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William Robert Gray

December 27, 1937 - February 8, 2021
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In lieu of flowers, donations to Special Olympics or Layton Avenue Baptist Church are appreciated.

Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 8, 2021, at age 83. Preceded in death by his daughters, Lori Gray and Jill Krause; his brother, Thomas Gray, and sister Patricia Miller. For 64 years, loving husband of Shirley Marie Gray (nee Johnson). Proud and devoted father of Jeffrey (Laura) Gray.Cherished grandfather of Jonathan and Paul Gray. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

Bill worked as an engineer, specializing in mining equipment. In the late 60’s he joined a research group at JEFFREY in Columbus, Ohio developing process equipment for the aggregate industry. In the late 70’s he joined TELSMITH holding the title of chief engineer and retiring as Vice President Engineering. Bill led a group of talented engineers designing multimillion-dollar aggregate plants worldwide.

Due to COVID-19, services will be postponed until late Spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Special Olympics or Layton Avenue Baptist Church are appreciated.

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Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 8, 2021, at age 83. Preceded in death by his daughters, Lori Gray and Jill Krause; his brother, Thomas Gray, and sister Patricia Miller. For 64 years, loving husband of Shirley Marie Gray (nee Johnson). Proud and devoted father of Jeffrey (Laura) Gray.Cherished grandfather of Jonathan and Paul Gray.Continue Reading

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Marian Ellis left a message on July 24, 2022:
My deepest condolences to the Gray family... I worked for Bill and Shirley Gray for several years...Bill was the kindest Most generous man I ever met....it was a pleasure being part of their family....it is truly a loss his passing....may you rest in peace Bill...
Jim Koonce left a message on March 17, 2021:
I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Bill and Shirley have been friends of mine for for over 65 years. My very best to his remaining family and many friends.
Rebecca Miller Gurley left a message on February 16, 2021:
Dear Aunt Shirley, Jeff and Family, I was so sad to learn of Uncle Bill’s passing. Please know that your family and Aunt Shirley are in our prayers. Peace be with you all. Becky
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