of Conway, AR
March 8, 1927 - October 15, 2021
Olive Gray, 94, of 1160 Hogan Lane,Conway, Arkansas, passed at her Brookdale residence Friday morning, October 15, 2021. On March 8, 1927, she was born in Narrabri, Australia, to father Horace Henry James Carrington (1889-1967) and mother Olive May Barbara Foxe (1890-1963). Olive married Gordon George Gray on October 26, 1949, at St. Cyprians Church in Narrabri, New South Wales, Australia. In retirement, they traveled the world together. They lived in Australia and Fiji before moving to Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, in 1990, where they owned and managed the local shopping mall. Her husband preceded her in death on August 22, 2002, when they lived in Maumelle, Arkansas.
Olive is survived by her two sons, Peter Carrington Gray of Pine Mountain Club, California, and John Anthony Gordon Gray and wife Kitty of Mayflower, Arkansas. Also, her two grandchildren, Olivia Jane Ravlin and husband Tyler of Mayflower, Arkansas, and Ross Anthony Gordon Gray of Maumelle, Arkansas. Also preceded her in death were brothers, Henry James (Charlie) Carrington and William (Bill) Carrington, both from Tamworth in Australia, and her sisters Emmaline (Mem) Vidler, Amy (Mame) Betts, and Dorothy (Do) Rawlings, all from the Gold Coast in Australia.
After the passing of her husband, Olive relocated to Mayflower, Arkansas, in 2010, where she enjoyed being with her family and watching all the Mayflower Eagles ballgames. Olive was an avid golfer until her mid-80s. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mayflower. Arrangements are made by Roller Mcnutt, Conway, Arkansas.
Her graveside service will be at 2:00 PM on October 24, 2021 at Woodland Memorial Park, Hwy.16 Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. Officiating her service is Pastor Blake Harrell. Pallbearers will be John Gray, Ross Gray, Tyler Ravlin, John Pipkins, Doug Jones, and Mike Burgess. Memorials or donations may be made to Mayflower Schools Athletic Department.
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14 Condolence(s)
Julia Neiman
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Olive. She was a lovely lady. We talked politics and she looked at me and smirked, and told me I was just wrong. We laughed together and enjoyed each other's company. That's a gift.
Brandi Booth
Monday, October 25, 2021
So sorry for your loss! She was an extraordinary woman and all of us at Brookdale will miss her greatly.
MELISSA MCCRAY
Sunday, October 24, 2021
My sincere condolences. I will always remember the times with Mrs.Gray and the laughs we have shared. She is a very special woman who will always hold a special place in my heart. I would like to say thank you Mr. Gray for allowing me to take care of Mrs.Grays nail services. It was always an honor for me. Prayers and love for you and your Family.
Melissa McCray
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John Pipkins
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mrs. Olive was truly a classy lady. So blessed to have known her. Mr. Gray, Kitty, Olivia, Tyler and Ross you guys were the loves of her life. Cherish all the beautiful memories.
Lynda marsden
Saturday, October 23, 2021
So very sorry John . Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Deanna Esmaeel
Saturday, October 23, 2021
I loved Olive ( Grandy) so much! She will be missed. She lives on in our hearts forever! We have so many good "Grandy" stories, they will be treasured like the time we spent with her!
Holly Hudson
Friday, October 22, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brenda Lawson
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
What a lovely lady , and what a lovely life she lived . I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting her but she was a special friend to Mandy and all of those in the superintendents office . My prayers to all of the family
Bill Cruz
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
MY DEAR FRIEND MY CONDOLECES AND LOVE ARE COMING MY WAY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOU AND BLESS YOU AT THIS TIME. LOVE YOUR FRIEND BILL
Pastor Rick Wilkins
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
John, Kitty and family,
We loved Miss Olive with a deep and abiding love. She was always happy, smiling and supportive to my ministry at Mayflower UMC.
She always mentioned Gordon and her entire family. We are sure that she is safely home in the arms of her Savior.
Tammy Deckard
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
John, Kitty, Olivia and Ross-
So sorry for your loss. Your Grandy lived life in a big way! I am so glad she was able to be on the go with you all and enjoy so many fun outings at games. Please know you will be in our prayers.
Pastor Jemmie Reynolds
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Sending condolences and prayers for Olive's family from Mayflower United Methodist Church. Olive is remembered by her Church family as a sweet soul. Blessings to all in her passing.
Diana Jones
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
John & Kitty...The blessings of a long life. She got to experience the joy of her kids, Grands & live near them. Prayers for the hurt of her absence.
Angelia Austin
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
John and Kitty I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers lifted up to you during this time. Love you both.
⤠Always,
Angelia Austin