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27 Old US 421, Manchester, KY 40962
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David Gray Obituary
David is survived by his loving wife, Thelma Smallwood Gray of Manchester, KY. He will be dearly missed by his siblings: Arnold Gray and wife Geraldine, and Doris Mitchell and husband Carl. David also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews who brought joy to his life.
He was preceded in death by his siblings: Earl and Jewell Gray, Veda and A.D. Smallwood, Anna Lee Dezarn, and Sheryl Dezarn.
Family and friends are invited to the visitation beginning at 6 PM on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Britton Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 PM on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Britton Funeral Home, with Verlin Gray officiating. David will be laid to rest at the Smallwood Family Cemetery on Sarvis Branch Rd.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
12
Visitation
6:00 p.m.
Britton Funeral Home
27 Old US 421, Manchester, KY 40962
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
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Service
1:00 p.m.
Britton Funeral Home
27 Old US 421, Manchester, KY 40962
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Britton Funeral HomeOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.