd's blessings and peace to each of you.
June 4, 2011
Rhonda ,Robby and Rachel,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.We'll keep you all in our prayers. I wish there were better words to express our condolences.
Joe and Kathy Getchell
Donna Privitera
June 3, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss...you are all in my prayers. If there is anything I can do please let me know.
Ivan Southard
June 3, 2011
Cindy and I are very very sorry to hear about Bobby. Our prayers and thoughts are out to the whole family.
Cindy & Pete Salisbury
June 3, 2011
To all the Cray families,
We were so very shocked and saddened to hear of Bobby passing. He was a good man and we have lots of great childhood memories of him. Thinking of you and sending condolences.
Mindy Crossman
June 3, 2011
Rhonda and Rachel, I am so sorry for your loss,Just remember God does things for a reason and doesn't put things in our way we can't handle, You are in my thoughts and prayers God Bless
sandra nason
June 2, 2011
Rhonda dear I am so sorry, it is hard to beleive. The thing that I remember the most is that cute little grin when he is trying not to laugh out loud. We will always be here for you,we love you. Sandy & Dave
robles
June 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Robbie and Rachael hold on to the memories and they will bring you through your toughest days. Rhonda you have a wonderful husband who loved you and he was always there for anybody who needed him. We will all miss him dearly. I can see his little smile as I write to you... Love you all, Lisa & Joe
Peggy Black
June 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rachel and the rest of your family. Peggy Black
June 2, 2011
So sorry to hear about your Dad. It's not easy, but keep all the good memories close to you. Our prayers are with you. Love, Uncle Lloyd & Aunt Marie
Vicki Dyer/Cossar/Parker
June 2, 2011
I have very fond childhood memories of Bobby.. I was glad we went to school from grammer school all the way to high school.. He was a good friend.. Sorry we lost touch over the years but I did see him occasionally in the store in Corinna when him and rick stopped in a couple summers ago for lunch.. My love and thoughts go out to the family. I am here if anyone needs me.. hugs...
Tim & Cindy Mason
June 2, 2011
Heartbroken for Rhonda and the Cray family. Bobby was such a nice man and he will be missed. Prayers and thoughts go out to all the family and loved ones.
suz kasprzak
June 2, 2011
Sweet childhood memories of a very dear cousin who could break out in the most wonderful smiles. Praying for the Lord's comfort and strength in these very hard days. Much love,
June 2, 2011
our thought and prayers are with you and the family in your time of sorrow. love ya scott and nancy merriam
Mel
June 2, 2011
My heart goes out to all of you. John called me last night, and I could scarcely believe my ears. Weeping with you. Bobby was amongst the most favorite and best. Love to you all! MaryEllen (Mel)
Evelyn Hall
June 2, 2011
Velma, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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