Cynthia L. Dray, 93, of Columbus, OH, formerly of Richmond, OH died Monday, February 17, 2014 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus surrounded by all 7 of her children. She was born in Holly, WV on April 25, 1920 a daughter of the late Hershell and Dora Lucas Eddy. Cynthia was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Dray; daughter Frances Bruce; brothers Orville, Charles and Hobert Eddy; sister Lucille Wells; two grandchildren and one great grandchild. Cynthia is survived by sons; David Dray of Florida, Thomas Dray and Gerald Bruce both of Columbus, OH; daughters Patricia Mayo of Columbus, OH, Judith Dray of Fort White, FL, Wanda (Bill) Russell of California and Susan Vinson of Alabama; sister Flossie Deller of Bridgeport, OH; 19 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 12 great great grandchildren. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Thursday from 6-8p.m., where funeral services will be held on Friday at 12:30p.m. with Steve Smithbauer officiating. Burial at Richmond Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Ohio Health Hospice, 800 McConnell Ave., Columbus, OH 43214 or Valley Hospice, 380 Summit Ave., Steubenville, OH 43952.
09/03/2024
Louise (Wells) Bittinger
Here is a poem for Aunt Cynthia......The wonderful touch of my Great Aunt Cynthias love was amazing, and the sunshine in her smile, Theres love in everything she does, to make our lives worth while.We can find both hope & courage , just bye looking in her eyes, Herlaughter is a source of joy, her works are warm and wise. There is a kindness and compassion to be found in her embrace, and we see the light of heaven dhining from her face...She was a wonderful person & will be greatly missed
09/03/2024
Kandi & Killian Robinson
We just want to say how sorry we are for your loss, and we know just exactly what your going through. Wish there were words that could ease your sorrow at a time like this. But just being near the ones we love the most, family or friends, seems to help most of all. Our thought and prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Janet Jordan
Dear family of Cynthia, My heart aches for you at your loss. I moved from the area to Ky 26 years ago. However the memories of her and her Christian example are many. To always see her and Tom at worship was such an inspiration and encouragement. They also allowed us with the Hopkins family to have a garden on their land. She was also so kind and loving. She has now joined her beloved Tom in heaven. May you find comfort in God and all the memories you hold in your hearts. Again I am so sorry for your loss. In Christian Love, Janet (Everly) Jordan
09/03/2024
Frank Huscroft
Judy, and family, I was sorry to read of the death of your mother. May God comfort you all.
09/03/2024
H. Lee Kinney
Dear Dray family, We are sorry to learn that your mom has passed away. We are in Florida, otherwise we would stop by the funeral home to see you all. Your longtime Richmond friends, Lee and Mid Kinney "When the light of one friendship after another passes from earth to heaven, we kindle in place thereof the glow of some deathless reality". M.B. Eddy
09/03/2024
Darlene McKinley
Dear Family of Sister Dray, Please accept my most sincere sympathy at the passing of your Dear one and my Dear Dear Sister in Christ. Oh Family, this is the da she has been working for all her life. Bro. & Sis. Dray were so much of an encourgement to the Hanlin Family as Daddy (Ted) preached the gospel. I Know I have wonderful memories of them. I would encourage you all to live the Gospel as she did so that this can only be goodnight and you can see her in the morning of Joy. Josh, please think of her good Christian example we want you in Heaven with us. Much love to you all may God Bless you all, An ole Christian friend who loved and admired Sisyer Dray, Da Darlene McKinley
09/03/2024
Donald&KathyEddy Foster
Thoughts of your family during this loss, I know the pain each of you feel, please know your thought of with love and prayers. May God hold each of you close during this time. Take peace in knowing your mother is now walking streets of gold with your father. Please know how very sorry we are at your loss and how happy we are at heavens gain. Love , Kathy & Donnie.
09/03/2024
Linda Kellermier Smith
Dear Ones, I was saddened to learn of Cynthia's death. It's never easy to lose a mother / grandmother / great-grandmother / great-great grandmother! What a wonderful family she left. She certainly loved her family, and your care of her makes it obvious that you loved her, too. May God give you peace as you remember the precious memories together, laugh over fun family stories, and share together. Cynthia was a wonderful person!
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