1944
2014
ALVIN HUGH GRAY JR, age 69 of Statham passed away Wednesday February 5, 2014. He retired from the United States Navy after 20 years of service. He also retired from Athens-Clarke County after 23 years serving as a fire fighter and a Communications Officer. He was a member of the Statham American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents; Alvin Hugh Sr. and Eunice Mae Aaron Gray, and a grandson. He is survived by his wife; Rita Gray of Statham, three sons; Kelly and Scott Gray of Belfair, WA and Brandon Hicks(Melissa) of Commerce, six daughters; Tammy Frost(Gregg) of Belfair, Sharon Goodwin(Mike) of Port Orchard, WA, Cheryl Ahart(Trace) of Canton, Sandra Brooks(Frank) of Bishop, Eileen Martin(David) of Winder and Amy Sims of Winder, two brothers; John W. Gray(Beverly) of Athens and Charlie L. Gray(Jerre) of Statham, a sister; Mary Gregory(Gary) of Arnoldsville, nineteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive. A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday February 9, 2014 in the Chapel of Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Howard Conine officiating. The family will recieve friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home on Sunday.`
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February 10, 2014
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Isaiah 59:1 says God's hand has not become too short, nor has his ear become too heavy that it cannot hear. Please pour your heart out to God for strength and he will hear you.
February 9, 2014
Sharon Gray-Goodwin
To my Family, dad is gone but his memory will live on forever. Sending you all XOXOXOXOX. Be strong my sisters & brothers. Love you all. REST IN PEACE Dad.
February 8, 2014
Michelle Peters
For Eilene&David, my childhood Bestie Sandra Gray& husband Frank and my homeboys Scott and Kelley...I am so sorry for y'alls loss. May God be with each and every one of you!!! And may your father R.i.p.
Michelle Peters&Family
February 7, 2014
Melissa Green
Al, You will be greatly missed! A great guy who gave me plenty of laughs at work.
February 7, 2014
Janet Coffield
Our prayers are with you all. (friends with Sandy)
February 7, 2014
Randy Turner
Although I knew him for a short time, we shared fun conversations, our daughters, Jennifer and Eilene were friends, and we loved county government. Rest in peace, Mr Gray.
February 7, 2014
Sandra Brooks
Our family will receive friends from 1-2 on Sunday prior to the service.
MISS YOU DADDY give Papa Memaw, my babies and Colin lots of hugs and kisses from me too! I love you Daddy.
February 7, 2014
Smith Memory Chapel, Inc.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
February 6, 2014
Mavis Keyes
RITA AND FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS SAD TIME AL WAS A WONDERFUL MAN , MY CO-WORKER FOR MANY YEARS AND BEST OF ALL MY FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN MAVIS KEYES,ACCPD
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