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Edwin F. Gray

1934 - 2021

Edwin F. Gray obituary, 1934-2021, Williamsville, VT

BORN

1934

DIED

2021

Edwin Gray Obituary

Edwin F. Gray, 86, died peacefully at home in Williamsville on June 11, 2021, with his wife Christine and Bayada home health aide Melinda at his side. He was born October 7, 1934 at home in Williamsville, the third of 6 children to Frank and Helena (Crowninshield) Gray.

Edwin worked for Loney Construction for 30 years, retiring after a serious accident on the job in 1993. As part of his recovery, he and his son Marc began to raise orchids, building two greenhouses, and filling them with award winning orchids.

He was predeceased by his parents, his sister Jean (Druke), and his brothers James and Charles. Surviving are his wife of almost 59 years, his sons, Marc and Daniel (wife Sheila) and brother David and sister Joan Jones.

Edwin was a quiet, humble man who loved the outdoors. He built a beautiful home and yard for his family and was still gardening in 2020. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman and supplied many fish and game meals for the family.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 19 at 1 pm at the Newfane Congregational Church, followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.

Special thanks to all who took part in caring for Edwin, especially Bayada Homecare, Bayada Hospice and David MacCormack, APRN, his primary care giver.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Brattleboro Reformer on Jun. 15, 2021.

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Jane D Perham

June 24, 2021

Christine, Marc and Danny, My since condolences to all of you for your loss of Ed. His work ethic, construction skills and communication were critical for the multitude of projects that he was involved in at Loney Construction. His joy of working with orchids always created a smile. Ed was an all around good person and definitely a Vermonter. May all of you find much comfort with your many memories. Peace be with you.

Jane D Perham

June 24, 2021

Christine, Marc & Danny

Megan & Tim Gauvin

June 20, 2021

We will cherish the many memories we have together as a family through the years. Sending prayers, love, and support to you all. May you find comfort in your memories too.

Dawn Andrews

June 19, 2021

Sending Love and Strength to you all.
Will always remember the times we spent either in Vermont or at the Beach with you.
Dawn and Jim Andrews

Faye jones

June 18, 2021

Fly high my uncle fly high your smiling face will always be in my heart your up on that hill now with your brother planting away there's one good thing you don't have to fight with that dam wood chuck .I know you will be watching over us you will always be in my heart .until we meet again ..

Earl & Virginia Cabana

June 16, 2021

Our sincere condolences to Christine and family and Joan Jones and families too.
Praying God will give you comfort during this sad time

Catrina Lawley

June 15, 2021

Christine, Marc and Danny, I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say goodbye to those we love so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this hard time.

The FTD Sentiments of Love Arrangement

Marc, Danny and Sheila Gray

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Todd Lawley

June 15, 2021

Sorry for your loss he was a great man who loved his family and the town he lived in RIP Ed

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