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He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce Arrington, Son Alfredo McCray, sisters Eloise McCray, Letha McCray, Evon "Sally" McCray, Shirley McCray, and one brother, Melvin 'Puncho" McCray.
Boom-man, as friends called him, attended Locker High School and entered into Job Corp. Shortly after Job Corp, Alex, at the age of 17 he signed into the Marines. Boom-Man was a strong, tough guy who had much love for his entire family. A loving husband and father to his wife and kids. His friends describe him as a dependable and trustworthy person who helped anybody who was in need.
His memories are cherished by his son Christopher McCray and granddaughter Shameah McCray both of Wiggins, MS; three brothers, Purnell McCray, Terry McCray and Robert 'Bobby" McCray; four sisters, Merlene McCray, Cynthia Johnson, Sharon Johnson and Sanether Johnson; his aunt, Barbera Ann McCray-Davidson and his uncle Sam; and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
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Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
New Welcome Hill Baptist Church
709 E. Central Ave., Wiggins, MS 39577
Send FlowersOct
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Marshall Funeral Home and CremationsOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.