The Rev’d. David Gray
1925-2017
It is with heartfelt sadness the family of the Reverend David
Gray announce his peaceful passing on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at
Ridgewood Veterans Wing in Saint John, NB.
He was born in Cropton England, July 22, 1925 to the late
Isaac and Helen Gray. The family immigrated to Canada when
David was 5 years of age. He served in the Royal Canadian
Air Force from 1943 to 1945. He met the love of his life,
Phyllis Marie (nee Stone) in 1946. They married on September
18, 1948 and raised 4 children.
David was predeceased by his wife (2002), his parents,
brothers Peter and Gerald, and sisters Marion and Pauline. He is
survived by his daughters Patricia Stevens of Magaguadavic Lake and
Sharon Bruhm (Clayton) of Pleasantville, NS; sons Brian (Kathy) of
Riverview and Gordon (Lynn) of Quispamsis; grandchildren Mark,
Shawnee, Matthew, and Michael Stevens, Trevor Bruhm, David Gray, Kari
O’Neill and Kelly Roth; step grandchildren Andrew and Grant
Patterson; and great grandchildren Mallory and Nolan Stevens, Dante
Bruhm, Wyatt Gray, Ethan O’Neill, and Hudson Roth;
sister-in-law Elsie Gray; and several nieces and
nephews.
David worked as a licensed mechanic, and later became the
Assistant Manager of Canadian Tire in Moncton. Upon
David’s calling to serve his Lord, he graduated from Medley
Hall, Diocese of Fredericton. He became a Deacon in 1964 and
a Priest in 1966. David’s unique skill set was
instrumental in rebuilding parishes both spiritually and
financially.
During his ministry David served the following parishes: St
Martins, Petitcodiac, Grand Manan, and St. James and St.
Jude’s in Saint John. He was an active member of
the communities in which he served; a long- time member of the St
Martins Lodge No 30 F. & A.M; involved in Inter-Denominational
Christian Fellowship. He helped establish the St Martins
Fire Department and served as the first volunteer fire
chief. In his retirement years, David and Phyllis were
active members with the Keenager’s Seniors Group in
Kingston, NB.
David was a loving husband and father who loved to help his
family and was always willing to lend a helping hand to neighbours,
friends, and those in need. David’s family
appreciated his guidance and admired his far-reaching
generosity.
David’s family extends a special thank you to all
the staff at the Ridgewood Veteran’s Wing for the excellent
care and compassion he received during his stay.
Arrangements are entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home,
1063 Main Street, Hampton, from where visitation will be held on
Tuesday, September 5, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. The funeral
service will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 11:00 am from
All Saints Anglican Church, Clifton Royal. Interment will
take place in the adjoining cemetery. For those who wish,
remembrances to any charity of the donor’s choice would be
appreciated by the family. Online condolences and
remembrances may be placed at www.reidsfh.com.
A Royal Canadian Legion Veteran’s Tribute service will be
held on Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the funeral home.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de The Rev’d David Gray – 1925-2017.source
Décès pour la Ville: Hampton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
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