Hazel Lang McCray, age 98, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2008. She was born in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of the late John L. and Sarah Shaw Lang. Mrs. McCray was also predeceased by her husband, Richard Nelson McCray and sisters, Dauphine Lang and Alice Moyer. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and is survived by her sons, Louis McCray and wife Deborah of Chester, VA, and Norman McCray and wife Wyoma of Martinsburg, WV; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Chester, VA. Services are being coordinated by the J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Chesterfield, where condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com
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Hazel always told me not to get old. She continued to age beautifully even when it was
not in her best interest. She didn't like aging but never lost that quick wit. I'll miss her. Louis,you did a fine job caring for her, thank you. Peace be with you.
Posted by: Marie Graves at June 27, 2008 04:26 PM
I remember Mr and Mrs McCray well!! It's funny, but I was thinking about them just the other day. There was a story about Mrs. McCray's "fat pants" that used to crack us up. And of course, I remember Mr. McCray's Moto Guzzi. Very cool! They were delightful people, friends of our parents' from 'way back. It sounds like Mrs. McCray lived a long life full of love. I'm sorry for your loss, but death is an inevitable part of life, and as long as you have your memories of her, she'll never really leave you. Best wishes and wonderful memories to you all.
Posted by: Georgia Fisher Chapman at June 19, 2008 06:51 PM
So sorry to hear about Mrs. McCray's passing. I grew up in Bluefield, VA. and attended Fincastle Presbyterian Church with her and Mr. McCray. Really good people. I'll never forget the McCrays as being such a wonderful couple and Mr. McCray and his motorcycle(s). He was a really interesting and intelligent fellow also. Best wishes to you all.
George Fisher III, Bluefield, VA.
Posted by: George Fisher III at June 19, 2008 07:18 AM
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Knowing how much you cared and how you always tried to make her life a little better should comfort you during this time. You and your family are in our prayers.
Posted by: Sandy Barnett at June 18, 2008 01:15 PM
My heartfelt sorrow goes out to you and your family during these very difficult times. Mother's are truly special, I’m sure she supported your triumphs, and was just as pleased to be able to lend a kind ear to some of your challenges as well. Just remember her generosity, kindness, welcoming spirit, and graciousness that she offered you and every one who knew her throughout her life. I know you will miss her terribly, and so will many others who had the good fortune of knowing her. It is with the greatest sympathy that I send this short note to you in your time of sorrow.