Richmond, Virginia
McCRAY, Mrs. Marina Brewer "Gil", departed this life July 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Milton "Mickey" McCray Sr. She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Milton "Mutt" McCray Jr. (Eulene); three grandchildren, Toni Bailey, Lennon McCray and Chrislyn Smith (Bobby); six great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins; and two devoted friends, Florence and Brigette Watkins. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 31 at 11 a.m. at Zion Baptist Church, 2006 Decatur Street. Rev. Dr. Robert Pettis Sr., pastor. Rev. Dr. Carl Johnson officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
My deepest condolences go out to the McCray family. I'll always remember Ms. McCray's warm and friendly smile. She was truly a beautiful lady that will be missed by all. John 16:22
Sylvia Martin
August 04, 2008 | Chesterfield, VA
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. You and Uncle Mickey are truely one now.
Love Renee'
Renee' McCray-Wright
August 04, 2008 | Washington, DC
I extend my condolences and prayers to the McCray/Brewer family. May the Lord strenghten your inner beings while you go through the pain of her lost. She was such a kind and caring person towards me and all that knew her.
Thelma Mason
August 02, 2008 | Richmond, VA
I will truly miss your smile. Your usher friend in christ........
Virgil Peyton
Virgil Peyton
July 31, 2008 | Richmond, VA
I only met you once when I visited Richmond. You were very sweet. Wish I could've spent more time with you. May you rest in peace.
Brian McCray Sr
July 31, 2008 | Nashville, TN
May the Lord comfort and hold you during this time.I never had the chance to me her,but only heard beautiful thing's about her. I love you!!!
Wiliam C McCray III
July 30, 2008 | Antioch, TN
Mrs. McCray she was our next door neighbor starting 1950 August. I would like to express our deepest sorry from the Chavis family next door. We lived in harmony from 1950 to the present and never a harsh word, not even a stare. You could not have had a better neighbor. She was the same kind care giving person last year as she was in 1950.. She was compasionate to all. She helped my son when he needed help. She was always there but never into your business. She welcomed everyone in our...
Joseph Chavis Jr.
July 30, 2008 | Raleigh, NC
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I am really going to miss seeing Mrs. McCray every Sunday morning. She was a very special person. She would always say "come over here and give me a hug."
Joyce Easter
July 30, 2008 | Richmond
Auntie,
May you rest in peace. I know you were missing Uncle Mickey when I last visited you and you shared so much information about the McCray side of the family with me and my Mom. God called you home from labor to reward.. Peace and Comfort to the family.. From :Nannie (Rookie) McCray-Barnes and Family
Treina Kelley
July 30, 2008 | Richmond, VA
