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William Gray Obituary
William G. Gray, 85, of Middletown, married for 50 years to Marjorie Gray, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. William (Bill) was born September 5, 1937, in Fitchburg, MA, he was the son of Hazel and Ervin Gray. Bill attended Fitchburg High School, served in the Air Force for four years stationed in Texas, worked at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft for 35 years, was a lifetime member of the Cromwell Fire Department, and was a member of the Polish Falcons Nest 519 in Middletown. Bill owned and enjoyed fixing up his 1965 Mustang and touring the local Antique Car Show circuit.
Besides his wife, Bill is survived by his three children, Katherine Famiglietti (Bruce), David Gray, and Richard Gray, his two stepchildren Donna Kaffenberger (Jason) and Russell Maine (Margaret) and his six grandchildren, Matthew, Nicole, Kate, Heather, Jennifer, and Jessica, and his sister Betty Yager. He was predeceased by his sister Judith Lowe (Charles) and brother Robert Gray.
Funeral services and burial are private. There are no calling hours. Those who wish may send contributions to the Polish Falcons of America, Nest 519, Middletown, CT Scholarship fund.
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Jim & Elaine Jones
January 9, 2023
To Bill's family - We fondly remember Bill from the CFD social events. He had lots of great stories and was just plain fun to be around due to his wonderful sense of humor. Our deepest condolences to you.
Tony and Lorrie Del Monte
January 9, 2023
Marge,
Lorrie and I are sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. It seems when you move away you expect your past to stay the same forever. It feels like yesterday that we were fighting fires, going to parades, playing softball, and having some good old fun with good friends.
We will cherish all those wonderful memories of the days of the CFD.
Rest In Peace my Friend,
Tony and Lorrie Del Monte
Dave Logan
January 8, 2023
Dave Logan
January 8, 2023
Dave Logan
January 8, 2023
Marge, I was saddened to hear of Bill's passing. So many fond memories of the Fire Department and ABC Pizza Softball Team.
Charlie Baldwin
January 8, 2023
R I P Bill
Russ Johnson
January 8, 2023
To Marge and family, My sincere condolences. Bill and I were both members of the Cromwell Fire Department . Bill always drove Engine 9 out of West Street Station. God bless you Marge . We will miss him.
Rose Giardina
January 7, 2023
My sincere condolences to you Marge & the Family. I worked with Bill @ Pratt & Whitney in Customer Support Publications and he was great coworker & a true gentleman. RIP Bill
Mike Kurek
January 6, 2023
Rest in Peace Bill
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