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Gregory Gray Obituary

REV. GREGORY RAPHEAL GRAY

Reverend Gregory Gray, passed away, Friday, April 19, 2013. He was the founder and pastor of Christ's Church of Second Chances in Kansas City. He was formerly the pastor of the St. James AME Church in Lawrence, KS. He served both Kansas City and the Lawrence areas working in the area of Counseling.

Rev. Gray was born in Rockford, IL to the union of Joe and Bernice (Walters) Gray . Both preceded him in death.

He is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Cynthia; Siblings: Gilbert (Tonya) Gray, Karen, Corliss, and Paula Gray all of Rockford, IL; Children: Antwone (Renee'), Brandi, Raphael, and Robert Gray of Rockford, IL; Anton Johnson and Garcelle Gray, Kansas City, KS, Felicia Aron, PhD, Wichita, KS, and Nasiir Aron, Fort Worth, TX; host of grandchildren and family.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 9-11:00 A.M. at First A.M.E. Church, 1111 N. 8 St., KCKS. Religious Service will follow at 11:00 A.M. at the Church.

Arrangements by: Thatcher's Funeral Home, Inc., [email protected]

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Apr. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Hazel Simmonds

May 16, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about my friend. I was a resident at the Dismas house in Kansas City and have been looking for him ever since. My heart is broken to read about this. He has changed my life when I wanted to give up. RIP Greg gone but not forgotten. To his family am so sorry for your lost.

Richard Hart

October 29, 2017

he was one of the best men that ever placed his hand on my shoulder and said it's going to be okay I miss you my brother thanks for the loving times we had together

Kevin Bolden, Sr.

December 17, 2013

Trying 2 find out, if this was the Mr. G.R. Gray, that once workrf @ McCune School? Please contact K. Bolden @ 816/651-3792, thank you in advance.

July 30, 2013

Don't know what happen to my good friend. Saw Rev, Gregs Obit in he Call.So saddened. bless Cynthia and all his family!I know he will be missed, such a caring person!

Gina Robinson

May 5, 2013

To Cynthia & family, may Our Heavenly Father keep you wrapped in his arms & give you the comfort you need. Greg always greeted me with a smile & a hug when I'd see him waiting patiently on you to walk out BCBS. He called me your twin along time ago & that was a compliment to me. I know he felt blessed to have a wife that demonstrated true love for him in sickness & in health. God loves you & so do I.

april blaylock

May 4, 2013

I miss you so much. I'm so blessed and so glad that God put you in my life to watch over me. I will walk with my head held high because I know you will be waiting for me on the other side. I love you so much this is not good bye its until next time.

Derael Armstrong

May 1, 2013

To a man who is gifted in all. May you rest in God's love until that day when Jesus comes for us all. Thank you Greg for allowing God to use you inhis way. To Greg's family, May God continue to watch over you and keep you.

Derael Armstrong Atlanta Georgia.

Calvin Squire

April 29, 2013

To The Gray Family,
I will cherish the memories of one of my best friends "Greg." We all grew up to become "Great" Men who recognized we serve a true and a living GOD. To the family, Greg left a heritage for generations to come to be proud they are Gregory R. Gray legacy.
Blessings,

Shirley Wallace

April 27, 2013

Heaven has received a wondrous Man of God. While Rev Gray was amongst us he was a mighty warrior for God...now, today, with God in paradise...he has attained true perfection and peace. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding keep this family's hearts and minds safe in Christ Jesus. Amen.

Pastor-Evangelist Myles

April 26, 2013

To the Gray Family know that you are lifted up in prayer before the throne of grace. Remembering Greg from "back in the day."

Michael Harris

April 25, 2013

Ms. Cynthia,I sympthize w/ you tremedously.I've known Greg most of my life & I will miss him dearly.He was,and is a great man!He has & always will remain w/me. He's shown me light when I've seen none.He's one of the most wisest & greatest men I have ever known.May he rest in peace!GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!!

Portia Miller-Peyton

April 25, 2013

I'm sadden to hear of the passing of my high school classmate. I know his humor and wit will be missed as well as his presence. My sympathy is with all the family members.

"BJ" Jordan-Estell

April 25, 2013

To Cynthia & family, I am standing in the gap, praying that the Holy Spirit will cover each of you now and in the future. Rev. Gray truly left an indelible legacy for us all. His smile, his humor, his down-to-earth talks with youth & adults will be remembered and treasured. He displayed a genuine love and friendhship towards everyone. R.I.P. Rev. Gray!

Jerry&Patrica Hill

April 25, 2013

R.I.P. Greg you will be missed, I miss you. We had nothing but goog times together. Our prayers goes out to family.Rev. Gregory Gray your going home now.R.I.P. I love you.

Alfreda Crockett-Wilson

April 25, 2013

Cynthia, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. We will miss Greg alot.You and the family are in our prayers. Love ya, Alfreda Crockett-Wilson

Marleeta, Kwam, Ambe Dowdell

April 25, 2013

Cynthia, we're so sorry for the loss of Rev. Gray. We had some really good times at St. James. You and Rev. Gray will always be remembered and loved.

