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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Patricia McCray, 65 years old, born on August 29, 1953, and passed away on January 9, 2019. We will remember her forever.
January 10
January 10
Momma Pat just wanted you to know it's so hard for me to leave a little note .I can remember when I used to call you just to say Hello. You always welcomed me and my children with open arms. I'll always love you for that and you will be forever missed . See you later until we meet again. Keep looking over your children and grandchildren smiling down at us.
January 10
January 10
Oooo weee nanny nanny nanny I thought I’d never be doing this but I miss you so so so so much. My lil heart heavy without you but I’m doin my best at being the good boy u raised me to be always. It’s not 1 day I don’t think about you or papa you guys raised me so good the energy you guys passed to me is noticeable everywhere I go somehow ppl sense I had that grandma and papa love growing up. I’m so grateful for you “patty” and I miss u so much nothing can compare to it and I still haven’t found or felt love like yours come along yet. I love u nanny/mommy keep watching over and protecting your kids and grandkids we need it more then ever. We don’t say “goodbye” we like “see you later” a lot more. See you later patty. Love your grandson little marvin
August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023
Happy Heavenly birthday mom I miss hearing your voice. But I know you are watching over us and smiling that beautiful smile . I dropped a tear because I was just remembering when you welcomed My daughter Malikah and I with open arms and treated me as Family. Rest easy I love and miss you
August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023
Soooo we made it through yesterday…I didn’t cry…ima thug! I don’t know if those other wienees cried, they probably did. I know you’re still watching over us. Remind God it’s just my sense of humor I’m really a good person. I’ll see you later gator. By the way…whenever I hear Cardi B I think of you 
August 29, 2023
August 29, 2023
We miss you every single day, but today is not only a reminder of the life you lived, but a reminder that you are missed more than you can imagine. I love you mom! Happy Birthday my sweet sweet angel
August 29, 2023
August 29, 2023
Happy Birthday my forever friend. Seems like I was just running to the store for you. You will always have a special place in my heart.
August 29, 2023
August 29, 2023
Whew today is your birthday…hip-hip-hooray! Doesn’t matter the day or time I think about you everyday. The kids still tell me “nana stories”. You are truly missed. I love you always and forever.
January 10, 2023
January 10, 2023
Good afternoon mom can't believe it's been 4 years forever loved and missed . Continue to keep watching over us and smiling that beautiful smile love you mom . I keep and love for my sisters Chatelle Tammy Ashley and the Grands and great grands❤️❤️
January 10, 2023
January 10, 2023
It’s been 4 years and my heart still hurts. I miss you every moment of every day. I love you mom. Continue to watch over all of us.
January 10, 2022
January 10, 2022
Mom - This past weekend marked 3 years since you gained your wings. Although time flies and waits for no one, it seems like forever since I last heard you say, "I love you!" I miss your hugs and your infectious laugh. Sometimes I can hear you in my dreams and I know you are not far away. We all miss you tremendously. Tammee and Ashley are doing well. Mom! You would be so proud of the Ashley and the twins. They are absolutely beautiful and Ashley is doing a really good job with them. Tammee is traveling! Right? Who knew. She is a traveling nurse and I know I am proud to watch her grow into her own woman, but I know you would be ecstatic. The kids are growing like crazy and I wish you would have gotten a chance to meet Tristan and Makenzie. They are absolutely beautiful and they are extremely smart.

You taught us so much! Most people say that they were never taught to live without their parents, man, is that the truest statement I have ever heard. So many things happen and I just want to pick up the phone to call you. I read the other day where someone posted on FaceBook that they wish Heaven had visiting hours. Well, isn't that the understatement of the century! Although you are not here with us physically, your spirit lives on through each and every one of us. Sometimes, heck, most of the time, we just need to hear those special words from you. Keep watching over us the way that you do.

