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2011
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Johnny Lay Obituary
He was born July 3, 1945, in Paris, France, son of the late "Bill" Lay and Frañcouise Graudet Lay.
Johnny retired from Howell Motor Freight Company of Charlotte. He served in the Air Force and was a Vietnam veteran.
The family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. Monday at Greene Funeral Service, 1503 S. York Road, Gastonia.
Interment will be private.
Mr. Lay is survived by his loving wife of more than 48 years, Janice Lay of the home; son and daughter in-law, Brian and Sharon Lay of Gaston County; brothers, Rick Lay and spouse of Asheboro, Chris Lay and spouse of Greensboro; grandchildren, Morgan Lay, Braydon Lay and John Lay.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Mark Lay; and a sister, Nicoleolett Lay.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to donor's choice.
Arrangements are with Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel, Gastonia.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Johnny Lay
November 15, 2011
Sorry for your loss Jan. Michelle
November 14, 2011
Janice
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will miss Johnny but you have many years of memories and those thoughts will be the healing source. If I can help in anyway let me know, even if it is just to talk.
Love ya Becky Dickson
Colen and Camellia Jenkins
November 13, 2011
We have been friends with Johnny for 48 years. We shared many good times. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janice, Brian and the rest of the family. If we can do anything to help we are just a phone call away..
Ann Marie Whisnant Auten
November 13, 2011
I have always loved my uncle Johnny. I can remember spending the holidays at Uncle Johnny's and Aunt Jan's. When I was younger they were my 2nd pair of parents. I spent a great deal of time with them and my cousin Brian. Johnny will be severly missed but he is with his God now. I know that he is at peace and is not suffering anymore. I am sad he is gone but blessed to know that he is in a better place. Aunt Jan I love you very much and you are in my prayers
Belinda Bradley
November 13, 2011
Jan, Brian and Sharon..we are very sorry for your loss.May GOD be with you all at this time...if you need us.we are just a call away..love, your aunt Gaye...
Heather
November 13, 2011
Sorry for your loss Janice. Your in my prayers. Love you.
Alice McGee-Frisbee
November 13, 2011
Missing my loving Uncle....
I know you are at peace now. I love you.
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