of North Little Rock, AR
August 13, 1930 - February 10, 2016
WANDA S. GRAY, 85, of North Little Rock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 10, 2016. She was born on August 13, 1930 in Moscow, Arkansas (Jefferson County) to Hubert Edwin and Emma Jean Slaten.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband of 54 years, Dalton Leroy ''Leroy'' Gray; sisters, Ann Moll, and Zena Cramer; and brother, Hubert Slaten, Jr. She is survived by daughter, Jean Ann Gray, of Sherwood; sons, Dalton Leroy ''Lee'' Gray II, M.D., of Farmington, and Michael (Donna) Gray, of Greenbrier; and four grandchildren, James Dalton ''J.D.'' Gray of Conway, Dalton Leroy Gray III, Ella Gray, and Adi Gray, of Centerton.
Wanda was a faithful member of Amboy United Methodist Church for more than 50 years and was still ''hanging banners for Jesus'' up to her time to go home. Wanda received a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from the University of Central Arkansas and began work at the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension in Hazen, where she would meet and marry her husband Leroy. She was an accomplished homemaker and professional seamstress, having judged sewing entries at the Arkansas Sew With Cotton for many years. She loved her family deeply and was affectionately ''MoMo'' to her grandchildren who were her pride and joy.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Gentiva Hospice and Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab for their exceptional care and compassion.
A time of visitation will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2016, at 1:00 pm., and a memorial service at 2:00 p.m., at Amboy United Methodist Church in North Little Rock. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Amboy United Methodist Church, 311 Military Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72118; Amboy Community Food Pantry, 100 Auburn Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72118; or Central Baptist College Mustang Baseball, 1501 College, Conway, AR 72034. Online guestbook is available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens
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45 Condolence(s)
Susan Meeks
Monday, February 29, 2016
So sorry Mike, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Love ya
John Philpot
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Wanda and Leroy were two of my favorite people. I just sent the obituary information to Jim Miller in Starkville. He was a fan also. Praise The Lord! Wanda has already started her eternal existence with Him.
Cheryl Woolfe
Monday, February 15, 2016
So very sorry in the loss of your mom. She fought a good fight and lived her life in her way. She left her legacy for us all to learn & live by. May you each find peace, comfort, and much understanding at this time. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Ann Peters
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Jeannie, Mike, and Lee,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She was the one to teach me when God was 'speaking' to me. For that, I'll forever be grateful to have her in my life.
Danny & Pat Scruggs
Saturday, February 13, 2016
We want to express our most since sympathy on your loss. We thought the world of both Leroy and Wanda. They were really good friends. Wish we could have attended the service but we are out of town.
Connie Griffin
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Mike, Donna & JD--So sorry for your loss. You all have spoken about "Momo" so often that I feel as if I knew her. I know she will be missed by all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all, Connie.
Charles and Elsie Hall
Saturday, February 13, 2016
The loss of Wanda will leave a hole in my life. Wanda was a faithful sister-in-law who called me every Saturday morning and kept me updated on her children and grandchildren who she loved so very much. Lots of love and prayers to Lee, Jeannie and Mike.
Aunt Elsie
J.R. and Sandra Barnett
Friday, February 12, 2016
Mike, Donna, and J.D. So sorry for your loss. It is always hard to give up a parent, but you have to stay strong and keep your faith in the good Lord. We love you guys and miss seeing you.
In Christian Love
J.R. and Sandra
Charlie Bradford
Friday, February 12, 2016
Sorry to hear about your loss,
All of us have the wonderful memories of our parents to keep us going. They taught us well about life faith and values.
That we can pass on to our children and grandchildren.
Joe and Priscilla Keeton
Friday, February 12, 2016
Mike l am sorry for your loss my friend. U and your family are in my prays Joe Keeton
Shelly Taylor - Leck
Friday, February 12, 2016
Our prayers are with you and your family. Xxoo
Jill Nelson
Friday, February 12, 2016
Michael, I am so sad to hear about the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. Sending love and hope for the days ahead. God has another angel in heaven.
- Jill
Babs Blagg
Friday, February 12, 2016
Bee called last night to tell me about your mom. I was so sorry to hear about her death. My thoughts and prayers are with you & hope that all your wonderful memories will help you as you grieve.
Babs Blagg
Nancy Chudy
Friday, February 12, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I knew of
David Salmon
Friday, February 12, 2016
Our Dear Brother Mike & family,
We are so Saddened by the loss of your Precious Godly Mother, but at the same time we are so gracious she has finally reached her destiny. The Greatest accomplishment of all. Amen
I'm sorry I never had the opportunity to meet her, but I do believe this! From what I gathered reading her obituary, I truly believe she came mighty close to creating a carbon copy of herself when she gave birth to you. Please carry on her legacy with Great Pride my friend until we all meet again.
