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Kevin McCray Obituary

Kevin Nathan McCray, 35, departed from this earthly place into eternity on August 19, 2012. He was a gift from God to His Parents Rev. Thomas B. McCray Sr. and Frances J. McCray on November 27, 1976 in Cristobal, Canal Zone, during military assignment of His Father. Kevin was an active, skilled and dedicated member and drummer in St. Johns Baptist Church for many years. He loved family, music and His church, where He was baptized. Kevin graduated from Wide Field High School in 1995. He leaves to cherish His memory His Beloved Wife Shayna McCray, Children Arianna McCray, Kiera and Kaylan Stiles, Parents Rev. Thomas B. McCray Sr. and Frances J. McCray, Brothers Thomas B. McCray Jr. (Polly) of Arizona and Vincent E. McCray of Texas, Mother in Law, Penola Mascotti, 4 Uncles and 1 Aunt and many nieces, nephews, church family and dear friends. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00pm Friday, August 31, 2012 Angelus Funeral Directors, 1104 S. Circle Dr. Funeral Services Saturday, September 1, 2012 at 11:00am St. Johns Baptist Church, 902 S. Prospect St. Interment, Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by The Gazette from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2012.

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Shawna A

September 6, 2012

I didn't know you as long as everyone else on here just a few years. In those few years You made me and every one else smile and laugh when you were near:). I always thought u were a great guy , but now I see u were much greater then I realized to so many people :) I faithfully believe sometimes God does just need the best to be with him no matter the pain left here , clearly this is the case . May your loved ones be able to smile knowing this ! RIP Kevin

Anthony hale

September 6, 2012

Rest in peace..bruh. .I don't think we had the pleasure of meeting..but the fact still remains we lost another brother. My heart goes out till your family. .

JoJO

September 5, 2012

Can't believe you are gone my friend. you were a great father and husband but truly a great friend. I know you are where we all want to be now. You will be missed so much. JoJo

S Jessie

September 3, 2012

Truly missing a great friend and my prayers are with Kevin's family.

Coping with the death and first anniversary of my mother's passing. I know it is truly hard to lose a parent and loved one, but I can't imagine losing a child or my husband.

I pray for peace and understanding for Kevin's wife and parents,child and loved ones. May God bless your family today and always...

NIKKI B

September 3, 2012

Kevin you will Always be missed! You was a TRUE LOYAL FRIEND!!! May Jehovah God bless over your family and give them strength!!!!! Much Love Always!!! PEACE! MY HOMIE!!!

Deacon Shaw & Family

September 3, 2012

Our prayers are with the love ones left with the previous memories of Kevin. May God grant you peace and strength in the name of Jesus. Be blessed and know that God knows the plans He has for the future. Remember the Rock is always there to assist us. Just called on Jesus' name and it will be all right.

GT ...

September 2, 2012

RIP HOMIE..U WERE AN AWESOME GENTLEMEN AND MADE AN IMPRESSION ON THOSE LIVES U ENCOUNTERED..U WILL BE MISSED..MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND LOVED ONES..

GT ...

September 2, 2012

RIP HOMIE..U WERE AN AWESOME GENTLEMEN AND MADE AN IMPRESSION ON THOSE LIVES U ENCOUNTERED..U WILL BE MISSED..

eric antonio

September 2, 2012

You always was a good friend you will b missed never forgotten I will see u at the gates love you Kevin. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Stephenie (Mccasland) Robinson

September 2, 2012

My thoughts and Prayers to the McCray family. I will always remember the good times we all shared on B street. Kevin always had a big smile on his face and could always make me laugh. I know he is smiling down on us all right now. RIP my friend.

Thomas Patterson

September 2, 2012

I can remember the old days when we were 5 playing in the hills, you will be missed Rest in peace kev

Vanessa Mejias

September 1, 2012

Thoughts & prayers are with those you've had to leave behind, but the wonderful memories of you will remain for a lifetime..Until we meet again my friend!!!

Laura (Paine) Almonte

September 1, 2012

Kevin touched many lives in many ways. Prayers for the McCray family. RIP old friend.

Toni Burrell

September 1, 2012

My prayers are with the Family at this time. God Bless.

