Thelma O. Gray 99 yrs. old of New Berlin, formerly of Pittsfield, NY passed away on July 21, 2017 at Chase Nursing Home, New Berlin, NY.
Thelma was born on March 3, 1918 in Pittsfield, NY the daughter of Elwyn Jay & Edna May (Holden) Chapin. She grew up and spent her whole life in the Town of Pittsfield where she attended district schools. Later, she attended New Berlin High School and worked as a clerk at Dykes Drug Store of New Berlin.
On March 21, 1936, Thelma married Leon Gray in Norwich, NY. He predeceased her on March 28, 1976.
Thelma is survived by her sister-in-law Jennie Chapin of New Berlin, nephew; Carl Chapin of Morrisville and his children; Kate, Kristen & Michael, niece; Joanne Talamo of Oswego, NY and her children; Brian & Erin, niece; Teresa (& Dana) Clarke of New Berlin and their son Tim and nephew; James (& Laura) Chapin of New Berlin and their daughters; Andrea & Alicia.
She was pre-deceased by her brothers; Roscoe J. Chapin (& Lillian), E. Homer Chapin and Harlem (Bill) Chapin (& Frances).
Thelma was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church of New Berlin and served as a board member for Chase Health.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 11:00 AM at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church New Berlin, NY with Father Steve White officiating. There will be a calling hour prior to the funeral service from 10:00-11:00 AM also at the church.
The interment will be held in the Fairview Cemetery, New Berlin, NY.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church of New Berlin, NY or St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, South New Berlin, NY. |
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The Elliott families
New Berlin NY
Our dear friend Thelma, You have been a part of all our lives forever and we are truly saddened to hear of your passing. You were truly a beautiful and classy lady. We will always remember you and your family. We were all blessed to have you in our lives.
Rest in peace Thelma, we miss you.
The Elliott familiesNew Berlin NYOur dear friend Thelma, You have been a part of all our lives forever and we are truly saddened to hear of your passing. You were truly a beautiful and classy lady. We will always remember you and your family. We were all blessed to have you in our lives.
Rest in peace Thelma, we miss you.
Jeanne Evans (nee Spicer)
Laurel, MD
Another familiar face is gone. I had the pleasure of serving with Thelma in St. Andrew's Altar Guild for many years. She was a lovely lady. She always had a smile when she waited on people at Dyke's, but I never knew what a sense of humor she had until I attended the guild dinners at the rectory! I send my deepest condolences to the family.
Bill and Nancy Beardslee
Fort Collins, Colorado
Condolences to Thelma Gray family. She was an icon in in local history and St Andrews church.
Joe & Marci Novak
Barrington, NH
When we think of New Berlin we think of Thelma. She was always a big part of our lives growing up. She was one of the kindest souls, always giving you a smile and a cheerful greeting whether in the drug store, in church or just passing on the street. She was a great lady and we send our deepest sympathy to Jennie, Teresa, Carl, Joanne, Jim and their families.
Bonnie Jean Bauer
NEW BERLIN
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. She is surely in the loving arms of her savior.
Scott Spicer
New York, NY
Thelma was a great lady. Such a positive example for all of us. She will be greatly missed.
LAURIE HOTALING
NORWICH NY
MY AUNT THELMA THE MOST WONDERFUL LADY . I WELL ALL WAS HAVE HER IN MY HEART I LOVE HER SO MUCH,
SHE ALL WAS BE TO ME AND NEWTIE ARE DEAR AUNT THELMA . MY PRAYS WITH JOANNE AND ALL THE FAMILY
Lynda Case
Brookfield NY
I have known Thelma for only the past few years, at Chase where I play piano for the residents.
Thelma was always smiling, and loved to hear the waltzes. God now has another great lady in His midst. Rest in peace, my friend.
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