We very blessed to be surrounded by people like you & your beloved family.
Our thoughts & prayers go out to you all!
Love Always, David & Julie Salmon
Kim Bell
Friday, February 12, 2016
Mike, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Jennie Ashley Dugger
Friday, February 12, 2016
I loved your mother and have many many fond memories of play times at your house after school when we were in 5th and 6th grade. She has been a part of my heart for 50 years and will always remain. Love you sis.
Fred Ayers
Friday, February 12, 2016
Sorry for your loss, we will remember your family in our prayers.
Bobby&CarrieHenderson
Friday, February 12, 2016
We are remembering you in our prayer's. We are sorry for you loss. Bobby Henderson
Elizabeth Luyet
Friday, February 12, 2016
Mike and Donna, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy Wiedower
Friday, February 12, 2016
Michael,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Samantha Reaper
Friday, February 12, 2016
Michael,
From what I have heard and read about your mother, she sounds like she was a beautiful, Godly woman, with a heart on fire for Jesus. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. Matthew 11:28
Gwenda Williams
Friday, February 12, 2016
I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I know you will miss her for a mother is such an important part of life.
Reading that Mrs. Gray was a judge for many years in the Arkansas Sew with Cotton brought back many memories for me. During the years 1977-1980, I was able, through my high school, to sew and compete in that event. It was always so much fun to do and I learned so much from that experience.
May God give you great strength and comfort that only comes from Him.
Spencer Merrell
Friday, February 12, 2016
Michael,
Sounds like a remarkable woman. I pray God will grant you peace and strength.
Laurel Meadows
Friday, February 12, 2016
In times like this, all we can do is lift our eyes to the one and only Healer- knowing he not only will comfort and heal the broken hearted but also has welcomed Mrs Gray home!
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone FOREVER” Rev. 21:4
I pray you find comfort in these words, my friend; for soon, we will all be Home together- forever!
Peg Lopez
Friday, February 12, 2016
Jeannie, May the peace and comfort of our Lord be with you and your entire family during this difficult time. Love and prayers.
Bo & Tammy Smith
Friday, February 12, 2016
Michael,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Bo and Tammy
Susan Kittrell
Friday, February 12, 2016
Jeannie, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Susan Meeks
Friday, February 12, 2016
I'm so sorry Mike for your lost!
Praying for you and your family!!
Melody Blessing Adams
Thursday, February 11, 2016
I was so sorry to hear about your mother. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Taylor
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Jeannie, Lee & Mike, so very sorry to read about Wanda. I was just counting and realized I met your parents about 58 years ago. Spent many years in the choir with Wanda, and always enjoyed the paraments she made for the sanctuary. May God hold you all in His hands and comfort you.
Brenda
Hugh &Linda McKnight
Thursday, February 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you.
Debbie Dority
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Thinking of you and your family!
sharon Harrison
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Praying for yalls family
Aaron Smith
Thursday, February 11, 2016
I never know what to say at times like this, nor am I good with words, but I know this world is a better place because of Mrs. Gray. You don't have to be a family member or a close friend to have benefited from Mrs. Grays contributions on earth. She will be greatly missed by us all.
Charlotte Ann King Sears
Thursday, February 11, 2016
When I think of Ms. Wanda, Immediately thoughts of faithful servant and a living-loving example of how to live life spring to mind. She was both of these things 24/7. She was my friend,our family's friend for 50 years. Rest easy Ms.Wanda, as you enjoy your heavenly home. Prayers of comfort to the Gray Family. â¤ï¸
Rocky Hickman
Thursday, February 11, 2016
love you man, praying for your family.
Jason and Kristy Johnson
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Mike- I'm sure your mom would want u to celebrate her coming home to be with the Lord. We love you guys and pray for you during this time.
Mandi Simpson
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Love you Jeannie. Prayers to you and your entire family.
Martha Cole Thorpe
Thursday, February 11, 2016
So very sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. She was a very sweet lady. Prayers to the family.
Beverly Rodgers
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Wanda was a dear friend when we were at Amboy and when we had our clothing store. So sorry to hear about her passing.
Patti Boyett
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Jeannie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My peace be with you.
Patti
Angela Wooley
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Pam Tiller
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Debbie Ashcraft
Thursday, February 11, 2016
May the comfort of our Lord's promises bring you comfort. So sorry for your loss. Celebrate her life with gladness.