Cary-Gray-Obituary

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Cary Gray

Nov 29, 1957 - Feb 11, 2026

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We are so sad to hear the news of Cary’s passing. We remember him fondly from all the basketball & soccer games cheering Laura & the team on. Rest in Eternal Peace, Cary.
Sending our heartfelt condolencesThe Vershon Family

Sad to hear of Cary´s passing Condolences from the Campbell Clan (neighbors).

I met Cary When I moved here to work as an Athletic Trainer with START physical therapy. Cary and Pete were the OG's of the Athletic Training profession in Western Mass. You can't have a conversation about Western Mass Athletic Trainers without mentioning Cary! I offer my deepest condolences to the family. He will be missed.

Many fond memories of Cary from when we work together at START physical therapy. He was always fun to be around. It was a great source of help to the younger athletic trainers. I´m very sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in eternal peace.

My Condolences to the Gray Family I went to high school with Cary he was a great guy lot's of fun and a great athlete a genuine good person he will be greatly missed gone to soon!! Rest in peace love and prayers Heidi Durant-Parker

Cary was a genuine, honest and loving friend. I wish I could be there to say goodbye. Until the next time bud.

We are very sad to read of Cary´s passing. He was always friendly to us when our paths crossed. Rick and Cary would see one another when they were assigned to the same high school football games, and it was always fun to see Cary when we were at our son´s soccer games. May Cary rest in peace with Our Lord. To Paula and family, wishing you all comfort and peace at this sad time. Sincerely, Rick and Annie Paige

Great man , great trainer , had the privilege of having Cary as my teams Trainer for over 20 years when I coached at West Springfield HS varsity hockey , became a very good friend, God bless Cary, prayers to your whole family, especially your wife , children , grand child , RIP my friend !!

Obituary

Cary's Obituary

Chicopee- Cary Gray of Chicopee, MA passed away at home on February 11, 2026. Cary leaves behind his beloved children Eric Gray (Kaitie) of Redwood City, CA and Laura Eldridge (Bryce) of Nantucket, MA and his cherished granddaughter, Sloane Eldridge. Cary is survived by his dear friend and former wife Paula Kennedy Gray of Chicopee. One of five sons of the late James and Ruth Gray, he was predeceased by his brother Alan. Cary is survived by his brothers Wayne, Jeff and Kirk and their loving families. The Gray family spent many wonderful summers fishing and boating at their cabin on Green Lake in Dedham, ME.  A longtime resident of Chicopee, Cary graduated from Chicopee Comp High School where he excelled in football and track. He was a 1981 graduate of Springfield College. Cary was an Athletic Trainer who served numerous Western Mass sports teams at the elementary and high school levels.  He also served as the Athletic Trainer for the Ludlow Pioneers.  Throughout his career, Cary received many accolades, including the American Red Cross Hometown Heroes Award. Cary was an avid sports fan, cheering on his beloved New England Patriots and Red Sox.  A period of visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Corridan Funeral Home, 333 Springfield Street, Chicopee MA.

Donations in Cary’s memory may be sent to the American Red Cross, 150 Brookdale Drive, Springfield MA 01104

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