Fred Winford McCray

1936 - 2012

Fred Winford McCray obituary, 1936-2012

BORN

1936

DIED

2012

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Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes & Crematory - Stuarts Draft

1870 Stuarts Draft Highway

Stuarts Draft, Virginia

Fred McCray Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 17, 2012.

Fred Winford McCray, 76, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012, at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was born July 3, 1936, in Greenville, son of the late George H. and Julia Almarode McCray.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth L. McCray and Chester R. McCray; loving parents-in-law, Ward L. and Hilda Cohron.
Mr. McCray was a life long member of Fishersville United Methodist Church where he held many offices and sang in the choir for over 50 years. He was a member of the Stuarts Draft Fire Department for over 50 years. Fred was an active member of the Telecom Pioneer retirees. He volunteered with meals on wheels, Augusta County Free Clinic and was an Army veteran.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Shirley H. McCray; one daughter, Karla McCray Hallock and husband, Brad, of Frederick, Md.; two grandchildren, Katelyn and Jenna Hallock; one brother, Robert L. McCray and wife, Billie, of Richmond; one sister, Phyllis McCray Robertson of Fishersville; sister-in-law, Myriam G. McCray of Richmond and a number of nieces and nephews.
A service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, in the Fishersville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Larry Jent officiating.
Burial will follow at Augusta Memorial Park.
Active pallbearers will be Vaughn Ashby, Randal Almarode, Gene Kane, Bill Humphries, John Baker and Hugh Baldwin.
Honorary pallbearers will be the CBF Sunday School Class, members of the Stuarts Draft Fire Department and FUMC Chancel Choir.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012, in the Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Fishersville United Methodist Church General Fund, 1600 Jefferson Hwy, Fishersville, VA 22939 or the Stuarts Draft Fire Department, P. O. Box 548, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477.
Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Waynesboro is handling arrangements.
Family and friends may view the obituary and send condolences on line at www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com.

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November 29, 2012

Rusty Godfrey

Shirley,


Even though we haven't seen much of each other in recent years, you and Fred are always on our minds and we always look forward to visiting family in the "Draft". We know that Fred is in a much better place now and smiling down on us all. Not saying much, but definitely smiling.

Love,

Rusty, Sharon, Analise, Tara and Kierstin

November 27, 2012

Fred McCray

Dear Shirley & family,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband.

Elaine Kucs

November 18, 2012

TG & Ginger Mace

Dear Shirley, Karla and family,
Please know that we are so sorry about Fred. He was such a wonderful person. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our love to you.
Ginger, TG and Angie

November 18, 2012

Stefanie Corbitt

Ms. Shirley, Karla, Brad, Katy & Jenna, may you find comfort knowing that your friends are thinking about you and praying for your comfort.

November 18, 2012

Karla and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin Jones (Frederick, MD)

November 18, 2012

Simon Kinsinger

So sorry to hear about the passing of my longtime friend and former firefighter Fred McCray!He was the best!I have many good memories of Fred,and To the family You have my deepest sympathies,may God be with you thru this diffiult time!

November 18, 2012

Dear Shirley and family, I was so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I know you have wonderful memories of your time together which is a blessing. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Carol Humphreys (Staunton, VA)

November 18, 2012

Vecera Family

Karla, Brad, Katy, Jenna. We are thinking of all you and praying for your family during this time of mourning. Please accept our deepest condolences.

November 18, 2012

Bob & Judy Green

Shiley & Family - We're sorry to hear of your loss. I so enjoyed working with Fred in the Fire Dept. Our deepest sympathy.

November 18, 2012

Ada and Charles Henkel

Shirley and Family: You have our deepest sympathy during these difficult times. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

November 17, 2012

Janet Wright

Shirley I am so sorry to hear of Fred's death..please know that I will be praying for you and your family..miss seeing you since moving to Raleigh.

November 17, 2012

Danny Kiser

Shirley, Carla and family - Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers through this time. I will always remember the years together on the fire department and Freds financial expertise when I took over as treasurer of the department from him. I always felt it was more a joint effort. I could not have done it without his help, guidance and support. He was a man of great character and one who I had great respect for. Keep looking up for your strength and comfort!! Danny

November 17, 2012

Shirley and family, so sorry to hear of Fred, you all will always have a special place in my heart. Love and Prayers to all. Ginger Clark Drumheller

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