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BRIAN GRACEY
1955 - 2018
BRIAN GRACEY
1955 - 2018
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BORN
1955
DIED
2018
BRIAN GRACEY Obituary
Brian Gracey, 62, died March 1, 2018 from a long battle with cancer at his home in Johnstown. A talented entrepreneur, manager, carpenter, naturalist and photographer, he gave his time and money generously to all who needed it. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Martin and Betty Jean (Park) Gracey. Brian is survived by his sons, Alexander Gracey, of Brooklyn, and his significant other, Christine Wu, and Kyle Gracey, of Pittsburgh, and his wife, Sarah (Wagner). Mr. Gracey is also survived by his former wife and mother of his sons, Dr. Dorothy Gracey of Indiana, PA; and Brian's partner and caretaker, Tammie Griffith of Johnstown. Also surviving are his sisters, Patricia Rupert and husband Stanley, of Saxton, Doris Carbaugh and husband Glen, of Saxton, Sharon Lehman and husband Timothy, of Johnstown; and many nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at West Hills Community Church, 2301 Sunshine Ave., Johnstown, PA 15905. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations or supplies may be given to Four Footed Friends (a no-kill animal shelter), 220 Beck Rd., Indiana, PA 15701.
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March 6, 2018
May OUR Heavenly Father who sees your pain of hearts tears give you the needed strength to endure during this most difficult time. Psalms22:19.
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