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Gary R. Gray, 62, of Palm Bay, Fla., formerly of Chartiers Township, died Saturday, June 2, 2018, in Palm Bay Hospital.
He was born February 27, 1956, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Robert and Joyce Gray.
Mr. Gray was a 1974 graduate of Peters Township High School, where he was an All-American swimmer, and then he attended the U.S. Naval Academy.
He worked in environmental cleanup until his retirement to Florida in 2013.
Gary collected and restored antique furniture and clocks and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan.
He leaves behind three children, Phillip Gray and wife Danielle Romanetti-Gray of Alexandria, Va., Aaron Gray and Karen Gray, both of Palm Beach, Fla.; granddaughter, Madeline Gray; two brothers, Jeff Gray and wife Cassandra of Palm Bay and Doug Gray and wife Bobbie of York Harbor, Maine; sister, Pamela Coffield and husband Terry of Bennington, Vt.; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
All services are private.
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Robert Beatty
June 15, 2018
Loved you Gary. Had so much fun the times we spent. Miss you. RIP
Mary Lou Makiel
June 14, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I knew he & Tara when we belonged to Daughters Club and your family lived on S Wade Ave in Washington, PA. He refinished some antique furniture for me, which I still have. I will always remember his friendly demeanor and his love for beautiful furniture and art. So sorry.
June 13, 2018
We are both shocked and saddened upon learning of Gary's unexpected passing, and are pretty much speechless at this time since we were not aware of his serious health issues. We will always remember Gary's unending sense of humor and his quick wit. Gary will forever remain in our memories and our hearts. Donna Marr and Laird Gann.
Dan Gawronski
June 10, 2018
A friend since 7th grade, his passing leaves a great void. Many fond memories help to fill the space.
Rest in please.
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Jim Jones
June 8, 2018
Aaron, sorry to hear of your fathers passing, prayers going out to you and family.
Pam Elliott
June 7, 2018
RIP my friend, you was there for me several times. You will be sadly missed.
Terri Walker
June 6, 2018
Rest In Peace! Many prayers to the family. Was a great guy, had many good times!!
Kathy and Burr Stephens
June 5, 2018
Rest in eternal peace, my friend. Im so sorry to hear this sad news. We sure had a lot of laughs. Love always.
Peggy Hutchison
June 5, 2018
Rest In Peace my Dear Friend.
Denise Deblasio
June 5, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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