We love you today, tomorrow, and forever more. Thank you for all that you have given. Kiss dad for us and tell him Happy Birthday. Tell grandma and papa, uncle Jesse, and aunt Jeanne, uncle Tom and uncle Bobby that we miss them too. I know Josh isn't too far away from you, kiss and hug him too. Until we meet again lil' lady! I love you!
January 9, 2021
January 9, 2021
Hello my friend, the grandkids are growing so fast, Noah's voice has a little bass in it, he's gotten so tall and handsome, Lauren is so beautiful, smart, and really like stacking her bank account by working at her job, so proud of her, Little Ms AVAH, Pat, she is really awesome, pure joy, smart, beautiful, she is like a ray of sunshine, Beautiful HAILEIGH, she misses you so much, she is growing into a beautiful young lady, GOD has a special assignment on her life, I know she will be walking into her Divine plan for her life this year, TAMMEE and JUSTIN ARE BLESSED AND HIGHLY FAVORED BY GOD, THEIR FUTURE will be AMAZING, FILLED WITH PURE LOVE, JOY, HAPPINESS, WISDOM, GUIDANCE, UNDERSTANDING, GOOD HEALTH, AND ABUNDANT WEALTH. THEIR HOME IS FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. LITTLE MARVIN, ASHLEY, LALA, CHA'TEL and her family, Chris, Roger, and the rest of the family are forever in my prayers for GOD'S DIVINE HEALING AND PROTECTION OVER THEIR LIVES. PAT I MISS YOU. LOVE YOU MUCH ❣️ VAL
August 30, 2020
August 30, 2020
Happy Heavenly birthday mom still can't believe its been a couple of years since you've been gone. Although i know you're looking down on us ❤ and miss you. I just remember when you first met me and Malikah you welcomed us like i was your daughter and i always felt i was. Keep resting in paradise.
August 30, 2020
August 30, 2020
Happy Birthday Beautiful Queen ❤️ miss our little talks. I know you are so proud of Tammee & Justin of the new chapter in their lives and the kids. They are all growing so fast. I pray that GOD WILL KEEP HIS DIVINE PROTECTION OVER ALL OF OUR FAMILY MEMBERS IN EVERY ASPECT OF THEIR LIVES, GIVE THEM WISDOM, GUIDANCE, AND UNDERSTANDING, DIRECT THEIR FOOTSTEPS ACCORDING TO HIS WILL. AMEN , I LOVE YOU MUCH ❣️ VAL
August 29, 2020
August 29, 2020
Happy Birthday to my mother in law, but more importantly my friend. Not a day goes by without thinking of you. I know you watch over us everyday and hopefully we are making you proud. I love you and miss you more than words can ever say.
August 29, 2020
August 29, 2020
Happy Birthday Mom! I can't believe 2 birthdays have come without you. I miss you beyond explanation. As the tears still roll down my face, I smile at all the good memories you created for us. Thank you for being the best mom ever! There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you or hold you close to my heart. I miss those priceless moments...our talks, our laughs, kisses, and hugs; I just miss you. Continue to fly high little lady and watch over us the way you do. I love you today, tomorrow, and forever more.
January 25, 2020
January 25, 2020
I can't believe you have been gone for a year now. We miss you little lady! My tomorrows will never be the same. Continue to rest in peace, beautiful. Your work here on Earth was done. I know you have your wings now and you deserve all the freedom and happiness that goes with being by your Father's side.
I love you Mommy!
August 29, 2019
August 29, 2019
Happy Heavenly birthday mom continue to watch over your children. Still can't believe you're not here on earth with us but I know you're with us in spirit love and miss you Rasheda Rest Easy in Paradise
August 29, 2019
August 29, 2019
Happy Birthday Little Lady! I miss you beyond explanation. I love you mommy. Rest easy and continue to watch over us.
January 17, 2019
January 17, 2019
I am grateful to have had the pleasure of meeting you in Key West where we celebrated Chatelle's wedding and your birthday. As my sister Collette said, "We had a blast!" You immediately captured our hearts with your warm, loving spirit and that infectious smile. So much so, that anytime I spoke with Chatelle and asked how you were doing, it was never how's "your" mom doing, it was always how's "Mom" doing.....what an impression you left on my heart....such a beautiful soul! You truly will be missed but never forgotten. Until we meet again, rest easy Mom!
January 15, 2019
January 15, 2019
To the Family of Pat McCray,
I extend to you my deepest sympathy. It's hard to lose a loved one. Even though we are glad they are in no more pain, it hurts at the thought of never seeing them again here on earth. Precious memories are good, but even that can hurt at first--reminding you she's not here. The good news is that it does get better as time goes on. The precious memories will make you smile instead of cry. May God give all of you a peace that passeth all understanding. God bless all of you in such a way that you will stop and say "I'm feeling blessed!" GOD'S STILL IN CONTROL!
January 11, 2019
January 11, 2019
