Perry J. Brown Funeral Home | Greensboro, NC

Obituary For Terry L. Gray

Bro. Terry Lee Gray was born to the late Charles and Beulah Leatrice Gray on August 5, 1955. Terry’s name was placed on the United House of Prayer roll at birth. At the age of two, Terry was not talking, and Sister Gray asked Daddy Grace about Terry. Daddy Grace told her “Don’t worry about him, when he gets older you’ll want him to stop talking.” Truly Terry could talk to you from sun up to sun down. Terry was educated in the Greensboro school system attending Washington Elementary, Lincoln Jr. High, and Grimsley. Terry was also a member of the “Special Olympics” for over 40 years, playing Bocce Ball, Basketball and Softball. He loved traveling with his teammates – Gary, Jonathan, Kelvin and Ken. In Terry’s youth, he was a member of the Peacemakers shout band, part of the youth choir, the Voice of Unity, a member of three Greensboro state choirs, and a dedicated,life time member of the “Greensboro Adult Choir. Terry also worked in the House of Prayer kitchen under Sis. Inez Crawford, Sis. Catherine Caldwell, St. Estelle Bowden and St. Henrietta Watts. He worked until sickness fell upon him in February of this year. Terry leave to remember his life: One uncle – Bennie J. Byers(Cheryl) of Coram, NY; two brothers – Mark and Nolan Gray; two sisters – Denise and Lynn Gray all of the home. Three nephews – Charles Elliott, Mark Jr., and Raymond Gray; two nieces – Eboni Covington of Greensboro and Michelle Smith(Jeremy) of Charlotte, N.C.; seven great nephews – Tyrik Dawkins, Anthony and Darren Gray, Jalil, Jahkari, Jahkai of Greensboro and Jeremy Jr., Charlotte, N.C.; one great niece – Maliyah Smith of Charlotte, N.C. ; one great great nephew – Adrian; a host of cousin: Candice Burns and family; Barbara, Dexter Hayes and family; Gwendolyn Hicklin and family; Dorothy Milton and family, and Paul Wilson and family and a host of friends.

A public viewing will be held Friday, March 12, 2021, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 13, 2021, at 12:30 PM with service following 1:00 PM at United House of Prayer for All People. Interment will be at Maplewood Cemetery.

Guest Book

Terry was a wonderful person. When I would pick up my meals, he would always offer to carry to my car. We often joked about his beloved Dallas Cowboys. He know I disliked them and he would rub it in, when they would win. He often wanted me to attend his games but never ever provided the promised game schedule. He will truly be missed. Condolences to the family for this great loss. PE. Faulkner

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I'm so sorry to hear about Terry, Lynn Nolan and family I do have you in my prayers. Gods Blessings sent... Debra ( Tink ) Roberts Barrett WS, NC 🙏🏾💜

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To Denise and family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Terry. He was always at the House of Prayer in the kitchen whenever I came to Greensboro. He was loved by all and will truly be missed. I pray that his memories will bring you joy in the days to come. I ask God to give you comfort and strength as you go through your time of sorrow and bereavement. St. Lossie Deans - UHOP-Rocky Mount NC

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I just learn about Terry I am so sorry for your loss I will keep the family in my prayers Virginia Alston Sturdivant and the Alston Family 💞💞

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We are deeply saddened to hear of Terry's passing. We will forever remember him as a very loving person. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Thank God for the precious memories.May God bless and keep you now and in the days ahead. With love and prayers, Alfred and Paris Johnson Charlotte, NC

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We love you Terry,you'll always be in our hearts and thoughts.Bless you and the family. Butchie Burns,NJ family.

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Terry was very out spoken and loved to talk to anyone, he loved to talk about his basketball tournaments and the Cowboys football team. He will be truly missed. Bobby Miller and Sasha Mackey.

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Sending prayers to comfort you during this difficult time. God bless you and your family. Love. Deacon Robert and St.Sandra Kittrell.

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You have lost someone very special and who touched many hearts and those hearts will touch many more. And in that way your loved one will always remain a part of you and a part of everything. The Fred O. Haywood family of Atlanta, Ga, Flint, Mi and Long Beach, Ca

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Terry was truly a blessing to the people and friends that he met. His laugh was contagious and he was truly dedicated to the United House of Prayer for all people. He will leave a huge hole in our hearts. There was never a time when you needed Terry that he would not be there for you and always willing to lend a helping hand. Praying for the family that God will give you peace and comfort during your time of loss. Audra Kittrell

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We are so sorry to hear about Terry. He will definitely be missed. He was someone that you knew you would see when you came to service. Hard to imagine life at the HOP without him.(So many memories) But we pray that GOD will continue to comfort and keep the family in his care. Our sincere thoughts and prayers to you all. With Love, Shaun and Jimeetre

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A Cowboy friend of mine. We are going to miss you Terry, but God knows best. R.I.P.

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My family and I offer our heartfelt condolences to you at this time. May God bless you all. Just know that we love you and are praying for you. Stephanie Henderson

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Words fail to express my sorrow on the passing of Terry. He was a great brother, friend and such a wonderful person. I have know this family every since I played with Brother Kitrell's Gospel Band back in the day. Even if Terry did not play, he was there in support. Along with visiting the House of Prayer. Please know that my heart goes out to you and the family. I hope it brings you comport to know that I am celebrating the life Terry lived and am thankful for this kindness. My God continue to bless you all. With Deepest Sympathy Linda Lindsay-Mial

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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