November 13, 89, La Grange
Mildred Williams Gray, 89, of La Grange, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Mildred was born July 31, 1927 in Wayne County to the late Leon Williams and Agnes Chase Casey. Mildred’s husband of sixty six years, Robert “Red” Gray preceded her in death on July 18, 2010. She was also preceded in death by three children, Julia Gay, Jerry Gray and Eleanor Gray.
First and foremost to Mildred was her family. She was the consummate wife, mother and grandmother. Her life set an example for her family that will lead them all their lives. Mildred was a caring, loving parent and grandparent whose primary goal was the happiness and security of her family. She was a long time member of Walnut Creek Free Will Baptist Church. Mildred’s faith in Jesus and concern for others was exhibited in all she did. She always put the needs of others ahead of her own needs. Mildred lived a life of dedication to her family, friends, and community.
A service to celebrate and honor Mildred’s life will be held Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 2 p.m. from Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. Tony McLamb and Rev. George Futrelle officiating. Burial will follow in the Gray Family Cemetery.
Mildred is survived by a son, Ronnie Gray and wife, Rachel; son-in-law, Bob Gay; eight grandchildren, Jason Ashley Gay, Jessica Gray Taylor, Kevin Hobbs Gray, Brooke Gray Kittrell, Melanie Gray Mays, Robbie Radford, Patrick Moore and Rob Moore; five great-grandchildren, Ainsley Taylor, Brynlee Taylor, Cheyenne Kittrell, Jaelyn Mays and Dakota Mays; and special family friends, Margie Holmes, Ben Rollins and Betty Rollins.
Family and friends will be received Thursday from 1-2 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home, La Grange. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rousefh.com. Memorials may be made to Walnut Creek Free Will Baptist Church, 138 North Beston Road, La Grange, NC 28551. Arrangements are with Rouse Funeral Home, La Grange.