Danielle (Orosco) Bundy

September 1, 2012

Goodbye my friend.

renae rachell

September 1, 2012

May God bless his family and comfort them in this time , Kevin I personally never knew but from the people that did including his wife he made alot of people smile and feel good.. Rest in Peace my brother

Paul Dow

September 1, 2012

May God bless Kevin and his family and comfort them during their lost. I pray that his wife and childrencontinue to seek God even more so that they may find happiness during this time of greiving knowing God will take care of you and your kids forever more.

Sister. Geneva D. Silas

September 1, 2012

Mr.Kevin was a gentle spirit christian man. His smile & elegant demeanor, I shall miss. McCray family, may the Lord God we serve keep you in his loving arms-as you continue on your journey. Kevin will always be in your heart forever.
Isaiah 43:2,3

August 31, 2012

Kevin....growing up u always knew the rigt things to say. You brightened my world and life. I thank you for the words of encouragement and cant wait to see you again. Rest In Paradise....

August 31, 2012

Rev. McCray & family;
Our prayers & love are with you now & forever. May God continue to comfort, strengthen and keep you in His care.

Sis. Vee Williams & Family

Jerome & Darlene Garrison

August 31, 2012

McCray Family, please accept our sincere thoughts and prayers on the recent lost of your son. We are the Garrison Family and your neighbors to the west and down the street from you. If you need anything, please let us know, sincerly, Jerome & Darlene Garrison

Vanessa Richardson

August 31, 2012

To Reverend McCray and Sister Francis,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in this time of loss.

Love you!

Vanessa Richardson

Kevin,

May eternal life be everything you believed it to be!

Blessings and love,

Vanessa M. Richardson
Divine Spirit Baptist Church

Antoinette McVay

August 31, 2012

My condolences to the McCray family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray the comforting of friends, family, and most of all God will make this time a little easier for you. I love you.

Katey Huntley

August 31, 2012

Peace and love to you all! xoxo

Brian Gray

August 31, 2012

I went to school with Kevin and he was a good dude to me. I kept running into him the last few years in the streets and we would always say whats up, how you been? Now when its all over you realize how we can take life for granted. So lets take our time with life and enjoy our friends and family. And most of all, Appreciate ALL OF OUR LIVES IN A CRAZY WORLD. BE WITH GOD KEVIN. LIVE IN PEACE

Lillian Carter

August 31, 2012

Bro Thom & Ms. Frances, we were sadden by the news of Kevin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shana, I know this must be one of the hardest things to endure. May God strengthen you daily,our prayers are with you.
Sincere condolences,
Randy and Lillian Carter, and Family

Natasha Lias

August 31, 2012

I will never forget the day we actually met I walked in tears running down my face and you just started talking and before I knew it I was smiling and laughing. That was 13 years ago and you never let me down you always knew just what to say or do and for that I will forever be greatful. You were my best friend and words cannot express how much I will miss you. My heart aches knowing that I will never again have the chance to pick up the phone and hear your voice. I still cannot believe you are gone but you will live on in my heart and mind forever. May you rest in peace knowing that your time on this earth was well spent helping and healing others. I LOVE YOU and I always will.

August 31, 2012

Kevin, I know that you are in a better place. I know you will watch over your family. I miss our talks, your laugh and smile. I love you and always have. We shared a lot and the convo. we always had was good. You always made me think and smile @ the end. May God Bless You and your family. I love you and you will always be missed.

Ashlee & Mario Brown

August 31, 2012

Our condolences and thoughts are with all the McCray family!!! Shaina and the kids you are in our thoughts daily....please let us know if their is anything at all we can do!!

Donna Clark

August 30, 2012

our condolences,to the McCray Family. Keep God first in your lives: (Yet those who wait for the LORD Will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary).

Legacy Amin

August 30, 2012

I will love you always for the short time known I known you, you was a true friend. Where ever you look out for me and those who loved you.

Hazel Eller

August 30, 2012

To all of the McCray families: When you lose someone so senselessly and unexpectedly, and you have the great hurting in your heart, please remember that God, our Father, will comfort you and shower His blessings on all of you. Your sorrow is shared by many. He will be missed greatly but NEVER forgotten. The memories will remain forever.

Sel

August 30, 2012

Kevin, you touched the people's lives you were in and are greatly missed by all. I'm glad I got the chance to know you even if it was for a brief few years. I will never forget the encouraging words you spoke, your laugh or unforgettable smile. You truly are an angel. Your friendship will always be cherished. My deepest condolences to the family for your loss.

