Charles Gray

Charles Caswell Gray, 92, of Owensboro passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest. He was born in Willacooche, Georgia on June 8, 1927 to the late John Warren and Katie Lou Carter Gray. Charles was retired from the US Army after 20 years. During his military service, Charles was the recipient of several awards, most notably, he was a two-time recipient of the bronze star, and was also awarded a purple heart. He later went on to retire from Big Rivers Electric where he worked as a warehouse manager. Charles was a member of St. Joseph and Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed gardening, he loved nature and being outdoors, working on cars, family gatherings, and seeing his grandchildren. Charles was a gentle and humble man; he was always generous. He would help anyone in need, especially his family. Along with his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his siblings, John Warren Gray, Joyce Gray Anderson, his daughter-in-law, Shannon Bunch Gray, and his son-in-law, Victor ‘Birdie" Abshier. Charles is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Bonnie Fitzgerald Gray, his children, Charles Patrick Gray, Theresa Charlene Gray, Matthew Scott (Nicole) Gray, all of Owensboro; his grandchildren, Sabrina Gray, Christopher (Natalie) Abshier, Nicolas, Andrew, and Daniel Gray; his great-grandchildren, Charles and Oliver Abshier. Services will be 12:00 pm Friday, December 13, 2019 at St. Joseph and Paul Catholic Church, with Father John Vaughan officiating. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory. Prayers will be 7:30 pm at the funeral home. Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Gray. Share your messages of condolence with the family of Charles Caswell Gray at www.haleymcginnis.com