Dr. Karl D. Gray Sr.

Karl D. Gray Sr. transitioned from this world to the next, on July 19, 2019 in New Haven, CT. Born the fourth child of seven siblings, Dr. Gray was gifted to parents Walter L. Gray of Everette, NC and Martha L. Jones of Greenville, NC. Dr. Gray would later move to New Haven, CT where he would begin working for Connecticut Mental Health as a Food Services maintainer in 1981. Its here that he would meet and eventually marry wife Willa M. Gray—joining together in matrimony on June 15th 1985. The couple would go on to give birth to two children, daughter, Catherine L. Gray and son, Karl D. Gray Jr. He would continue working for Connecticut Mental Health until his retirement in 1998. Having acquiesced an affinity for learning early on—Dr. Gray would display his diligence and hard working nature throughout the course of his life. During the course of his studies, biblical and otherwise, Dr. Gray received his Associates Degree in General Studies from Gateway Community College, and would continue to explore his aspiration in communication and radio—later receiving certification from the Connecticut Broadcasting School. In Dr. Gray’s crusade to serve the Divine and his community—he remained steadfast in his pursuit. His path lead him to use his mind and spirit to serve the Lord. Dr. Gray would continue his journey as a consummate scholar in various theological studies; first having received his bachelors and eventually his Master’s degree in both the discipline of Biblical Studies and Theology. He would later on follow up eventually earning his Doctorate degree in Divinity from accredited bible school “His Divine Fellowship” Bible college. Dr. Gray would continue to use his abilities to connect with people and spread the word of God via community outreach and service, as well as, mentorship to people newly entering into the faith. Contributing countless hours to fundraising, community outreaching and spreading his appreciation for the word of God, he would continue this work up until his sunset. Dr. Karl D. Gray Sr. is survived by wife of 34 years, Willa M. Gray of New Haven, CT; Son, Karl D. Gray Jr., of New Haven, CT and daughters Catherine L. Gray of New Haven, CT and Ashley Gray-Reed of New Haven, CT. He Is also survived by remaining siblings Joel Gray, Dewey E. Durette, Gwendolyn Gray, and Sophia Gray. Dr. Gray leaves behind four grandchildren: Jason Toney, Ashton Toney, Lenece Towns and A’dyn Reed, as well as, a host of nieces and nephews and family members in the Lord. He is predeceased by father, Walter L. Gray, older brother: Walter G. Gray and older sister Sandra Gray. May He rest in peace.

Dr. Karl D. Gray Sr.

March 14, 1957 - July 19, 2019