Bridgette Malady

August 30, 2012

My prayers for the family, a young man taken way to soon. God bless you all, I worked with Kevin in the auto business and he was a joy to work with. May God bless and comfort those in pain from his loss.

Smith Tina

August 30, 2012

May God Bless you Peace in you and your family time of sorrow. My Prayers are with you and your family always.

Sarah Praetorius- Jessie

August 29, 2012

My heart goes out to Rev. and Mrs. McCray, and the babies that have to grow up without the guidance and love of their father. It is so difficult to beleive that Kevin has been taken at such a young age. He will always be remembered for that sweet smile and big heart and those amazing hugs. It has been 6 1/2 years since I left Colorado, and he made sure that I got a hug before I left. I was privaliged to have his father bless my daughter at St. Johns Baptist Church.

With busy lives we unfortunately lost touch but he crossed my mind often. He was a great friend and it is just heart breaking that he is gone. But he is with our heavenly father and wanting his family to have peace in the fact that he is surrounded in peace now. I love you Kevin and I am thankful that the Lord allowed me to meet and know such an an amazingly funny, big hearted, caring soul. I am thankful for all the years of friendship.

Krystle Walden

August 29, 2012

To the Mcray family...my heart n prayers go out to you in this painful time....Kevin was a wonderful man with a wonderful Outlook on life n an amazing personality he will b truly mudarse by all he knew...sms he has touched someones life in one way or another...Love u man R.I.P

Chantelle Johnson

August 29, 2012

My heart aches for the loss of Kevin, you will truly be missed. My friend Shayna you have my deepest sympathy for your loss. I know God will help you get through what you cannot get over. I pray for your strength and peace through this very difficult time. My love to you and the kids.

kim gordon

August 29, 2012

my prayers go out to the MCCray family! Know that god has him in a better place and that he will guide you and comfort you thru this loss,Kevin will be missed.....kim

Deacon Ray Archer Family

August 29, 2012

Rest in please God will take care of you're family until you meet again.

August 29, 2012

May the Lord Keep your Family during these trying times of saying goodbye. Kevin was a big part of my ST John's youth memories Great times! Shayna I'm praying for your healing and for you to be able to trust in the LORD and know that his perfect purpose will not fail you.
- Be Blessed
Jaeda Moore (Davis)

Tasonya Johnson & Family

August 29, 2012

Please know that our condolences, our love and our prayers all go to the McCray Family in this difficult time. It gives me joy to know that this ENTIRE family serves God and for that he will keep you and yours.

Charles Brown

August 29, 2012

Man, Kevin. I still remember when we met on the bus going to school back in 94. We had some good times back then. I'm glad I was able to talk to you a couple of years ago.
My prayers go out to you and your family. RIP Kev and may God be with you.

Chucky

Sharon Morgan

August 29, 2012

To the McCray family Kevin Will be missed very very much. Kevin has been a very close friend for many years and we love him so very much. Kevin has also been my neighbor for the last 5 years oh how I miss him so much. My grandkids miss him so very much aswell and, may God bless your family at this time. Thank you for sharing a most wonderful person like Kevin.

Betsy Bibbins

August 29, 2012

We met on August 7, 2011 one of the worst days of my life and you changed my life forever. You became a friend...you had no idea what I was going through on that day but thanks to you and some wonderful friends I made it. You made a difference in my life and for that I will forever be grateful for you and your amazing personality. Until we meet again, may God keep you and your family in his care.

Michelle Johnson

August 29, 2012

Shayna, Ari, Kaylan, and Kiera- We are so sorry for the loss of Kevin. We are praying for each of you every day. Kevin was a wonderful father and husband and is already deeply missed. We love you all so much.

Sincerely,
Michelle and Nathan Johnson & Family

Taraya Bland

August 29, 2012

To The McCray family my prayers are with you. Kevin was a wonderful man, and always making people laugh & smile. He is loved and missed by so many. May God be all the comfort you need during your time of sorrow. Much love, Taraya

John Johnson

August 28, 2012

No words can express the feelings Im having now. It's almost like I refuse to believe it. So many memories I have with Kevin. I remember that KC Royals hat he used to ALWAYS wear in High School. I remember our last conversation at Lamonts house. Brotha you will truely be missed and was always loved..... You have my word I'll stay in touch with the family and help in any way Im able to....ONE....FOREVER

Brian Marshall

August 28, 2012

May each day that passes bring hope and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. You will truly be missed by many and never forgotten. R.I.P Kev. Much love.