Good Morning Ms. Pat. I say that because where you are, there is no more night - just long, beautiful days of well deserved rest. I'm going to miss your beautiful face, electric smile and warm disposition. I consider it a privilege to have gotten to know and love you. We first met in Key West during hurricane Henrietta Jones - gale force winds and rain, warm and tropical. The weather didn't slow us down though - we had a Blast. My sister and I were immediately drawn to your kindness and sincerity. We celebrated Chatelle's wedding and your birthday that weekend - what a great time. One of my favorite memories is the last one we shared in Atlanta when we got into a hilarious discussion about loud colored, silk 2-piece suits - I still laugh about that sometimes. You will be missed, but you left a legacy of love and fond memories that will sustain all of us who knew you, and for that, I am forever grateful.
January 11, 2019
January 11, 2019
Words cannot say how much this woman meant to me. I will definitely miss all the late night talks and words of inspiration regardless of the circumstances. Thank you for being the best mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend. Your kindness and loving spirit has blessed so many. Can I get you that last Pepsi or Sierra Mist? My love for you is eternal.
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
I have always known Pat (Nana) as a supporter and I have known her for at least 30 years. I have never seen her turn anyone away who needed help and I have never seen her judge. Great since of humor, kind and wonderful woman and a lover of Pepsi. She did a wonderful job in helping raise not only my son but her own children as well. She'll be missed.
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
I love and will miss you Mom Pat McCray I know you will always be watching over us. From the first time I met you with my best friend Chatelle from CSU you treated me like your Daughter and I loved you for that .May you Rest easy now no more worries or pain you are at peace. You will always be in my thoughts. Gone but never forgotten. Love and miss you Mom♥️♥️
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
I can once again say and testify I had the honor to know a true living Angel...Pat McCRAY...GOD BLESSED US BY UNITING OUR CHILDREN AS HUSBAND AND WIFE,(Justin & Tammee) AND GAVE US PRECIOUS JEWELS (our grandchildren) I LOVE YOU SO MUCH...I Look forward to having our Saturday afternoon talks with a glass of wine, as we promised...You always had your Angel Wings, only a few of us could truly see them...and now YOU HAVE YOUR CROWN,WELL DONE , JEHOVAH's GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT...LOVE YOU MUCH...I 'll talk with you Saturday afternoon...My Beautiful Friend /QUEEN
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
I am grateful for the life and legacy of Ms Pat that will continue to shine through life of my best friend, Chatelle. To the family, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate her life and heal from this loss.
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
Pat yöu know i loved yöu i will never forget yöu yöu were beautiful inside an out even though i didnt see yöu often i often thought about yöu how yöu were doing where yöu were yöu were my big sister so fly high butterfly p is for precious a is for the awsome person that yöu were and t is for the teaching that yöu gave us i member when i was a little girl i found a big black po id le i thought it was a horse we drove where i seen it and yöu put it in the car yöu told me it was a dog and yöu laughed and laughed i love yöu my parents adored yöu so rest now my beautiful angel
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
Mommy, you have truly been our hero. Sounds cliche', but you really are the wind beneath our wings. You sacrificed and stayed grounded so your girls and any other child that crossed your path could fly. Well mom, we have done more than fly, we have soared. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice and consistent life lessons. You have been our backbone, our hearts, and our soul. You have worn the hat of mom, dad, sister girl, best friend, and secret keeper. Now it's time to rest your hat and wear your wings. We love you beyond measure. You taught us to lean on God even when we don't understand. So now it's time to live our lessons. We won't say goodbye because we know you are forever with us. We will see you on the other side of the rainbow - we love you today, tomorrow, and forever more! There is no doubt that you were received and the only comments were Job Well Done! Fly high beautiful!
January 10, 2019
January 10, 2019
Even though I didn't get to meet you in person I know your daughter Chatelle and that to me says all I need to know about how wonderful you were and how great of a mother and woman you were. I am praying for each one affected by this loss and I pray God give you all comfort in this time.

