Henry Thomas Gray, Jr. Obituary (1953

Henry Thomas Gray Jr., affectionately known "Junior" by family and friends, was born on April 21, 1953, to Hattie and Henry Gray, Sr. in Tifton Ga. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Thomas Gray Sr, his mother, Hattie Gray, his son, Reginald Martin, and his brother, Marcus Gray. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Dorothea; son, Germaine (Krashonda) of Atlanta, GA; daughter, Denita (Anthony Jr.) of Fairburn, GA, sisters, Lillie of Atlanta, GA, Lillian of Riverdale, GA, Karen (Earnest) of Riverdale GA; brother Leon (Michelle) of College Park, Ga; aunt, Lousie Miller of Clearwater, FL, special aunt, Runell Fears of Union City, GA and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, family members and friends. Henry was a member of the Archer High School graduating class of 1971. After high school, he took up auto mechanics at Atlanta Area Tech. After completing those studies, he worked for Georgia Power as a diesel mechanic for 42 years. Shortly after, he joined Word of Faith Cathedral church and became an usher for several years until his health started to decline. Henry was an avid golfer, church member, and loved to travel. He was often very protective of his famous 1967 Pontiac GTO. Henry instilled in his family the importance of family support and hard work. Henry transitioned from this world on March 14, 2026, to join his Lord and Savior. Henry is and will be sorely missed by everyone. He has touched so many people, and we know he is with the angels rejoicing and watching over his family. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Henry Thomas Gray, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Henry Thomas Gray, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.