GRAY, L. Wayne

The Arizona Republic April 6, 2004 L. Wayne Gray, of Gilbert, AZ, passed away suddenly on April 1, 2004. Born in Direct, TX, on December 9, 1943, to "Babe" Gray and Frances Woods. He was the youngest of five children: William-Edward, Dale, Jerry, and Martha-Lynn. Wayne leaves behind his loving wife of 32 years, Patricia Ann (Parker); four children: Fredrick Dellinger, Charles (Karen) Dellinger, Dana (Brian) Mailes, and Courtney (David) Schile; along with six granddaughters: Maresa, Ashley, Samantha, McKenzie, Kendall and Victoria (who preceded him in death); 3 grandsons: Drake, Spencer, and Garran; also many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Wayne was a veteran, serving as 1st Lt. with Co. C 3rd BN 32nd INF. 7th Inf Division Korea. Wayne was the 1542 INF unit commander. Services were held at the LDS Church, 18305 S. Greenfield in Gilbert. A private family burial was held at the City of Mesa Cemetery.