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January 10
January 10
Momma Pat just wanted you to know it's so hard for me to leave a little note .I can remember when I used to call you just to say Hello. You always welcomed me and my children with open arms. I'll always love you for that and you will be forever missed . See you later until we meet again. Keep looking over your children and grandchildren smiling down at us.
January 10
January 10
Oooo weee nanny nanny nanny I thought I’d never be doing this but I miss you so so so so much. My lil heart heavy without you but I’m doin my best at being the good boy u raised me to be always. It’s not 1 day I don’t think about you or papa you guys raised me so good the energy you guys passed to me is noticeable everywhere I go somehow ppl sense I had that grandma and papa love growing up. I’m so grateful for you “patty” and I miss u so much nothing can compare to it and I still haven’t found or felt love like yours come along yet. I love u nanny/mommy keep watching over and protecting your kids and grandkids we need it more then ever. We don’t say “goodbye” we like “see you later” a lot more. See you later patty. Love your grandson little marvin
August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023
Happy Heavenly birthday mom I miss hearing your voice. But I know you are watching over us and smiling that beautiful smile . I dropped a tear because I was just remembering when you welcomed My daughter Malikah and I with open arms and treated me as Family. Rest easy I love and miss you
Recent stories

I Don't Do Critters!

January 25, 2020
We lived at 1939 Elsmere Dr., Dayton, Ohio - I don't quite remember the apartment number, but I do remember we were on the top floor. What I also remember is that it was later in the evening and as always; Mom, Tammee, and I were laying around watching TV - we spent every evening together. Anyway, as we were all laying around on the couch, we caught a glimpse of something moving really fast across the floor. We quickly realized that there was a mouse in our apartment. We all screamed. My sister and I grabbing onto mom and mom quickly grabbing her phone to call the very special man who would step in and become the only father we knew (Marvin aka Dad). Next thing I knew, mom sprung into action grabbing a gun. I don't know where this gun came from and didn't even know she had one. As we were held hostage on the couch, mom says, "if it runs out again, I'm going to shoot it!" As I think of that now, she was going to have to be one hell of a marksman. I hear my dad yelling at her through the phone, "Pat, you can't shoot a mouse, you live on the top floor and you are going to put a whole in the floor. I'm on my way!" 

It seems like it took forever for my dad to get there, but in Dayton the distance between places is not that great, so at best, it may have taken him 15 minutes. He came prepared. Mouse traps - both traditional with peanut butter, and sticky traps. In less than 30 minutes, my dad, our hero had apprehended the tiny mouse that had held us hostage. 

I think of the lengths and sacrifices you made to ensure we were always safe. Thank you mom and dad for always putting us first. Your fearless heart runs through me every day. Your passion for life and your family will forever live on. I was once told that when you left us, you left the best part of you with us. I know that to be true because I feel you with every decision I make. The compassion my sisters and I have for each other. The love that you taught us will forever be strong and our bond unbreakable. You taught us that family is first. We may not always see eye to eye, but you have an obligation to always be there for one another. That was our final promise to you Mom and I think we are doing pretty good at keeping that promise. And don't worry mom, to this day, we still don't do critters!

I love you yesterday, today, and forever more. 

Kindergarten Walk

January 25, 2020

I laugh when I sit and reflect on the time you overslept and was late to pick me up from Kindergarten. You said I knew my way home, so I proceeded to walk my teacher and the entire class to our apartment. I can still hear you laugh as you tell that story. You were so tickled because you said you woke up to the sound of a bunch of kids, jumped up and realized you had overslept. It was ok mom! I knew my way home :) You taught me well. Never walk alone and don't take short cuts. 

Man I really miss those lessons. I love you to the moon and back again. I miss you more today than yesterday.

Bird

January 20, 2019

It has taken me a while to be able to write something here. There are so many things that I want people to know about you. I still talk to you everyday...sometimes just silly stuff..other times i tell you how much I miss you.  I cry sometimes but I am going to be okay. It's just the drive around the corner will never be the same. In our next lives I hope we a paired again, mother and daughter, best friends til the end. I love you so much Bird! 

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