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Mattie McCray Obituary
Mattie was born April 10, 1931, to the late Riley and Beatrice Childers, in Rome, Ga. She had been a resident of Akron for most of her life. She was a faithful member of St. John C.M.E. Church.
She is survived by her brother, Deacon Johnny (Gloria) Blash; sisters, Janie Oliver and Ethel (Clarence) Miller; sons, James (Tommie), Gregory, and Eric McCray; daughter, Sheila (Delbert) Wilson; step-daughters, Linda (Derrick) Fulton and Renee Fitzgerald; grandchildren, Jamar McCray, Jabari (Erica) Wilson, Denelle (Shanelle) McCray, Talia McCray, Jamila Wilson, and Matthew McCray; and nine great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent to 1176 Fredrick Blvd., Akron, OH 44320.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mattie McCray
August 27, 2010
To the McCray Family:
I would like to extend to you my condolences in the loss of Mattie. I had the pleasure of knowing her through our employment at Tarry House for the past 5 years and know that I am blessed for having known her. I will forever remember her as being loving and feisty. She had such a kind and gentle spirit but don't make her mad because she was gonna tell you exactly how she felt. I will forever cherish the good times that I shared with her both at work and at play and I will continue to pray that your warm and loving memories help you all through this difficult time.
Sincerely, Janelle Rosa
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
August 27, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Claudia Boyd/Idley
August 22, 2010
My deepest sypmthany to the McCray family. I spent many weekends with Sheila when we were kids. Mattie was a good friend of my mothers. Though I haven't seen any of you in years you were a wonderful family. I am so sorry for the lost mattie was a wonderful woman. God bless the family.
Cynthia Berry & Family
August 22, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 20, 2010
James, Shelia, Greg and Eric ~ I am truly sorry for your lost.
Diane Roebuck
August 20, 2010
To my family,
Remember God don't make mistakes, weeping may endure for a nite but joy comes in the morning. Anut Mattie will truely be missed, she is now in the hands of GOD, resting peacefully along with her dad, brother, step mother and others that loved her also.
Humbly submitted by Mrs. Renae Ford.
Margaret Turneur
August 20, 2010
I would like to let the family know that they are all in my prayers. I had the blessing to meet Mattie through her wonderful daughter Shelia and granddaughter Jamila.
I was able to enjoy her most recent birthday with her and we had several laughs sitting at her table. I know she will be truly missed my me but mostly by the one's who love her. Keep you faith in God and remember he had to call his wonderful Angel home.
Margaret Turneur (Orlando, FL)
August 19, 2010
Thank you for all the good times and having a listening ear. Your love and encourgement will always be in our hearts. Love Sharonica, Jerome and your daughter Sharon..... Gregory, Eric, Shelia,Jimmy you will always be in our prayers..
DEBBIE GARRETT
August 19, 2010
I WILL TRULY MISS U MATTIE AS YOU HAVE REACH HEAVENS GATE ; I WILL ALWAYS CARRY A VERY SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART FOR YOU LOVE YOU .
Carole Jefferson
August 18, 2010
My condolences to the McCray family. You are in my prayers.
Kisha SAUSIESHAE Floyd
August 18, 2010
Auntie Mattie you are deeply missed. The girls and I will never forget you we love you-always and forever.
Michelle Becton
August 17, 2010
Aunt Mattie you will truly be missed...& Now you & my grandma Sue can be together again...Family be strong.
Alecia Mitchell/Denille McCray II
August 17, 2010
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
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