Barbara Gray

Barbara Harlow Gray, 78, died on December 18, 2012 at her daughter’s home, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease and breast cancer.  Barbara was born on January 1, 1934 to the late Gladys E. Sellers and Oscar F Harlow.  She grew up in Cottage City, MD and graduated from Bladensburg High School Class of 1951 and recently attended her 61st High School Reunion.  She met the love of her life, the late Charles Gray Jr. and they married on September 5, 1953.  After raising their four children, they retired to North Beach, MD where they were very active in the local community.  She was active in the North Beach Garden Club, Northern Calvert Lions Club, North Beach Town Council, and volunteered with Bayside History Museum, and Meals on Wheels.  When she was not active with one of her clubs or volunteering she enjoyed crossword puzzles, walking the board walk and meeting her large group of friends every Wednesday for dinner.  Barbara has lived for the past three years with her daughter’s family in Frederick, MD after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  Barbara’s family would like to thank Hospice of Frederick County, especially Patty and Debbie for their support and compassion.

Barbara is survived by four children; Warren Gray (and wife Melody) of Knoxville, MD, Mitchell Gray of Frederick, Beth Gray Teague (and husband Gregory) of Frederick, MD and Steven Gray of Hawaii.  Four grandchildren and one great grandchild; Karen Teague of Frederick, Michael Gray (and wife Kelly and son Adam) of Plumas Lake, CA, Matthew Teague of Frederick, and Daniel Gray of Manassas VA.  Per Barbara’s wishes she will be cremated and interment is private.  In lieu of flowers please donate to the Hospice of Frederick County.

Arrangements are by Stauffer Funeral Home and online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com.

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