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Anthony Wilton "Andy" Gay Sr.

1952 - 2022

BORN

1952

DIED

2022

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Wendell, North Carolina

Anthony Gay Obituary

Anthony "Andy" Wilton Gay, Sr.
August 23, 1952 - February 7, 2022
Zebulon, North Carolina - Anthony "Andy" Wilton Gay, Sr., 69, passed away on Monday. A Private Family Graveside Service will be conducted. A Celebration of Life Service will take place at a later date in Spring of 2022. Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, Wendell, NC. www.stricklandfuneral.com

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Published by The News & Observer on Feb. 10, 2022.

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Jean Hunt

March 14, 2022

Love and prayers to all of the family. I remember the first twin stroller I ever saw when the twins were born.. He left an indelible memory..Jean Hunt

Vickie Harper Gregory

February 19, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Andy´s passing. Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Andy.

We were in school together at Atlantic Christian College.

The Carter Family

February 17, 2022

Laura, Jake & Abby,
We are so incredibly sorry to hear about Andy´s passing. We are thinking of you all in the days and weeks to come. What a legacy Andy leaves behind!
Our thoughts are with you.
With love,
Mark, Dawn & Catherine Carter

Richard Deans, Scoutmaster Troop 524

February 14, 2022

On behalf of Troop 524, we send the family and friends all our love and prayers in this time of great grief.
Mr Gay was a long time friend of the Troop and his memory will live long in our hearts.

Tom Simone

February 14, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Andy's passing. He will be missed very much. Condolences to the family.

Linda Corbett Gilliam

February 13, 2022

My prayers & sympathies to Andy's family & friends. I'm sure he will be missed.

Morgan & Abbie Flaherty

February 11, 2022

We only met Andy, as a neighbor when we purchase 2 years ago, but his open friendliness was such a wonderful welcome to the community. He would always offer his assistance. Our sincere condolences to the Gay family during this sad time of grief.

Janet and Gerry White

February 11, 2022

Sorry to hear of Andy´s passing. He was the best neighbor and friend you could ever have. We will miss him greatly.

Marilyn and Christin Wilson

February 11, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. He was a wonderful attorney and friend to us. He was always kind and patient and understanding. He once changed a tire on our car in the office parking lot! He always spoke so proudly and fondly of his mother and wife and children. He leaves quite the legacy! Prayers to the family!

Donald Neil Pulley

February 10, 2022

My condolences to Andy's family, for their pain and sorry. But if I may, I want the Family and anyone that reads this to know, just how much Andy means to me. The 1st week of September I had Major Spinal surgery, He spoke to me everyday by phone. Encouraged me, Told me he was proud of how far I had come in life. Handled all my legal paperwork for a business acquisition, That finalized January 18th. He was a beacon of Hope, a friend. He was my standard of excellence. I have , and always will be proud of him. God's love came to anyone that knew him. My heart is broken, and my tears are full with love.

Rhonda Carlyle

February 10, 2022

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your sudden loss. Andy, my brother John and I went to school together. Our families have always been supportive of each other and connected to the deep roots of Zebulon.
Donald & Rhonda Mincey Carlyle

Stella Massey

February 10, 2022

Condolences to Laura, children, and his mother Hilda. May you get peace at this difficult time. He was like a son to me and I will miss him dearly.

Carpenter family

February 10, 2022

So sorry for your lost, our thoughts and prayers will be for the Gay´s family forever much love.

Everett Rouse

February 10, 2022

Andy was a fine, fine gentleman. Laura and kids, I am so sorry for your loss and I pray you can find some peace in the months to come. God bless.

Dale Breedlove

February 10, 2022

Andy was a great friend and client. We will miss him. Love and prayers to his family and friends during this difficult time.

Billy and Ani Mabe

February 10, 2022

Andy was a good friend. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed.
Many prayers and blessings to the family.

Beth Bilisoly Potter

February 10, 2022

So sorry to hear of Andy's passing. He was a good friend back in the day. God's peace.

John Smith

February 10, 2022

The Smith Family offers our deepest sympathies and prayers.

Ira C. Fuller

February 10, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with the Gay family during this time of grief and sadness.

Greg Creech

February 10, 2022

I'm sorry for your family's loss and mine also. A man that will be remembered and mourned for sure.

Jeanie Alford Scott

February 10, 2022

As I grew up on Sycamore Street Andy and Randy were my brothers from another mother. I loved them and they always looked after me. Andy had the grounded personality that led him to a career of trust and service. He will be sorely missed by so many.

Gayle Pearce Aiken

February 9, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family.

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