Gene Major Gray's Obituary
Gene M Gray went home to be with Jesus Christ on September 22nd.
He was born to Gene D and Dorothy Gray in Scottsbluff, NE on June 27th, 1933. He is preceded in death by his son, David Gene Gray, and grandson, Travis Gene Gray. In 1959 he met the love of his life Rita whom he married in 1961. Together they had 3 children; David, Douglas, and Jennifer.
Gene was proud to serve in the Navy as a Naval Aviator in his early years. He later enjoyed a successful sales career in the music industry in which he excelled in business while making lifelong friends.
Gene was dedicated to his family, he was witty, sharp minded and a die- hard Nebraska Cornhuskers fan. If you weren't careful you could easily be the subject of his pratical jokes. He loved to laugh and challenge the humor of others.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rita. His son Douglas (Jenn), daughter Jennifer Dale (Scott) and 5 grandchildren.
Gene spent his retirement years playing bridge, wood carving, fishing, and watching his sports teams.
You will be greatly missed. We know you are free of pain and are running around in heaven without physical limitations.
A Memorial Service will be held, Oct 2nd at University Place Presbyterian Church at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Tacoma Musical Playhouse or the ASPCA.
"I've lived a life that's full, I've traveled each and every highway, but more, much more than this, I did it my way." ~Frank Sinatra
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