Obituary:
GRAY, CHARLES B., 79, of Somers Point, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2002 at his home. Born in Avon, North Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of Somers Point. He was the son of the late Bateman and Emeline Gray. He served as a member of the Somers Point Police Department from 1946 until his retirement in 1977 and was Chief for 22 years. During his tenure as Chief he provided the strong leadership needed during the turbulent 60's and changing times of the 70's. After his retirement he worked for 13 years at Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany with the 9th Air Force. He was decorated with the European-African-Middle Eastern Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal; recently he was awarded the Liberation De La France as well as the Distinguished Service Medal from the State of New Jersey. Over the years he had been involved with many civic and community organizations including the Somers Point Republican Club, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post #2189, Somers Point Marine Unit, Atlantic County Chief's Association, and PBA Local #77. He is survived by his wife, Gladys of Somers Point; son, Gary and his wife Patty of Somers Point; daughter, Susan of Egg Harbor Twp.; son, Steven of Delhaven; sister, Sybil Schneider of Woodbury; grandchildren: Gary, Bobby, Madison; niece, Joan Goodman; nephew, Joe Gray and stepchildren: Bill Smith, Suzanne Whedbee, and Marie Jerdan. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and hunter spending time with his family and many friends in these pursuits. Member of the American Legion Post 352 of Somers Point. Services will be held on Wednesday 10:00a.m. at the Middleton Stroble and Zale Funeral Home, 304 Shore Road, Somers Point. Interment Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery, Estell Manor. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7-9p.m. at the Funeral Home.
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Middle name Burrus or Burris.
GRAY, CHARLES B., 79, of Somers Point, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2002 at his home. Born in Avon, North Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of Somers Point. He was the son of the late Bateman and Emeline Gray. He served as a member of the Somers Point Police Department from 1946 until his retirement in 1977 and was Chief for 22 years. During his tenure as Chief he provided the strong leadership needed during the turbulent 60's and changing times of the 70's. After his retirement he worked for 13 years at Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany with the 9th Air Force. He was decorated with the European-African-Middle Eastern Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal; recently he was awarded the Liberation De La France as well as the Distinguished Service Medal from the State of New Jersey. Over the years he had been involved with many civic and community organizations including the Somers Point Republican Club, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post #2189, Somers Point Marine Unit, Atlantic County Chief's Association, and PBA Local #77. He is survived by his wife, Gladys of Somers Point; son, Gary and his wife Patty of Somers Point; daughter, Susan of Egg Harbor Twp.; son, Steven of Delhaven; sister, Sybil Schneider of Woodbury; grandchildren: Gary, Bobby, Madison; niece, Joan Goodman; nephew, Joe Gray and stepchildren: Bill Smith, Suzanne Whedbee, and Marie Jerdan. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and hunter spending time with his family and many friends in these pursuits. Member of the American Legion Post 352 of Somers Point. Services will be held on Wednesday 10:00a.m. at the Middleton Stroble and Zale Funeral Home, 304 Shore Road, Somers Point. Interment Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery, Estell Manor. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7-9p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Copyright, 2002, South Jersey Publishing Company t/a The Press of Atlantic City, Page: C2
Middle name Burrus or Burris.
Obituary:
GRAY, CHARLES B., 79, of Somers Point, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2002 at his home. Born in Avon, North Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of Somers Point. He was the son of the late Bateman and Emeline Gray. He served as a member of the Somers Point Police Department from 1946 until his retirement in 1977 and was Chief for 22 years. During his tenure as Chief he provided the strong leadership needed during the turbulent 60's and changing times of the 70's. After his retirement he worked for 13 years at Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany with the 9th Air Force. He was decorated with the European-African-Middle Eastern Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal; recently he was awarded the Liberation De La France as well as the Distinguished Service Medal from the State of New Jersey. Over the years he had been involved with many civic and community organizations including the Somers Point Republican Club, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post #2189, Somers Point Marine Unit, Atlantic County Chief's Association, and PBA Local #77. He is survived by his wife, Gladys of Somers Point; son, Gary and his wife Patty of Somers Point; daughter, Susan of Egg Harbor Twp.; son, Steven of Delhaven; sister, Sybil Schneider of Woodbury; grandchildren: Gary, Bobby, Madison; niece, Joan Goodman; nephew, Joe Gray and stepchildren: Bill Smith, Suzanne Whedbee, and Marie Jerdan. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and hunter spending time with his family and many friends in these pursuits. Member of the American Legion Post 352 of Somers Point. Services will be held on Wednesday 10:00a.m. at the Middleton Stroble and Zale Funeral Home, 304 Shore Road, Somers Point. Interment Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery, Estell Manor. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7-9p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Copyright, 2002, South Jersey Publishing Company t/a The Press of Atlantic City, Page: C2
Middle name Burrus or Burris.
GRAY, CHARLES B., 79, of Somers Point, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2002 at his home. Born in Avon, North Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of Somers Point. He was the son of the late Bateman and Emeline Gray. He served as a member of the Somers Point Police Department from 1946 until his retirement in 1977 and was Chief for 22 years. During his tenure as Chief he provided the strong leadership needed during the turbulent 60's and changing times of the 70's. After his retirement he worked for 13 years at Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany with the 9th Air Force. He was decorated with the European-African-Middle Eastern Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal; recently he was awarded the Liberation De La France as well as the Distinguished Service Medal from the State of New Jersey. Over the years he had been involved with many civic and community organizations including the Somers Point Republican Club, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post #2189, Somers Point Marine Unit, Atlantic County Chief's Association, and PBA Local #77. He is survived by his wife, Gladys of Somers Point; son, Gary and his wife Patty of Somers Point; daughter, Susan of Egg Harbor Twp.; son, Steven of Delhaven; sister, Sybil Schneider of Woodbury; grandchildren: Gary, Bobby, Madison; niece, Joan Goodman; nephew, Joe Gray and stepchildren: Bill Smith, Suzanne Whedbee, and Marie Jerdan. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and hunter spending time with his family and many friends in these pursuits. Member of the American Legion Post 352 of Somers Point. Services will be held on Wednesday 10:00a.m. at the Middleton Stroble and Zale Funeral Home, 304 Shore Road, Somers Point. Interment Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery, Estell Manor. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7-9p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Copyright, 2002, South Jersey Publishing Company t/a The Press of Atlantic City, Page: C2
Middle name Burrus or Burris.
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Charles B Gray
Pfc US Army Air Forces
World War II
Jan 24 1923 + July 6 2002
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