George & Shavonne Holmes

April 25, 2013

The News Of the Passing of Our Dear Brother in Christ, and Friend truly saddens us. May the Lord WRAP you the family in his bossism in this Darken hour, but the Sun shall SHINE in the Morning for the welcoming of this true MAN of God in the HEAVENLY Gates!!! May God Bless you and Keep you. Love George & Rev Shavonne Holmes

Marye Ish

April 24, 2013

So sorry to hear about Gregory. He was a friend from Rockford and the Ishes are so sorry to know he is no longer with us. Marye Ish, Lynnette Ish Green, and Jamie Weems

Rosalind Squire

April 24, 2013

To The Gray Family,
What better way could you enter Heaven's Gate...Greg hit the mark of the High Calling in Jesus Christ. He was the other brother that made his way to the Squire Family home. He will be missed and may God give the Gray Family a Peace that passes all understanding.
Blessings,

Charmelle Drayton-Mallory

April 24, 2013

Gray family,

May God comfort you during time of sorrow. I love you all and will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Lot of love,
Charmelle "Melle" Drayton-Mallory

Damita Lawson Collier

April 24, 2013

Karen, Corliss & family,
I extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Let the precious memories of Greg comfort you as you go through your period of sorrow. Remember the good times you shared with him and continue to look to the hills from whence cometh your help, knowing that your help comes from the Lord. I will keep the family in my prayers

Jovita Hicks Foots

April 24, 2013

Corliss and family, we extend our deepest condolences and will keep you in our prayers. One day at a time.

April 24, 2013

To Cynithia and family Jan and will always remember the joy Rev. Gray showed all the time we were in his presence. Be thou encouraged and remember "God is our refuge and strength a very present help in the time of trouble.

Henry & Georgia Wilson

April 24, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

April 24, 2013

Sister Cynthia & Family, May you find comfort and peace that God gives to each and everyone of us who have lost a love one. We will miss Rev. Gray very much.Love Brother 7 Sister Vann

April 24, 2013

Sister Cynthia and family, May you find comfort and peace that the grace of God gives to each and everyone of us. My husband & I loved Rev.Gray.We will miss him.Love Brother&Sister Vann

April 24, 2013

Dear Cynthia it is truly difficult for me to express how grateful I am to have had the pleasure of being Friends with "Rapheal"...A True Brother and A Real Man ...May God Continue to keep his Arms around you and The Family....Malik and Halema Rachmann Raeford NC

Gloria Lawson Sylvester

April 24, 2013

In memory of childhood experiences that brought our families close. May the love and light of Christ embrace your hearts.

Eneree Sockwell

April 24, 2013

Karen, Corliss, Gilbert & the entire Gray family, my thoughts & prays are with you during this time of your loss.

Teresa Clounch

April 23, 2013

Sis Cynthia,you and the entire family are in my prayers. I just asked Brother Gregg Jackson about Rev. Gray and he showed me photos and we laughed about some of the memories from St. James A.M.E. His smile and caring ways helped many and the way he brought The Word to others was a blessing. He will be missed.

Lee Roy & Linda Neely & Family

April 23, 2013

To Sis. Cynthia, He was one of God's finest 'Soldiers'. We will miss him dearly. God Bless You. Well Done, Rev. Gray.

Sharon Drayton

April 23, 2013

My sincere sympathy to the family of my Dear Classmate and Friend. His great humor will truly be missed! May God Bless You All!

cynthia fulson

April 23, 2013

God bless you my loving cousin, i love you dearly you will be greatly

melvin bradley

April 23, 2013

To GREGS FAMILY I WILL GREATLY MISS MY BROTHER MAY GOD BE WITH YOU MY BLESSING TO THE FAMILY From MELVIN BRADLEY & FAMILY Rockford ILL

Leon Drayton

April 23, 2013

God Bless You Greg. Going to miss you. May God be with the Family.

Love Leon & Ruby Drayton & Family

LaToya Fleming

April 23, 2013

Cyn-
Reverend Gray's personality will be missed greatly, along with his ability to make everyone smile. Many of his sermons will remain in my heart forever. My family was blessed to know him for a season. Now, he has his "Wings" to fly away.
-With Deepest Sympathy

Michelle Fizer

April 23, 2013

To the Gray family,

My heart and prayers go out to you from the Fizer family of Lawrence, Kansas. Rev Gray was a special part of our lives. He will truly be missed. Knowing Rev. Gray impacted our lives for the better and he will never be forgotten for sharing God's love with us.
Michelle Fizer and Family

April 23, 2013

let my payers be with you and the hole family god bless you and the family

Marionna Poke-Stewart

April 23, 2013

Cynthia, I am praying for you and your family as you move through this next season of your lives. Memories are the footprints of what God allows us to hold onto. Remembering Greg's smile during our Blue Cross Blue Shield days will forever be embedded in my mind. Keep Looking Up!

Nan Lorenz

April 23, 2013

I know how deeply all of you will miss this beloved man. I hold each of you in my heart and trust that as Greg now celebrates in the presence of God, so shall all of you rest in God's hands.

Nedra

April 23, 2013

Rev. Gray's uncanny humor and love for "spreading the Good News" will always be with us. Thank you Cinthia for introducing him to the family at St. Paul AME Church and Greg's clarion call; "I ain't ashamed of my game." Neither were we. Love and prayers. Nedra Locke

Christina Waller

April 23, 2013

To Cynthia,Gilbert,Karen, Corliss, Paula and all of Greg's beloved children and grandchilden. This is to let you know that your cousin Tina is with all of you in prayer and love at this time.

MELANIE HARRIS

April 23, 2013

Corliss and family, we extend our deepest condolences. I will always remember our days on Vista Terrace, Greg teasing us,and you and him forever signifying. We will keep your entire family in our prayers, and ask God to give you all strength in the days to come.
In Loving Friendship,
Money & the entire Hines Family

Albertha

April 23, 2013

To the family of Rev. Gray our hearts and prayers are with you. Love you. Albertha Martin and Wayne Morgan

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