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Bobby Gray Obituary

Gray, Bobby Joe Age 80, Walnut Cove, NC native. At peace with Christ on November 11, 2012. Retired Cook County Deputy Sheriff, 25 years. Retiree of J.T. Ryerson Steel, 42 years. Loving father to Melanie; "Paw-Paw" to his grandchildren, Courtney and Cameron. He leaves behind his sister, Carolyn Hughes (NC); sisters-in-law, Gladys Gray, Clarie, Darline, Benita and Joyce Lattimore. Affectionately called "Daddy Bob" or "Uncle Bob" to as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Gladys Gray. Visitation at Southwest Memorial Chapel, 7901 S. Komensky, Chicago, IL on Thursday, November 15 from 2 p.m. to 7p.m. Wake Friday, November 16, 1p.m. with Funeral Services beginning at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark United Methodist Church 8441 S. St. Lawrence, Chicago, IL.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2012.

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Lorrice Mc Dermott

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