Richard Neil Cray Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Neil Cray (Columbus, Ohio), born in Gallipolis, Ohio, who passed away at the age of 95, on September 24, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Neil Cray to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Richard Neil's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Richard Neil's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Owen and Xylphia Neil Cray; his sons, Richard Michael and Jeffrey Owen Cray; his wife Frances Cray; his siblings, Virginia Ann Wohler and Harvey Owen Cray (Millie); and his brother-in-law Thomas Moss.

He is survived by: his children, Cathy Anne Cray, Steven Neil Cray and Timothy Allen Cray; his siblings, John Michael Cray (Cathy) and Peggy June Moss; and his brother-in-law Jack Wohler. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

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May 2, 2025

Kimberly Smith wrote a sympathy message

“Uncle, you are also survived by an adoring niece. I am so grateful for the time I got to spend with you in 2016. You, the keeper of family secrets, thank you for sharing those with me. I so wanted to see you again and drive you to Evergreen where you longed to go. I will venture there on my own as a tribute to you and every kindness you so generously shared with me. I love you, I miss you, and I adored you.! Rest in Peace, dear Uncle.”

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