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Chesapeake - Ray Booker Gray Jr., 85, of the 3500 block of Sugar Run passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2013 in his residence. He was born on November 26, 1927 in Portsmouth and was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Booker, Sr. and Gladys Gray; and his brother, Jimmy Gray. Booker retired in 1984 from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth as a data processor for the Underwater Explosive Research and Development Center; and was a member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church in Portsmouth.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Leone V. Gray; a daughter, Cheryl A. Gray; two sons, Larry Gray and his wife Kathy and Gary W. Gray; and a sister, Phyllis Brenaman.
A funeral service will be held at 1 PM Wednesday, May 15, 2013 in St. Andrew's United Methodist Church by Dr. Dan Phillips Abbott. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel on Tuesday evening from 6:30 - 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ray Gray
May 22, 2013
Mr. Gray took our cherished wedding photos in 1974. He was a colleague of my father-in-law, Jack McGahee, at UERD. Please accept our sympathy in your loss. Terry and Beverly McGahee, Suffolk, VA
Bill Edwards
May 15, 2013
Mrs Gray, Larry, Cheryl and Gary - praying for God's comfort for your family - have fond memories of Mr Gray, my friendship w/ Gary and your house on Warren Dr - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Steve Pittman
May 14, 2013
Leone,Larry,Cheryl and Gary. I am so sorry for your loss. I tell people all the time that I was blessed to grow up in the best neighborhood with the best neighbors ever. We were more like family than next door neighbors. I was truly blessed being able to have you guys next door to me. Such great memories. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this difficult time.
May 14, 2013
thinking of you all
Linda Everman
May 14, 2013
Mrs. Gray, Larry & Kathy, Cheryl, and Gary:
Your family has been in my prayers for many weeks now and will continue to be. May the sweet presence of the Lord Jesus Christ be your comfort and strength.
Linda Harley Everman
joy robinson
May 14, 2013
so sorry to for all our loss of jr. our prays are with you; joy and robbie
May 14, 2013
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My dad Hubert Whitehurst worked along side him at Underwater Reserch and they remained friends long after retirememnt. Mr Gray always had a smile on his face and I will always remember when I look at my wedding photos that Mr. Gray took them. A fine man. I know he and my dad are sharing stories up there. Rest in peace. Bill,Delora and Ryan Branham Portsmouth,Va
d williams
May 14, 2013
To the family: During your time of sorrow may you find peace and comfort in this sure promise found at John 6:40.
Lynda Ferguson-Weaver
May 13, 2013
So sorry for the loss of your Dad. From your old friend, Lynda Oglesby Ferguson-Weaver.
Annelle Barton
May 13, 2013
I'm am so very sorry for your loss Ms. Gray, Larry, Gary, and Cheryl. I remember your dad as being so funny and very talented/artistic. I know you're relieved he's no longer suffering from his illness - and your memories of him will live on and be cherished until you see him again! God bless ya'll. Annelle Sykes Barton
David Fitton
May 13, 2013
May God bless you all during this time.
Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted… “ (Jesus' words)
The Fitton Family
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