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Mildred Wray Obituary

Mildred Eyler Wray, 83, of Chester passed away on Feb. 25, 2012.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas R. Wray.

She is survived by her children, Diane Vinesett and her husband Bruce, Richard Wray and his wife Phyllis, Ronald Wray and his girlfriend Cindy, Kenneth Wray and his wife Lynda, Tina Dobrick and her husband John, and Jeff Wray; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren, and many loving friends and family.

Mrs. Wray was a member of the Chester Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and the Tuesday Morning Bowling League that meets at Holiday Bowl.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 27, 2012, at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Her funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index on Feb. 26, 2012.

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Brenda & Roger Woods

April 4, 2012

To The Wray Family: I know it has been awhile since Mildred's passing, but I only heard about it today. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I thought alot of Mildred She always was and always will be a special lady.

Randy, Chris, Jaunita Spencer

March 2, 2012

Dear Wray Family: I was so sorry to just find out about your loss. I will always remember what a great person Mrs. Wray was - so honest,upright, ethical, and charitable. I know she will be terribly missed. We pray for comfort for your family during this difficult time.

Vivian, Cliff, Gill Bartle & Boe & Jewel Freeland

February 29, 2012

Dear Diane & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. She was a wonderful life long childhood friend of my mother Sarah & Aunt Mary (Womack), God rest their souls, they have re-united again on the other side... Please accept my familys condolancees to your family... Your Mother was such a sweet person...

Sally Burch Johnson

February 29, 2012

Dear Diane & Family,
I just found out about your loss. I missed the notice in the paper & want to apologize for not being at the funeral or getting in touch with you until now. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you & family during this difficult time. Your Mom was always kind to me as well as being a lot of fun. She was a very special person & she will be missed by many.

Jewel Freeland Albaugh

February 28, 2012

One of "the girls" on Ecoff, has crossed back over from whence she came. Ms. Mildred has rejoined her loved ones, family & friends, from her life here on earth. She will be missed & celebrated by her family & friends here, & celebrated by family & friends in the presence of our Lord. Thank you Lord for completing the purpose for which you were born. For such as this eternal life, Ms. Mildred with other loved ones, shall praise you face to face.
Amen

February 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers to the Wray family. Mildred was a friend to us for many years.
Stuart & Rena Burton (Chester, VA)

Tracey Tong

February 27, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Mildred was a wonderful lady. She was just the best friend to my Mother. I know how hard this loss is for you. Keep her memories close to your heart to comfort you. Tracey Tong

JoAnne,Grace & Arthur Beasley

February 27, 2012

To all of the Wray children. Mildred will truly be missed by many. She was a wonderful lady. I can only remember the good times we had at Holiday Bowl for lots of years. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. JoAnne,Grace & Arthur Beasley

Jettaka McGregor

February 26, 2012

A truly beautiful woman who LOVED her family. Thanks to all of the Wray children foe sharing you mom with me. I sure did love this amazing woman!

Aubrey, Kay

February 26, 2012

Ronnie, Just letting you know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aubrey and Kay

Miki Willis-Burley

February 26, 2012

Family and friends,
what a fantastic , loving and best neighbor in the world! I always enjoyed spending time chatting with her about the good old days in Chester and how much we enjoyed fresh eggs!! ha ha. We would meet at the fence and carry one about what life was thowing at us at that moment. I always admired her and the love she had with her family. she will always be remembered in my heart and i will miss our chats at the fence. May God Bless her family and all the memories that one day will be shared with her many many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Curtis & Carol Stilwell

February 26, 2012

Ronnie, Sorry to hear about your mother, Just remember the good times you shared together while she was hear with you, God bless you, We love you very much.

Curtis & Carol

Pam & Betty

February 26, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Mildred was a great lady. We had so much fun with her on our bowling tournaments and especially on our gambling trips to Charlestown. We will always have great memories of her. I am so thankful to have known her and also to know what a GREAT friend she was to my Mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Christine Veals

February 26, 2012

I was very sorry to hear of Mildred's passing. She was such a vibrant, fun and outgoing woman. I loved her wit and feisty sense of humor. Her family and loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheila Dixon (Helen Mayes' Daughter)

February 26, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Millie's passing. She was a fun person to be around. I used to love looking at all her craft ideas and had several of her creations in my home for years. Blessings to all members of her family.

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