Paul David Gray

Paul David Gray, 66, the kindest, most gentle, loving husband, father, brother and son, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022, in Tallahassee, Florida. Paul will live forever in our hearts. Paul was married for 33 years to the love of his life Kimberley Wiethorn Gray. Together they shared a life of lasting love, laughter and happiness, that included two loving sons, Tyler and Kevin who were the joy of his life and made him proud everyday. Paul was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 14, 1955, to the late James David Gray and Esther Frances Rieger Gray. He is also preceded in death by his stepmother Laverne Gray. Paul will be missed by his sisters and brothers: Barbara Mcintosh, Deborah (Chris) Challan, Pat Gray, Paula (Gray) Puma, Jeff (Angie) Gray, and many nieces and nephews. Paul graduated from Fairfield High School in 1974, and went on to work at General Motors, Xomox, and at his all-time favorite job as a supervisor at Toyota NAPCK in Hebron, Ky. Paul was a hardworking, dedicated family man who enjoyed the simple pleasures of family life. Some of his favorite times included boating on Lake Cumberland, spending time with friends and family, rocking out to his favorite tunes (and there were a lot of them!), and football. Paul’s love of music, specifically hard rock, was coupled with a deep knowledge of each band, the music, and lyrics. Paul’s dry sense of humor always kept his family and friends on their toes, and a big smile on their faces. Paul had an immense power of will and stoic strength all through his life, but especially during his ten-year battle with Multiple Myeloma. All of those who knew and loved Paul are better for having had him in their lives. He is loved and will be deeply missed. Paul always had a soft spot in his heart for all children, particularly for any child who was suffering mentally or physically. Memorial contributions may be made in Paul’s name to the St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate or to The Sisters of Notre Dame at https://sndusa.org/donate/. Paul’s memorial service will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Fairfield Optimist Club. 194 Joe Nuxhall Way, Fairfield, Ohio, 45014. All friends and family are invited to join us in a celebration of Paul’s Life. Jared Padgett of Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the family with their arrangements. (850-385-2193 or www.bevisfh.com).

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Paul David Gray

December 14, 1955 - September 22, 2022