Lois Gray
February 04, 2013
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Lois Gray, 89, died Monday, February 4, 2013. Lois was born December 10, 1923, to Mary Jane and Weaver Leak.
She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1940 and continued her education at Capital City Business College. Lois married Richard F. Gray in 1941. When Richard went to the Navy, Lois worked at the ordinance plant in Ankeny in the manufacture of munitions. After WW II, she and Richard welcomed two children. Lois worked at Equitable Insurance for 22 years. After that, she was an associate for the Des Moines Public Schools for 12 years.
Lois is survived by her daughters, Joyce G. (David) McSorley and Gloria Gray; grandchildren, Emily (Dan) Tripp and Beth (Taylor) Webb; and great grandchildren, Olivia Webb, Penelope Webb, and Thurston Tripp.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Gray, parents, and siblings.
Lois’ family will be holding a private family service at Central Presbyterian Church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Children and Families of Iowa in memory of Lois.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Luann Rowat
02/08/2013
Remembering fond memories of my time working at Equitable with Lois many years ago. She was always happy and her smile was truly genuine. It was really cool when we discovered another connection besides the workplace-While growing up I lived next door to Lois' family, Leonard Gray; who was uncle and brother-in-law to Richard and Lois Gray and their daughters. Yes, there were TWO Lois Gray's in the same family! I believe Alan Gray's High School graduation was the last time I saw her. Many prayers to the entire family at this time.
Laddie Jobe
02/07/2013
I am sorry for your lose. Mom & Dad always spoke highly of both your mother and father.
Dennis Horrigan
02/06/2013
I am so sorry to hear of Lois' passing. She and Dick were good friends of my parents as we were growing up. Spent many times at your house. She a wonderful woman. Both of mine have passed, so hopefully, they all are renewing their friendship again. My prayers are with you both. Hope all is well with the both of you. Respectfully Dennis
Shirley Corkhill
02/06/2013
Gloria and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that many caring thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Sue (Gray) Bianchi
02/05/2013
Gloria and Joyce,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was such a kind and gentle lady. She will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Susie
Jan Youngs
02/05/2013
Joyce and Lois: Your mom was a sweetheart and I know she will be dearly missed by you. I am so lucky that I was able to get to know her a little while Dic was alive. She was a great lady!