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Willie Lee Gray

01/09/1931 - 05/21/2021

Obituary For Willie Lee Gray

Mr. Willie Lee Gray, 90, was born on Friday, January 9, 1931 and departed this life on Friday, May 21, 2021.

Funeral service will be held at Lakeview Missionary Baptist Church, 3411 Dearborn Dr., Durham, NC on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 1:00 pm, visitation from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Burial will be at Beechwood Cemetery.

Masks are to be worn, social distancing required at all meetings, visits and services. All acts of kindness are appreciated.

Flowers will not be accepted on behalf of the family at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home. The family will advise you where to send flowers.


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To Mildred and Family. My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Mr. Willie. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Mr. Gray was a fine man and he will be truly missed. Pat Buie McGhee

Sending sincere condolences to Brenda Parker and her family. His presence was enjoyed by the entire family during his holiday visits. May your memories of him keep him close to your hearts. Sincerely Cheryl George Mitchell and family.

Sending sincere condolences to Brenda Parker and her family. His presence was enjoyed by the entire family during his holiday visits. May your memories of him keep him close to your hearts. Sincerely Cheryl George Mitchell and family.

The Bible Says In 2nd Corinthian 5:8. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. No more pain, no more struggle, and no more suffering. Rest easy now Mr. Gray in the arms of Jesus.

Venida Croslin - Charlotte, NC

Sorry for loss, may God give you peace and comfort at this time. 🙏

To the Gray family my pray an thought are with you in your time of mourning Love Quantina Crisp

We send our Deepest sympathy to The Gray family, Our prayers are with you at this time. The Bell & Tate Family Sincerly, Sheila from Belvin Ave, Bragtown Community

Wear your crown Grandfather, you made it over. Rest in Paradise. With Love, Serena, Troy and Tyra

Mrs. Gray and the Gray family, words cannot express the sadness we feel in hearing about the loss of such a great neighbor and man of God. He was always willing to share with everyone from his garden and lookout for the neighborhood. He will surely be missed. We are here for you should you need anything. Sincerely, Calvin and Deborah Rogers & Family

May the love and tender mercy of God surround you during this time. Overseer Flora L. Newby

Mr. Willie Gray will always be remembered by the Parker family as a great friend and support to our parents, Lucious and Ruby Parker. We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betty, Barbara, Carolyn, Jodi, and Michelle

My condolences to the family. May God comfort all of you at this difficult time. My prayers are with you all also.

Please remember Mr Willie Gray, baseball, and the legacy of the Negro Leagues.

Eddie Davis ,Harriette Davis, Gladys Watson Durham, North Carolina

Deacon James Smith and family wishes to share a word of comfort to the family. We will keep you all in our prayers. James Smith and family and members of the late Rev. A T Smith family

To the family of Mr Willie Lee Gray, I extend heartfelt sympathies and condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God continue to bless and guide you in this time of bereavement and coax you into the warm surroundings of HIS heart. God Bless Gayle A. Taliaferro

The Womble Family

Grandaddy, Victory in Jesus you made it. Well done thy good and Faithful servant. You ran well you ran long. Thy crown of Glory is waiting. Your beloved mother at long last will be waiting to see the magnificent son she has watched over all these years. Aunt Sharon will be waiting to receive you home once again. Till we all meet again in that other Shore. Rest now. Soldier of God ❤️

The Reverend Bishop G. E. Parker jr. DD Emanuel Praise Temple Willow Springs N.C.

To our classmate and wonderful friend, Aaron Gray, a true supporter of the Hillside High School class of 1975. May the private journey of your personal grief be brightened by your memories of your Dad and warmed by those of us who hold you close in heart and mind. We are always here for you. We love you. Cecelia Lassiter Timmons, Vice-President

Granddaddy Victory in Jesus You made it. Well done thy Good and Faithful servant. You ran well you ran long. Thy Crown of Glory will be waiting. Your mother at long last will be waiting to see the magnificent son she has watched over all these years. Aunt Sharon will be waiting to receive you home once again. Till we all meet again on that other shore. Rest Now. Soldier of God. ❤️

Mrs Gray, sorry for your loss. Dec Gray was really a good man always willing to help and not judging people. He will really be missed. Love. Pansy Peacock family

Sending sincere condolences to the family. Sad to hear of Willie's transition. He was like a member of our family. He was there for us when our daddy and mother passed. May the memories help to comfort you. Love and compassion, Barbara Parker Hayes & Family

I am sorry for your loss, he has gone to be with GOD." With Sympathy and Love, Tommie S. Smith

Mildred and Family: I am sorry for your tremendous loss, He has gone to be with "GOD."

Aunt Mildred, Aaron and Shantee , I love you all so much and will truly miss my uncle. Thank you all for the love over the years and for loving us the way you do. May Uncle Gray always be in our hearts !!!

To our classmate, Gilbert "Fireball" Parker, On behalf of the Hillside High School class of 1970, I offer our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. May God sustain you during this time of grief. We love you. Mary Hall Scott, Class President

Mrs Mildred N family ,the Lord is on your side.Keep looking up.Yall have my deepest sympathy

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Durham, NC

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