August 28, 2012

Dear Kevin... my heart will never be able to express the pain I feel. I no that u r looking down and r protecting ur loved ones. I will forever miss my friend. it is so hard to know that our paths will never cross on this earth again. ill cu for the last earthly time very soon. may God bless and keep ur family in this very traggic time.

Brandee Vigil-Howard

August 28, 2012

We love you fam....until we meet again <3 Condolences to the McCray family....

Rene Miller

August 28, 2012

RIP love!!!! Kevin, u will be missed by so may. I enjoyed the 18 years that I have known you. All the laughs and the good times that we had. I will forever love and miss you. U will never be forgotten and forever missed and loved.

McCray family I pray for you and am so sorry for this loss. Kevin was a great man and is now looking over all of us. Anyone who knows him, knows that he is now yelling at us and telling us to stop crying and know that he is in a safe place with the lord.

I live you Kevin and will always love and miss you!!!

Gina Valencia

August 28, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I've known Kevin since Jr. High and he is a great person that will be missed and my heart is in such pain that he was taken so soon. Kevin you are/were a very great friend that always had a smile. Now you can light up the sky for us w/that beautiful smile. RIP Kevin you will never be forgotten.

Darnell Jones

August 28, 2012

Rev. McCray and Family we are so sorry for your loss but we time is nothing when God is on your side. We love u all! THE JONES FAMILY

Darnell Jones

August 28, 2012

God needed a drummer the best so your # was called my God bless your family and friends you'll be missed but not forgotten with much love!

Tanya Maestas

August 28, 2012

Please accept my condolences, my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone effected. Kevin will clearly be missed.

latassie lacey

August 28, 2012

"Resting in Peace and Joy for all Eternity". Our Prayers goes out to our family in this time of need...R.I.P Kevin

Elaina Bailey

August 28, 2012

The pain being felt for the family is unmeasurable. My condolences to your family Kevin..you are and always be a good person. Praying for strength and understanding for your loved ones.

Tink

August 28, 2012

I will miss you g its hard to knw your gone but at least i got another angel on my back...love you g

Joe Williams

August 28, 2012

My Prayers are with you.......R.I.P.

Watching football games will not be the same......

Sierra Joe

James Baldrick

August 28, 2012

My condolences to the family and friends and all affected by the loss of Kevin McCray.. May he Rest In Peace. God Bless

Willie Page II

August 28, 2012

Our thoughts, hearts, and prayers go out to your family and loved ones G!!! Another one of Gods Children taken from us to soon. MAY YOU FLY HIGH WITH THE ANGLES!!!! You will be truely missed.... - Pages

Lenear/Gloria McCree/Garrett

August 28, 2012

May GOD be ou you and the family in this time.GOD need another "Drummer" to be in his band and He choice you.May your family listen for the sound that you always maded; music from Heaven.May God bless the McCray Family,as we keep them in our prayers.

Olivia

August 28, 2012

I will miss seeing your infectious smile and your visits to Pikes Peak Acura. RIP =(

Angie.

August 28, 2012

Words can not express how much I will miss you my friend. You are resting with the Angels now. Play the drums for the heavenly choir. We miss you and love you and you will never be forgotten. To the McCray family, God bless you, and thank you for sharing Kevin with the world.

Gloria and Josiah Garcia

August 28, 2012

My dear friend, my brother. I can't express the loss I feel, I miss you and I know that you are the brightest star in the sky and the most dedicated angel beside our Lord! Mr. and Mrs. McCray my love and prayers are with you, thank you for sharing Kevin with us. Shayna and the babies, prayers are with you and your family as well.

carlene maura

August 28, 2012

sorry about your loss, thinking of you

Tony Hills

August 28, 2012

Kevin my brother it was a month ago since we talked and laughed on the phone, you are with God now where it is peaceful. I pray that God will send the angels from heaven to look after your family. May God keep them safe and out of harms way, we will see each other soon, take care. Rev and Mrs. Mccray we pray for your family in this time of need, may God bless you all.

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