Kenneth M. Gray
October 8, 1938 ~ August 24, 2013
Kenneth M. Gray, 74, Mooresville, died August 24, 2013, in the Hearth at Tudor Gardens, Zionsville. Mr. Gray was born October 8, 1938, in Indianapolis, to the late Forrest and Mildred (Nay) Gray.
He graduated from Mooresville High School in 1957 and served in the Indiana National Guard. Mr. Gray was the co-owner of Gray Brothers Cafeteria with his late brother, Larry Gray, for many years. He enjoyed boating, many outdoor activities, and flying remote control airplanes. A dog lover, Mr. Gray was a breeder of Chinese Shar Peis. He will be missed by a loving family and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence Gray and a grandson, Tyler Nusbaum.
Survivors include children, Michael Gray (Krista) of Lafayette; daughters, Christina Miller (Joseph) of Greenwood, and Theresa Nusbaum (Sjon) of Zionsville; grandchildren, Michael (Lindsey) and Devin Gray; Blake and Kyle Miller; Chloe, Christa, and Courtney Nusbaum; half-siblings, Glenda and Sonny.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate Mr. Gray’s life on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, 4 to 8 p.m., in the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. A private graveside service will be held in the Mooresville Cemetery. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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You will be missed by many! You were so full of life and always making everyone at the cafeteria laugh and smile:) I remember right about 10:45am – 11 walking into the breakroom at the cafeteria and their you would be sitting at the first round table having your breakfast/lunch (making sure the cooks had everything tasting good) you never missed a day! It was an honor to have know you!!
Jeff and I will never ever forget you Kenny…All of the fun times and laughs that we have shared over the years..your laughter will always be with us..we loved you very much and will miss you very much..One thing I will always remember is when we docked the ski boat while we went into the house boat for awhile..and got back and shoved off the dock and you started looking for the boat keys and I said oh they are in the house boat!! thought you were going to kill me…but what great times! we will always remember you..love Jeff and Lou Lou
Great times on Lake Monroe! Thanks Linda for the post.
I really feel blessed for the opportunity working with Kenny as a caregiver for16 months. Kenny loved his children and grandchildren so much and it was obvious that they loved and cared for him as well. His last couple years were filled with lots of laughs and good conversations. Kenny has been Promoted to Glory!!!
My prayers and thought go out to your children an grandchildren, I have known you many years, I am Dorothy Gray’s niece, You and Uncle Larry thought I would never make it in the restaurant business, and you were both right. Good memories.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort provide the much needed comfort for you during this difficult time. Jesus promises that ‘those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.’ (John 5:28, 29) My deepest sympathies.
Griffin O’ Leary sent a virtual gift in memory of Kenneth M. Gray
I remember working at the kennels, with all the dogs, it was my favorite job and still is to this day. Thank you for the awesome experience and wonderful memories. Getting to work for you was a blessing.
My name is Kasi Blunk, I am Mark Blunk’s daughter. Mark was good friends of Michael Gray and the Gray family. He asked me to find you to send condolences. If anyone has any way to contact Michael to get him in touch with my father please contact me at kdblunk@hotmail.com and I will connect the two. Thank you so much.
I had the privilege of caring for Kenny up until he passed away. He was a delight to care for, and we frequently had conversations about how I used to live in the martinsville/mooresville area. He took pride in his restaurant, and he even offered to take me out for a meal there!! Very sweet man, he is dearly missed!
So sad to hear of your passing. One of my dearest friends. Heaven got a wonderful Angel when God took you….
Just remembering all the laughs you gave me while working for you hope you found your piece in heaven may god bless you
Thoughts and Prayers for your family at this sad time. Bill & Bea Carter
I enjoyed taking care of Mr. Gray. He was a wonderful man. So thankful God put you in my life and me in yours. God received another great angel today.
God Speed Kenny, You are strong and free. You will be missed by those that loved you but we can’t be selfish and hold on.
Kenny was a kind soul that will be dearly missed by those who loved him. The last four years of his life were stolen from him and the ones closest to him. May god heal those heavy hearts of the ones who truly loved him. God rest your soul good friend!
Heres to a man who knew how to have a good time, RIP my RC helicopter Co-Pilot. May you never run out of fuel. -TF
Rest in Peace Kenny, you were such a kind man with a heart of gold! Thank you for all of the times you made me laugh & smile, you had a knack for bringing out the happiness in all of us. Thoughts & sympathy to Mike, Chris, & Theresa.
Kenny was a wonderful neighbor. We will miss him. Godspeed, Kenny.
Kenny Gray was a rough and ready playmate and friend during our days together at Indianapolis Public School #44. We played hundreds of rough football scirmages on the edges of South Grove golf course, went through cub scouts and boy scouts together in the Hawk patrol, and played in sports organized by Herman Olson of the Riverside Methodist church. We built forts, made long hikes and bicycle trips, played night commandos in open fields, and chased over-the-wall balls during practice at Victory Field – to earn free admissions to the games. Kenny Gray was a good friend and comrade in arms through through those early years. I wish I could be there to meet his family – but am living in Toronto.
Kenny also had many fond memories of those days. He talked about his young day growing up on Harding Street…and his adventures with you and Freddy..
Sure enjoyed the many visits we had at dog shows. Gail Garrison
Kenny goes way back in my life, He got me to join The army national guard in1965. He will be missed everyone that knew him.