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Harold Eugene Bray

1934 - 2010

Harold Eugene Bray obituary, 1934-2010

BORN

1934

DIED

2010

Harold Bray Obituary

Born November 30, 1934 in Rossville, Illinois, Harold Eugene Bray, 75 years old of Redondo Beach, passed away at home June 19, 2010 from an extended illness of heart failure, kidney failure and cancer. Bray was preceded in death by his mother, Eva Bray; his father, James W. Bray; and grandson, Robert Reyes. Bray. Euegene attended several country schools in Illinois and graduated with the Class of 1954 in Rossville. He attended Northrop Aeronautical Institute in Inglewood, CA. He served four years with the United States Air Force with two years served in England. After returning to the states, he and his high school sweetheart, Mable, were married December 28, 1958 at Antioch Church of Christ in Hoopeston, IL and then honeymooned to California as their home. He worked for Hughes Aircraft and TRW. He retired in 1992 after working 25 years with TRW. Mr. Bray was a Little League baseball coach for 2 years at central Redondo. In addition to coaching, Bray enjoyed being with his family, camping, supporting his children with their school activities and sports. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, gardening, wood working and watching his grandchildren play sports. He is survived by his loving wife, Mable; two daughters, Judith Glass (Robert) of Santa Cruz, CA, Susanne Reyes of Indianapolis, IN; two sons, Timothy Bray (Cindy) of Torrance CA, and GySgt James L. Bray (Emma) of Cherry Point, NC. Also, one sister, Violet Borror (Kenneth) of Ellinwood, KS; and one brother, Roy Bray (JoAnne) of Little Egg Harbor, NJ; grandchildren, Ryan (Cindy), Nathan and Elizabeth Reyes of Indianapolis, IN, Derek, Thomas and Allison Bray of Torrance, CA, Jack and Jamie Bray of Cherry Point, NC; step-grandson, KimBen Mallorca, currently serving in the U.S. Air Force in Iraq (Shannon) of Riverview, FL; great step-grandsons, Braden and Blake of Indianapolis; and great step-granddaughter, Hanna of Riverview, FL; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In accordance with Mr. Bray's wishes, he will be cremated. Memorial services are pending. Please sign the guestbook at www.dailybreeze.com/obits. Please go to White & Day Mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages and share memories.


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Published by Daily Breeze on Jun. 24, 2010.

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July 1, 2010

For Mable and your loved ones,
Allen called me to tell me about Harold's passing. Alice Rogers has also called. You have been such a help to the 'kids' all these years. I pray God's peace over your family. May His grace and peace sustain you all....Love Colleen and Bobby Laman

Judy & Wayne Miller

June 28, 2010

For Mable and her family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Harold was a fine man and a great dad. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Know that he is at peace and his pain is over.

June 25, 2010

Dear Mable and family,
I am truly tryly sorry for you lose. You all are in my heart and prayers. I called my parents this morning and let them know. Again mable, i am very very sorry for your lose, my heart goes out to you. If there is anything i can do, please let me know. JoLynn Spencer-Carmody

Bill & Arline Hughes

June 24, 2010

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. The Lord called Harold as Heaven's bells chime. He's resting in peace, one of God's team, living the good life eating ice cream. He will be missed by family and friends, but just remember life never ends. Some day you will meet in the heavens above, and once again share your love. In a place of rest, in God's gentle care, sitting on a cloud just floating in the air.
Our love and prayers to you all, Bill & Arline

Margaret Tipton

June 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you Mabel and your family.

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